Like his colleagues from the Fantastic practiceThe Human torch is considered one of the world’s greatest heroes. A lifelong adventurer and champion, this hot hero practically has everything – but nothing lasts forever. And while Johnny Storm won’t always be a celebrity hero, his ultimate fate is still utterly fantastic.
Fantastic Four: 40th Wedding Anniversary Special #1 by Karl Kesel, Drew Johnson, Drew Geraci, Drew Hennessy, Morry Hollowell and Dave Lanphear gives readers a peak into the future of the Fantastic Four, as Reid Richards and Sue Storm variants over time are brought together to celebrate their love.
The couple forty years in the future reassure their younger selves that everything turns out okay, going so far as to say, “Frank, Val – even Johnny, believe it or not! Became a big celebrity chef!“ The culinary arts aren’t the first thing fans associate with the Human Torch, but the career really is the perfect fit.
The human torch can be a natural chef
Johnny Storm is not as irresponsible as many think
Earlier in the same issue, Johnny demonstrated his less-than-fantastic skills as a chef in the present – completely charring a few hot dogs beyond recognition. But The human torch is smarter than he lets on And an Adventist learner when he puts his mind to it. As such, it’s not that surprising to imagine the fan-favorite member of the Fantastic Four trading in his super-suit made of unstable molecules for a flameproof apron. And considering all the other potential endings a superhero can face in the Marvel Universe, life as a chef sounds pretty sweet.
Most superheroes rarely ever retire, but the Human Torch is hardly like most superheroes.
The human rights torch itself is no stranger to tragic ends. Having once died in the Negative Zone at the hands of Annihilus’ hordes, Johnny Storm has more than earned a restful retirement from superheroicsEspecially considering all the times he helped save the world. But Johnny being Johnny, he will almost always look for an opportunity to milk his fame. And by mixing the pomp and circumstance of his celebrity status with the well-deserved reward of following his culinary passions, Johnny clearly turns the Fantastic Four’s human torch into the biggest name in cooking.
The Human Torch has earned a break from the Fantastic Four
Let Johnny Storm cook
Most superheroes rarely ever retire, but the Human Torch is hardly like most superheroes. Although he may be an arrogant showboat, Johnny Storm is a true hero who has more than earned his break, time and time again. And while being a celebrity chef would not be the first guess fans would make if the younger member of the Fantastic practice Ever announced a change in career, it is clear what is best for the Human torch – At least in one timeline.
Fantastic Four: 40th Wedding Anniversary Special #1 is available now from Marvel Comics.