Here's a breakdown by eras and key titles to help you navigate:
Golden Age (1930s-1950s):
* Marvel Comics:
* Marvel Comics #1 (1939): The Human Torch's first appearance, as a fiery android created by scientist Professor Phineas T. Horton.
* The Torch Comics (1940-1949): His own series.
* Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949): Featured regularly.
Silver Age (1950s-1970s):
* Marvel Comics:
* Fantastic Four #1 (1961): The Human Torch (Johnny Storm) is introduced as a member of the Fantastic Four, alongside Reed Richards, Sue Storm, and Ben Grimm.
* The Fantastic Four (1961-present): His primary series.
* Thor #156 (1968): His first solo adventure, "The Torch Returns".
Bronze Age (1970s-1980s):
* Marvel Comics:
* The Human Torch (1975-1977): A short-lived solo series.
* Marvel Team-Up (1972-1985): Featured in many team-ups.
* The Defenders (1971-1986): Became a recurring member.
Modern Age (1980s-present):
* Marvel Comics:
* Fantastic Four (1961-present): Continues to be a key character.
* The Thing (1983-1986): Appeared in this series regularly.
* New Fantastic Four (2004-2006): Led a new team after the "Fantastic Four" disbanded.
* FF (2011-2012): A smaller, more intimate "Fantastic Four" series.
* Marvel's The Human Torch (2022-present): A new solo series.
Other Appearances:
* Crossovers and team-ups: The Human Torch has appeared in numerous crossovers and team-ups with other Marvel characters, including Spider-Man, Daredevil, and the X-Men.
* Animated Series: He's been featured in various animated series, such as "Fantastic Four: The Animated Series" and "The Super Hero Squad Show."
* Live-Action: He's been portrayed in live-action by Chris Evans in the "Fantastic Four" films and by Michael B. Jordan in the "Fantastic Four" film.
Finding More Information:
* Marvel.com: The official website of Marvel Comics, offering a wealth of information, including character bios and comic book listings.
* Comic Book Database (CBDB): A comprehensive online database of comic books, allowing you to search for specific issues featuring the Human Torch.
* Comic Book Price Guide (CBPG): A resource for finding current values and market information on comic books, including those featuring the Human Torch.
Remember, the Human Torch has been a popular character for decades and has appeared in hundreds of comics! This list provides a starting point for your exploration, but there's much more to discover!