What if the mindless Man-Thing retained its human brain? The mind of Ted Sallis, trapped in the muck-monster’s body! Plus, Captain America becomes President of the United States! Can a super hero deliver the diplomacy of a politician?

Collects Uncanny X-Men #129-138, X-Men Classic (1986-1995 Classic X-Men) #43, Bizarre Adventures (1981-1983 Magazine) #27, Phoenix: The Untold Story (1984) and What If (1977-1984 1st Series) #27 When the Dark Phoenix rises, suns grow cold and universes die! Gathered by Charles Xavier, the X-Men have dedicated their wondrous abilities to protect mankind - even those who hate and fear them. Now, these incredible individuals embark on an adventure that will span the expanse of the cosmos. One of their own, Jean Grey, has unwittingly attained power beyond conception - and been corrupted, absolutely. The X-Men must decide: Is the life of the woman they cherish worth the existence of an entire universe?

What would happen if Earth’s Mightiest Heroes had not an enemy in sight? In fact, what if the Avengers were the only super heroes standing? Uatu postulates the near impossible!

What if Earth’s Mightiest were killed by Michael Korvac? His omnipotence has toppled the Avengers, spelling doom for every super hero. This is the reign of Korvac- undeterred!

IDW is pleased to offer more than six issues worth of Fantastic Four stories by John Byrne in the Eisner Award-winning Artist's Edition format. Included in this volume are issue 232 (the first one with Byrne on as writer & artist), issue 238 (the first story), plus issues 241, 243, 247 and 261 as well as the classic What If #36 story,"What if the Fantastic Four had not gained their powers?" There is also an art gallery included that showcases more than a dozen covers. Nearly all of the pages in this book have been scanned from the actual original art that was drawn by John Byrne. This Artist's Edition measures 12 x 17 inches and is 168 pages long. While appearing to be in black and white, each page was scanned in color to mimic as closely as possible the experience of viewing the actual original art—for instance, corrections, blue pencils, paste-overs, all the little nuances that make original art unique. Each page is printed the same size as drawn, and the paper selected is as close as possible to the original art board.

The alternate future of the Marvel Universe! The fate of Vision and Scarlet Witch! Daredevil and Black Widow- nearly 30 years after their first meeting! Plus, what if Sharon Carter had survived?

WHAT IF…SUB-MARINER HAD SAVED ATLANTIS FROM ITS DESTINY? Namor defeats Destiny who attempts to destroy Atlantis, gets accused of murder, recovers Neptune's trident, and fights Attuma for Atlantis' freedom.

WHAT IF…THE HULK WENT BERSERK? In an alternate reality, Bruce Banner doesn't save Rick Jones from the gamma explosion, prompting a chain reaction that affects the Hulk's behavior.