Human Torch #1

Marvel's 2003 Human Torch series kicks off with "Burn Part 1," and Skottie Young's cover sets the tone beautifully — Johnny Storm blazes at the center of a massive, swirling cocoon of golden flame that towers over a city skyline, the fire sculpted into almost skeletal, organic shapes around him. It's a striking visual statement: raw power contained just barely within human form, equal parts awe-inspiring and a little unnerving. Karl Kesel and Young make a compelling creative pairing for this fresh chapter in the life of the Fantastic Four's resident hothead.