Fantastic Four (Vol 1 1961) Issues 1-50

The first 50 issues of the Fantastic Four were crafted by the legendary duo of writer Stan Lee and co-creator/artist Jack Kirby. This foundational period set the tone for Marvel's first superhero team, introducing readers to the iconic characters of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and the Thing. Lee's compelling storytelling combined with Kirby's dynamic and innovative artwork not only defined the visual and narrative style of the series but also laid the groundwork for many of Marvel's creative concepts and universe. These early issues are celebrated for their introduction of classic villains, groundbreaking plots, and the development of complex character relationships that would become central to the series' enduring success. Key issues include;

#1 - 1st team appearance and origin of the Fantastic Four, 1st appearance of Tricephalous, Mole Man
#2 - 1st appearance of the Skrulls, Daily Bugle
#3 - 1st appearance of FF costumes, Baxter Building, Fantastic-car, Fantastic-copter & Miracle Man
#4 - 1st Silver Age appearance of Namor the Sub-Mariner
#5 - 1st appearance and origin of Dr Doom
#7 - 1st appearance of Xantha & Kurrgo
#8 - 1st appearance of Alicia Masters & Puppet Master
#11 - 1st appearance and origin of Impossible Man
#18 - 1st appearance and origin of the Super Skrull
#20 - 1st appearance and origin of Molecule Man
#33 - 1st appearance of Attuma
#34 - 1st appearance of Greg Gideon & Thomas Gideon (becomes Glorian)
#36 - 1st appearance of Medusa & the Frightful Four (Medusa, Paste-Pot Pete, Sandman, Wizard)
#45 - 1st appearance of the Inhumans, Crystal, Karnak & Triton
#46 - 1st full appearance & cover of Black Bolt. 1st appearance of Seeker
#48 - 1st appearance of Silver Surfer. 1st cameo appearance of Galactus
#49 - 1st full appearance of Galactus