Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

Fantastic Four: 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

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From Spider-Man joining the team to the Human Torch’s death, Fantastic Four comics in the 2010s were filled with plenty of iconic moments.

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Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

The Fantastic Four has been one of the most iconic Marvel comic book teams in history. But they are much more than just a superhero team, they are also popularly referred to as ‘Marvel’s first family’. The Fantastic Four comics of the 2010s added more dimensions to the family aspect, focusing on not just the titular four heroes, but even Reed Richards and Susan Storm’s children.

This was also a period of new allies like Wolverine, Spider-Man, and even villains like Doctor Doom and Galactus. Individual character-specific storylines also allowed each member to shine in their own light. For instance, the Thing joined the Guardians of the Galaxy while Invisible Woman starred in her own limited series. What were their best comics in the decade?

9 Three (Fantastic Four Vol 1 #583-588)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

As Galactus, Doctor Doom, and several other powerful Fantastic Four villains wreak havoc in the universe, the Fantastic Four goes through several life-altering changes. Ben Grimm rejoices to turn back into a human as he loses his rocky physical appearance and colossal strength. But this change comes at the worst possible time, as his fellow team member and best friend Johnny Storm dies while controlling an invasion from the Negative Zone.

Johnny’s death and Ben’s guilt form the central themes of this extremely tragic storyline. Three also had far-reaching consequences on the continuity of Fantastic Four comics, as the comic arc contributed to the creation of the Fantastic Foundation.

8 Signal In The Sky (Fantastic Four Vol 6 #1)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

After a brief hiatus in the mid-2010s, the members of the Fantastic Four appeared in a variety of crossovers and one-shots, but never as a team. In 2018, the sixth volume of the comics debuted, reuniting the four. The first issue of this new run, however, narrates the prelude to the return of Reed and Sue (as they are presumed to be dead).

Personal angles are touched upon as Johnny is convinced that the couple is still alive in outer space. Meanwhile, Ben finally proposes to his girlfriend and wishes to forget the team in this process. Doctor Doom also has his wholesome moments as he is celebrated by Latverians as a hero for defeating local dictators. Instead of heavy action, the issue focuses on more introspective moments for each character.

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7 The Future Foundation (Fantastic Four Vol 1 #579)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

Following the death of Human Torch in Three, the Fantastic Four assumed a new name and a new costume. The Future Foundation (FF in short) marks the debut of the titular team as they ditched the blue tights for black-and-white ones. The Foundation also included a group of intelligent children trained by the Fantastic Four.

This issue is important not just for introducing the lineup, but also a rebranding of the entire comic series. FF became a standalone series in itself spanning across the early 2010s. Spider-Man had been a longtime ally of the Fantastic Four’s, but this issue also announced his entry as a formal member of the Future Foundation, a role that he assumed for several years.

6 Forever (Fantastic Four Vol 1 #600)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

Marking the 50th anniversary of Fantastic Four comics, Fantastic Four #600 was released as a 100-page special with five one-shots. Each story celebrates the main lineup along with teams like the Fantastic Foundation, Avengers, Universal Inhumans, and so on.

There are various angles to explore in this anthology, from Franklin Richards meeting his future self to Galactus summoning Reed and Sue and surprisingly helping in preventing global destruction. Further, the historical significance of this issue alone makes it a must-read for fans.

5 Secret Wars (Crossover)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

An adaptation of an older comic of the same name, Secret Wars is a Marvel crossover comic that’s essential reading. The crux of the narrative lies in a total breakdown of the Marvel Universe and its alternate versions while giving way to several ‘pocket universes’. Mister Fantastic plays a major role as he and the Maker (his alternate version from Earth-1610) come up with contingency plans to survive the cataclysm.

Reed Richards has always been a responsible leader and Secret Wars bears further testimony to this fact. Not only him, but his other avatar also proves to be quite the strategist as they hop across dimensions to bring peace. The aftermath finds the Fantastic Four and the Future Foundation restoring the Multiverse, one reality at a time.

4 Original Sin (Crossover)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

Original Sin kicks off with the death of Uatu the Watcher and the subsequent investigation that takes place under the Avengers and Nick Fury. The Thing also accompanies the heroes to do his part until he ends up discovering some secrets that both Mr. Fantastic and the Human Torch hid from him. The plot thickens when the Thing is falsely accused of murdering the Puppet Master, drawing the ire of SHIELD agents against him.

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One of the revelations in the series is the fact that Reed Richards had a cure for reverting the Thing’s condition but kept it secret. Given how Ben Grimm’s life turned topsy turvy ever since he became the Thing, readers would empathize with him further.

3 Invisible Woman (Limited Series)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

Only comic book fans of the Invisible Woman would know that she participated in a SHIELD espionage mission years ago. In this five-issue miniseries, she revisits this chapter from her past. When international terrorists threaten the life of her former SHIELD partner, Susan must step in along with an unexpected ally, Black Widow.

Given that Invisible Woman has been an integral part of the Fantastic Four ensemble, fans would only rejoice that she finally got her own exclusive storyline. Her missions with Black Widow also add an interesting dimension, as both characters are vastly different in terms of their morals and heroism.

2 You Had One Job (Fantastic Four Vol 6 #22)

Fantastic Four 9 Best Comic Issues of the 2010s

When Reed and Sue are busy in space to aid the Kree and Skrulls to combat the Cotati, the couple sends its children Franklin and Valeria back on Earth. The two siblings are tasked with protecting the Kree/Skrull children on Earth and combating the Dark Harvest, a sect of villains that allies itself with the Cotati. As they need backup, they rely on the help of some ‘fantastic’ friends.

Both Wolverine and Spider-Man have appeared as Fantastic Four members earlier. But this is the first time that audiences can see them don customized blue costumes that go well with the team’s classic costumes. This also makes for one of the strangest friendships in Wolverine comics, but their friendly banter makes the comic all the more interesting.

1 1st Story (Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 4 #1)

After the Fantastic Four broke up for a brief while, Ben Grimm AKA the Thing found a new team to call his own. He joins the Guardian of the Galaxy in this debut issue of the fourth volume, embarking on a space adventure alongside Venom, Groot, Kitty Pryde, and the new leader Rocket Raccoon.

Readers would be delighted with the Thing’s merry persona in this issue. The tragic hero has had his ups and downs but now, he finally seems to be happy in outer space. Ever since the character’s creation, he wished to explore the cosmos as an astronaut.

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