Fantastic Four 51 [Best Buy Edition] #[nn]
In "This Man... This Monster!", a desperate scientist transforms himself into a monstrous version of the Thing and infiltrates the Baxter Building with deadly intent—only to find his fate unexpectedly altered when a twist of circumstance saves Reed Richards, leading to his own demise in the Negative Zone. A rare 2005 Best Buy edition, this story features the legendary creative team of Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Joe Sinnott, Stan Goldberg, and Artie Simek.
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An unnamed scientist gives himself the powers and appearance of the Thing and goes to the Baxter Building, planning to kill Reed. However, an accident results in him saving Reed's life and perishing in the Negative Zone.
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