Fantastic Four #288

Fantastic Four #288 was published by Marvel Comics in March 1986 as part of the long-running series created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. This particular issue occurred during a transitional period for the title, following the departure of longtime writer and artist John Byrne, who had redefined the team's dynamic during the early 1980s. The story was crafted by writer Roger Stern and illustrated by John Buscema, a legendary artist whose work defined the visual style of many Marvel titles throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

The issue is notable for its role in the broader continuity of the Marvel Universe, focusing on the team's internal tensions and the shifting roles of its members. John Buscema’s clean, muscular aesthetic provided a traditional yet sophisticated look that appealed to readers accustomed to the classic Marvel house style. While it did not reach the same level of collector demand as the early Kirby-Lee issues, it remains a respected example of mid-eighties superhero storytelling that maintained the integrity of the Fantastic Four legacy.