Fantastic Four: 1 2 3 4 #2

Fantastic Four: 1 2 3 4 was a four-part limited series published by Marvel Comics in 2001. The series was written by Grant Morrison and illustrated by Jae Lee, intended as a sophisticated deconstruction of the Fantastic Four's iconic mid-century origins. Morrison sought to strip away decades of complicated continuity to focus on the core archetypal dynamics of the family, framing their adventures through a lens that was both grounded and surreal.

The series is particularly noted for Jae Lee’s distinctive aesthetic, which diverged sharply from the house style of Marvel at the time. Lee utilized a moody, stark visual language that emphasized the isolation and internal tensions of the characters, moving away from traditional superhero dynamism to create a more atmospheric and psychologically complex experience. The work was generally well-received by critics and readers for its bold narrative experimentation and striking visual departure from standard franchise tropes.