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A Comprehensive History of Fantastic Four: From 1961 to 1998

Corey Green

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The Fantastic Four is one of the most iconic superhero teams in comic book history. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, the team consists of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and Thing. The Fantastic Four have been featured in numerous comic books, television shows, and movies. In this article, we will take a comprehensive look at the history of the Fantastic Four, from their creation in 1961 to their most recent adventures in 1998.

Creation

Fantastic Four 1961 Fantastic Four (1961 1998) #85 (Fantastic Four (1961 1996))

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The Fantastic Four were created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961. The team was originally intended to be a science fiction adventure team, but Lee and Kirby soon realized that they had the potential to be something more. The Fantastic Four were the first superhero team to have a family dynamic, and their adventures often explored the themes of family, love, and loss.

The Early Years

The Fantastic Four's early years were marked by a series of classic adventures. The team battled a wide variety of villains, including Doctor Doom, Galactus, and the Skrulls. They also traveled to different dimensions and time periods, and they even met the Marvel Universe's most powerful heroes and villains.

The 1970s

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The 1970s were a turbulent time for the Fantastic Four. The team underwent several lineup changes, and they faced some of their greatest challenges. In 1973, Johnny Storm left the team to join the Avengers. In 1975, Reed and Sue Richards had a son, Franklin. And in 1977, the Fantastic Four were disbanded after a battle with Doctor Doom.

The 1980s

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The Fantastic Four reformed in 1985, and they continued to have adventures throughout the 1980s. The team battled a new generation of villains, including the Beyonder, Onslaught, and the Frightful Four. They also traveled to different dimensions and time periods, and they even met the Marvel Universe's most powerful heroes and villains.

The 1990s

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The Fantastic Four continued to have adventures in the 1990s. The team underwent several lineup changes and they faced some of their greatest challenges even more. In 1996, Thing had a chance to obtain a cure to his rocky skin condition that he hated, but chose to stay as Thing to remain with the group. In 1998, the Fantastic Four were once again disbanded after a battle with Onslaught.

Legacy

The Fantastic Four are one of the most popular and enduring superhero teams in comic book history. The team has been featured in numerous comic books, television shows, and movies. The Fantastic Four have also been the inspiration for a number of other superhero teams, including the X-Men and the Avengers.

The Fantastic Four are a true American icon. They represent the best of what humanity has to offer. They are a team of scientists, adventurers, and heroes. They are a family. And they are always there to fight for what is right.

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