As oversize anniversary issues go, this is one deserving of the extra couple bucks. Norths use of Doom in Fantastic Four #7 is pitch perfect. The character is complex, operating on multiple levels, and his presence fits in with the themes North has been weaving through the series to this point. He also doesnt overstay his welcome. Hes here for a specific purpose and leaves once that is resolved, leaving open the possibility for more encounters in the future. Read Full Review

Very nice done-in-one anniversary issue that explores the simple mindset of the Fantastic Four's greatest villain, while spending some quality time with the family as well. Read Full Review

Doctor Doom gets the honor of being the focus of a chunk of Fantastic Four #7 in a milestone issue that delivers science, problem-solving, and family. North and Coello, for the umpteenth time, make us believe the Fantastic Four are some of the best heroes ever. Read Full Review

I'm glad to see Doom included in this run. It's a hell of a fun issue, and it looks great. Worth every moment. Read Full Review

Issue 700 is a must have for any collector, the story and art do not disappoint. Read Full Review

Fantastic Four #7, or Fantastic Four #700, provides a story that's supposed to be a landmark issue for Marvel's first family. In reality, the team ends up being eclipsed by none other than Dr. Doom. Now, his entrance is cool, there's a story reason he's there, and it actually makes sense, sort of, why he does what he does. Dr. Doom carries this book thanks to Ryan North's writing actually capturing his personality well while Iban Coello and Jesus Aburtov bring him to life in spectacular detail. However, the story has a bad case of “Because the Plot Demands It” so nothing really comes of Doom's actions other than retreading the same thing about Doom's greatest weakness and getting some great art of Dr. Doom in action. Read Full Review

Fantastic Four #7 looks great and has a few amusing moments during the family interactions, but the plot is a jumble of ideas that don't make sense. Ryan North has ideas with potential, but so far in this series, he's unable to make those ideas work in a logical or cohesive story. Read Full Review

Although the artwork and plotting always meet the marks of competence, it's increasingly clear that run may never really "start" as its 700th issue celebration turns out to be terribly dull. Read Full Review

This is the only current Marvel book that I get excited for a new issue. North is doing a fantastic job balancing science fiction concepts, character work, twilight zone nostalgia, and super hero action that are also just simply fun to read. Really hoping North gets to have a long run as this hands down the best Fantastic Four run in the modern era next to Hickman's. I also have to praise the beautiful art and coloring of each issue.

Really loved everything here. The opening plot with the FF losing language was really cool and well done. It's such a fascinating concept that I almost wish was explored further. But we get a whole lot of Doom instead, and this is some peak Doom writing here. Such a good time.

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Wow what a spectacular issue! In case anyone forgot why Doctor Doom is the best Marvel villain, make sure to pick this one up. Ryan North’s run has been so creative so far, giving us stories that are totally unique from everything else Marvel is currently printing. The FF feel like a family, but not in the schmaltzy way of Dan Slott’s run that made me groan. Plus I’m glad that this wasn’t an anniversary issue that had to keep reminding you that it’s an anniversary issue.

I also don’t know how Iban Coello managed to draw all of this. This is a huge issue, and he also had a son born while he was working on it. Just incredible.

One of the best Doom's interpretations I've ever seen. Glorious.

Just when I've got my expectations ratcheted down a notch, the author busts out a barn-burner of a great story.

There are still pickable nits in the storytelling (eg. the pace starts slow and the artist needs to quit with the cartoony cheek-shading), but the premise of a long tragedy starring Doom as the protagonist? Impeccable.

I particularly like the philosophical bent. (It's been 20 years but I *did* read Leibniz in college.) Doom comes *right to the threshold* of realizing his actions are immoral, but of course he balks at the last step. Alicia is right; he is his own worst enemy.

I also really like a plus-size "special" issue done as one bigger, wilder story instead of just slapping some backup strips on the latest chapter of an ongoing story. More like this, please!
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Doom! Great issue from all angles. Many re-used tropes but very well executed nonetheless. Coello/Aburtov on art are great too!

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I'm a sucker for a good Doom inner-monologue

this was a good issue. I liked a scenario where Fantastic Four can't speak, and Dr Doom written by Ryan North reminds me of Hickman's Doctor doom. Overall, one of the better fantastic four runs out there.