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DescriptionI cannot believe I have a Byrne FF page. I consider his work as writer, penciler and inker on the series was my favorite Byrne period, Period. This issue was right in that sweet spot of smooth, lush inking.This page is memorable to me as it showcases John’s fluidity and control as an artist as well as his ability to tell a story with snappy, character driven dialogue. Big thanks to The Romitaman for a smooth deal🤙🏻 From Marvel Database: Synopsis for "The Minds of Mantracora" On the Negative Zone world of Mantracora, the Mantracorians' spiritual leader Tarnith Gestal have chosen a new couple to join the ranks of his "chosen" people. The couple accepts their selection and are led deep below Gestal's massive castle, there they find something horrifying, but their screams are not heard by those celebrating above them.... Two days later, the Fantastic Four are riding a wagon incognito toward the major city on Mantracora on their continued exploration of the Negative Zone. Reed wants to check out a strange energy reading he has detected in the city. As they approach, the Thing is not impressed with the outfit they have given him as a disguise, but Reed deems it necessary in order to mask their presence as much as possible. However their entry does not go unnoticed, as in his castle Tarnith Gestal's computers detect the massive intellect within the mind of Reed Richards, the final piece of the puzzle for his grand schemes. Getting a room at a local inn, Ben and Johnny decide to go out and explore while Reed and Sue spend some time alone in their room. Unaware that they are being watched, Ben and Johnny begin to explore the city and it's many odd sights when suddenly they are attacked by a gang of thugs. In order to save themselves, the two members of the Fantastic Four are forced to use their powers and blow their cover. Back at the inn, Reed and Sue have finished a romantic interlude when more attackers burst into their room. Reed and Sue fend off their attackers when suddenly Tarnith Gestal enters their room and calls an end to the hostilities. Meanwhile at the Baxter Building back on Earth, Annihilus uses Reed's equipment to begin his plan that will see the destruction of both the positive matter universe of Earth and his home dimension of the Negative Zone. Activating the device suddenly floods all the New Yorkers in the area with a sudden sense of fear that forces them to flee the area around the Fantastic Four's headquarters. Three blocks away are the Avengers known as She-Hulk and the Wasp, who are out apartment hunting. When they see the flood of panicked people fleeing down the street, they decide to go and investigate the danger. Going charging ahead, the She-Hulk ends up slamming headlong into an invisible barrier that is impenetrable. Back in the Negative Zone, Tarnith Gestal invites the Fantastic Four back to his castle, and Reed is forced to accept the invitation as that is where his readings were taking the team. They are soon joined by Ben and Johnny who accompany them. At the castle of Tarnith Gestal, the Fantastic Four have a meal, but Reed suddenly keels over -- having been drugged. The lights suddenly turn out and when Johnny flames on to illuminate the room again Reed and everything in the room is now gone. Ben rips through the floor revealing a metallic complex underneath. Meanwhile down below, Tarnith Gestal has hooked Reed up to a massive machine that will drain him of his mind, the same fate as all those he has deemed his "chosen", leaving them mindless husks. Before he can complete this process on Reed, Tarnith reveals himself not to be a member of the Mantracorians, but small alien creature that usurped the role of the religious leader. It explains it crash landed on Manticora some thirty years earlier. His ship needing mental energies to operate, he had been using his position to sap the minds of his followers. Detecting Reed massive intellect made the patriarch of the Fantastic Four a most coveted source, as his mental prowess contains more than enough energy the creature needs to re-power his ship. As the process begins, the other members of the Fantastic Four begin ripping through the metal floor to the levels below. Fighting their way through the tunnels, they make their way into the room where Reed is being kept. However their captor reveals they have arrived too late and Reed's mind is now a blind slate. It gloats at the Fantastic Four as Sue cradles the mindless shell of her husband, mocking them with the false hope that they might be able to re-educate the mindless being that used to be their leader. Social/Sharing |
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Bob Kopman 
Member Since 2007
Posted on 2/18/2023
Congratulations on getting this amazing page. I was always a big fan of Byrne's FF work. An awesome addition to your collection.
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/18/2023
Bob Kopman wrote:
Congratulations on getting this amazing page. I was always a big fan of Byrne's FF work. An awesome addition to your collection.
Much obliged, Bob🙏🏼
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/18/2023
Jeffrey Moy wrote:
Byrne's FF is his best stuff to me! Great page!
Much appreciated, Jeffrey🤙🏻 Agreed!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
Posted on 2/18/2023
As much as I love The Thing, that bevy of odd looking beauties in panel one is what I love best here. Kudos, Bill!
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 2/18/2023
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
As much as I love The Thing, that bevy of odd looking beauties in panel one is what I love best here. Kudos, Bill!
Thx, R. It Is the Money Shot for sure🤙🏻
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/19/2023
Tony Marine wrote:
Congrats! Love Byrne FF!!
Thx, Tony. I know you Do and me Too!
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/19/2023
Toni S wrote:
It is very nice!!!! Great John Byrne artwork example!
Thx, Toni🤙🏻🤙🏻
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/19/2023
Malcolm Bourne wrote:
Great addition to your collection! Congrats
Thx, M. The Gamora I got from you made this trade possible, so double thx✌🏽
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 2/19/2023
Marcus Wai wrote:
First panel looks like a renaissance painting!
By Jove, You're Right!
Chris Snorek
Member Since 2009
Posted on 2/20/2023
"an' me so careful with my diet!" Oh man I love this.
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/20/2023
Chris Snorek wrote:
"an' me so careful with my diet!" Oh man I love this.
Uh huh! And, "Just an expression, bright boy". Love Ben❣️
Paul Brzegowy
Member Since 2010
Posted on 2/20/2023
Great page and JB inking himself really shows here. Congrats on a great example from an iconic FF run.
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/20/2023
Paul Brzegowy wrote:
Great page and JB inking himself really shows here. Congrats on a great example from an iconic FF run.
Much Appreciated, Paul. My daughter says it looks 3D!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
Posted on 2/21/2023
Fantastic page! And I agree with Marcus about that first panel: just masterful!
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/21/2023
Davide G. wrote:
Fantastic page! And I agree with Marcus about that first panel: just masterful!
Thank you, Davide. Byrne is a True Master🙏🏼
Shaun Crowell
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/22/2023
Great page! Always love to see Byrne's version of the Thing! Congrats!
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/22/2023
Shaun Crowell wrote:
Great page! Always love to see Byrne's version of the Thing! Congrats!
Thx, Shaun! I think Byrne's version is The Best!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
Posted on 3/20/2023
Fantastic four panel-er, Bill! A Byrne FF page would be at the top of my list, too, and this is a really sweet example of the great storytelling of John Byrne! Love the composition of that top panel, with Johnny backlit to make sure he isn't lost amid the bustle and bluster of the bevy of beauties...but the hidden attackers are easily seen by the readers as well. The reader's eye flows smoothly in the same direction Johnny tosses the goon, and from there it's full-on Clobberin' Time. Byrne's Thing is the best, and that's -wicked- cool that you have such a great example of him just... being... HIM. LOVE IT! Congrats, Bill! Great score!
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
Posted on 4/4/2023
Fabulous page! I'm with you: as much as I enjoyed Byrne's X-Men, Next Men, Captain America, and other titles, I loved his FF the most.
Alex B
Member Since 2008
Posted on 6/25/2024
Congrats for this awesome page. Wonderful art, classic issue from the perfect run.
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