Fantastic Four Visionaries: John Byrne #4
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume collects issues #257-260 of Fantastic Four, along with the Fantastic Four Annual #19, continuing John Byrne's celebrated run on the series. The stories include the return of the original Human Torch and a confrontation with the cosmic entity Galactus, showcasing Byrne's signature blend of character-driven drama and epic superhero action.
In "Interlude," John Byrne delivers a tightly wound chapter of the Fantastic Four's escalating conflict, where Ben, Sue, and Johnny push through relentless combat against the relentless Tyros, aided unexpectedly by the Silver Surfer. As Doom confronts his own fallen lieutenant and the tide turns, a sudden shift in consciousness leaves him in a new body just as the Surfer unleashes a devastating strike—while Namor arrives, seeking Sue’s help in a moment that could change everything. The story, written and illustrated by John Byrne with colors by Glynis Wein and letters by Jim Novak, features a cover by Byrne, capturing the intensity of a universe on the brink.
In "Choices," Sue Storm contemplates her family's upcoming move to Belle Port, Connecticut, when a sudden encounter with a Doom robot throws her into a tense confrontation. With Tyros dispatched to dismantle the FF, Sue teams up with the Thing and the Torch in a fierce battle to protect their team and their home.
In "When Titans Clash!", the Fantastic Four face off against the relentless Tyros, with the Silver Surfer lending his power to turn the tide. As Doom confronts his own fallen minion, the battle escalates—until a shocking shift in consciousness leaves the fate of the conflict hanging in the balance. With Namor arriving to seek Sue’s help, the stakes rise higher than ever.
In "Resolutions!", Jo learns the truth about her alien heritage from the Master of the World, setting her on a path of self-discovery. With Alpha Flight’s help, she escapes his grasp and confronts the remnants of his base, leading to a pivotal moment where she chooses to join Namor and the Atlanteans for an uncertain future.
In "The Trial of Reed Richards," Reed Richards stands on trial before cosmic powers for the controversial act of saving Galactus’s life—now accused of enabling a world-eater to continue his path. With Odin, Eternity, and Galactus himself testifying, the Watcher bears witness as the fate of the universe hangs in the balance. Written by John Byrne and illustrated by Byrne, the story unfolds as a high-stakes moral and philosophical confrontation.
In "Marking Time," Jo and Alicia Masters share a quiet day in Central Park, their easy camaraderie a rare moment of peace. When the sudden arrival of the Secret Wars planet pulls The Thing, The Torch, and Mr. Fantastic into an unknown realm, Alicia is left behind—facing the quiet aftermath with only memories and the weight of what’s been taken.
In "Home Are the Heroes," Sue Storm grapples with uncertainty as the Fantastic Four return from the Secret War—only to find Ben Grimm has vanished and She-Hulk has taken his place. With the weight of an impending birth and the quiet tension of a team reshaped, Sue must navigate the shifting dynamics of her family and her legacy.
In a flashback recounted by Alicia to Jennifer, the Invisible Woman faces off against a mind-controlled Thing, his strength turned against her in a battle that tests her resolve. As Sue struggles with a mysterious medical condition, Reed calls on specialists to help uncover the truth behind her fragile state.
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↩ Reprints Fantastic Four #258 (1983), Fantastic Four #259 (1983), Alpha Flight #4 (1983), Fantastic Four #260 (1983), Fantastic Four #261 (1983), Fantastic Four #262 (1984), Fantastic Four #263 (1984), Fantastic Four #264 (1984), Fantastic Four #265 (1984), The Thing #10 (1984), Fantastic Four #266 (1984), Fantastic Four #267 (1984)
Reprinted in Fantastic Four by John Byrne Omnibus #1 (2011), Marvel Héroes #60 (2015)
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