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What first stands out about Fantastic Four (1961) #135 is not its age or collectable status, but the directness with which it asks the reader to enter the story. The issue was published on 1 June 1973 as part of Fantastic Four, with Gregory Gideon providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects If the Human with questions of loyalty and belonging. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when

What first stands out about Captain America (1968) #135 is not its age or collectable status, but the directness with which it asks the reader to enter the story. The issue was published on 1 March 1971 as part of Captain America, with Captain America providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Falcon with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when Captain

Incredible Hulk (1962) #135 provides an enjoyable reminder that Marvel history is built from individual issues with their own rhythms, risks and small surprises. The issue was published on 1 January 1971 as part of Incredible Hulk, with Kang providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Hulk with questions of discovery and technology. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The most persuasive passages in Incred

There is something inviting about the way Thor (1966) #135 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 December 1966 as part of Thor, with Man Beast providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects New Men with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when Thor (1966) #135 allows

Strange Tales (1951) #135 provides an enjoyable reminder that Marvel history is built from individual issues with their own rhythms, risks and small surprises. The issue was published on 1 August 1965 as part of Strange Tales, with Nick Fury providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Doctor Strange with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ Rather than crowding ever