True Believers: King in Black - Franklin Richards #1
In "Childhood's End," Franklin Richards' growing power spirals beyond his control, forcing him into an adult form as he attempts to reshape reality in his own image. The Thing is restored to his rocky, monstrous state, setting off a chain of events that tests the limits of a child’s ambition—and the cost of playing god. Written and illustrated by John Byrne, with colors by Bob Sharen and letters by Jim Novak, this issue features a cover by Byrne that captures the moment’s gravity.
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Franklin Richards' powers go out of control as he transforms into an adult and tries to make things the way he thinks they should be. The Thing is returned to his rocky form.
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