Fantastic Four #114

Fantastic Four #114 was published in September 1971, emerging during a transitional period for Marvel Comics as the industry navigated the shifting tastes of the Bronze Age. This specific issue served as the conclusion to a multi-part story arc featuring the return of the Super-Skrull, showcasing the high-stakes cosmic conflict that defined the series under the editorial direction of Stan Lee and the creative contributions of writers and artists like Archie Goodwin and John Buscema.

The issue is recognized for its role in the long-running legacy of the Fantastic Four, maintaining the adventurous tone established by Lee and Jack Kirby while incorporating the more intricate, moody illustrative styles that became prevalent in the early 1970s. As part of a series that redefined the superhero genre through its focus on interpersonal dynamics and family conflict, #114 remains a piece of the extensive narrative tapestry that continued to expand the depth of Marvel's First Family for a maturing readership.