Major Key
Fantastic Four #12
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
First meeting and battle between the Fantastic Four and the Hulk.
Why this comic matters
Fantastic Four faces a turning point that changes the direction of the ongoing story. The issue builds the milestone into an active conflict with consequences for the character’s relationships, identity or status quo, while leaving the major beats of the ending unspoiled.
Key issue facts
PublisherMarvel
Publication year1963
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersFantastic Four
Collector significance
As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.
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