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What If? Newer Fantastic Four#1
Cover: Patrick Scherberger

What If? Newer Fantastic Four #1

Feb 2009 · Marvel · 3.99 USD
“What If...Newer Fantastic Four”

In *What If...Newer Fantastic Four* #1, the New Fantastic Four face a cosmic crisis when Earth's heroes vanish during a clash with Kang—leaving Ghost Rider among the missing. With the entire universe under threat, Iron Man steps in to join the team as they uncover that Thanos, wielding the Infinity Gauntlet, is behind the disappearances. Written by Paul Tobin and illustrated by Patrick Scherberger, with colors by Chris Sotomayor and letters by Nate Piekos and Blambot, this alternate tale sees the team teaming up with Warlock, Dr. Strange, and the Surfer in a battle against a godlike foe. The cover, by Patrick Scherberger, captures the moment of revelation with striking intensity.

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writer Paul Tobin · artist Patrick Scherberger · inker Craig Yeung · colorist Chris Sotomayor · letterer Blambot · letterer Nate Piekos · cover Patrick Scherberger

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writer Paul Tobin
letterer Blambot
letterer Nate Piekos
cover pencils, inks Patrick Scherberger

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During a battle with Kang, many of earth's heroes disappear including Ghost Rider of the New Fantastic Four. Iron Man steps in and joins the team as they learn that the disappearances are universe wide and have been caused by Thanos who has gained control of the Infinity Gauntlet. The New FF join Warlock, Dr. Strange and the Surfer as they take on a villain with the power of a god.

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