Fantastic Four #1 (646)

In "The Final Chapter!", the Fantastic Four face their most desperate hour yet as the team is buried beneath the wreckage of a collapsing underwater base, the pressure mounting and the water rising fast. With time running out and no clear way to escape, the heroes must rely on their unshakable bond and inner resolve to survive—especially when one of their own is in peril. Written by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, with art and inks by Steve Ditko and lettering by Artie Simek, this gripping issue captures the heart and tension of the series' legacy. The cover, by Esad Ribić, perfectly captures the moment's intensity.