Fantastic Four 527 (Director's Cut) #[nn]

In "Distant Music," the Fantastic Four face financial ruin when an audit looms, but Ben finds himself unexpectedly wealthy—uncovering secrets that rewrite his past. Meanwhile, Reed is pulled into a shadowy government project led by Nick Fury, where scientists are attempting to recreate the cosmic rays that gave the team their powers, raising urgent questions about the cost of creating heroes. Written by J. Michael Straczynski and illustrated by Mike McKone, with cover art by McKone, this 2005 issue blends personal stakes with high-stakes science, all in a 3.99 USD package.