The Thing #23 TITLE SPLASH by Wilson/Layton, 1985
Artists: Ron Wilson (Penciller) , Bob Layton (Inker)
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Thing 23 comic
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DescriptionAnother great piece I picked up during Ruben DaCollector's live art drop four weeks ago.Here we have a fantastic image of the Thing as he echoes a sentiment I think we have all felt since this pandemic hit us. In this case, the Thing has lost his temper once more thinking about how he returned from Battleworld to find that his long time girlfriend Alicia Masters is now in a relationship with the Human Torch. This jam-packed and poignant issue alternates between the Thing's memory flashbacks and interactions with Johnny and Reed in the present, both ending poorly -- in fact, the conversation with Reed brings to light a highly disturbing revelation that leads to a fight between the long-time friends, resulting in the Thing storming off and deciding he is finished with the Fantastic Four forever! Social/Sharing |
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E DLS 
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/28/2021
Yeah, life in the age of COVID can be a real bummer at times. But scoring a nice splash like this one sure helps to brighten things up. Congrats buddy!
Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/28/2021
Ron Wilson was THE Ben Grimm artist of the 1980s, as demonstrated by this page.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/28/2021
That's life
-That's life-
That's what all the people say
You're riding high in April, shot down in May
But I know I'm gonna change that tune
When I'm back on top, back on top in June
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Personally, I think this pieces was the best buy from that sale! Glorious Thing art! Way to go!
Paul Roach
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Great grumpy Thing splash! Signed by both artists as well. I love the little details in the room, the sporting trophies, the cigars, the oversized boots and the worn, crumpled coats in the wardrobe. The picture of a rocket (the one from their ill-fated flight?) and the penant at the top for 'Stan Lee presents' all create a sense of a life trapped between a succefful college past and an awkward, unwanted present. Lovely page!
Magnus X
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Great pick-up Paul, where do you find this gem? Congratulatios..!
Romain Verlier
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Very nice Thing splash !!! Black suit fits Ben so well ;o)
J H
Member Since 2019
2 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Not much of a heroes welcome for Benjy from Battleworld...It could've read "Love stinks!", too. What an arc here, as you said. This was a big turning point in the Thing's story, sending him to some frustrating places. Is it any wonder why we love the character? This is a Fantastic splash by Wilson and Layton, as you'd expect. Another great Rubén pick-up! Congrats!
P A
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 7/29/2021
Ron Wilson's version of the Thing is one of the most memorable to me along with Byrne's, Perez', and Kirby. So easily recognizable and consistently drawn. Outstanding title splash man!
David Askani’Son
Member Since 2012
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1 - Posted on 8/1/2021
Hahah Poor Thing Hating Life! Great Splash Mentor!!!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 8/1/2021
Just a great opening title splash and if you wanted a prime Ben Grimm example you could do much worse! That starting line, "Life Stinks" is totally Ben...and regardless, on the flip side he always see the bright side, makes the most of things, and always helps out others despite the "stinkier" times :) That's the thing with the Thing. Congrats, man!
Vik V
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 8/3/2021
Fantastic title splash!!! Where the heck did you get this beauty? Congrats, Paul
Dino Mauricio
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 8/3/2021
I'm a big fan of Ron Wilson's Thing and this is a superb example, congrats Paul!
Dave W
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 8/4/2021
I remember this series well and read each issue as they hit the stands. Great page and terrifc example of Ron Wilson's underappreacited work. Congrats and thanks for sharing!
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