Marvels Comics: Fantastic Four # 1 2000 VF+

Marvels Comics: Fantastic Four # 1 May 2000 Marvel published a unique one-shot. This meta-fictional issue is written as if it were a comic book published within the Marvel Universe itself—specifically, the "only 100% authorized comic" approved by the team. 

"The Life Fantastic!"

Written by Karl Kesel and illustrated by Paul Smith, the issue presents the Fantastic Four as world-famous celebrities sharing their "real" lives with the public. Unlike standard superhero stories, it is structured as a lifestyle magazine or "behind-the-scenes" special. 

• Authorized Storytelling: The issue is framed as being personally overseen by Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben.
• Lifestyle Features: It includes segments on Reed Richards explaining the science of "unstable molecules," Ben Grimm's personal fitness regimen, and Sue Storm’s private photo collection.
• The Fantastic 4x4: The story features the debut of a new vehicle, the Fantastic 4x4, built by Johnny Storm.