Ep 6. The Silver Surfer and the Coming of Galactus Part 2
- October 29, 1994
The episode "The Silver Surfer and the Coming of Galactus Part 2" is the sixth episode of Fantastic Four's first season. The episode carries forward from where the previous episode (Part 1) left off, where the Fantastic Four's desperate search for a way to stop the planet-eating Galactus is underway.
The episode starts with the Silver Surfer and the remaining Fantastic Four members, Reed, Johnny, and Ben, all out in space trying to find a way to prevent Galactus from devouring their home planet. In their pursuit, they encounter a giant, rocky planet that is orbiting around a dying star. Surprisingly, they find a strange being on the planet, who identifies himself to be the Keeper. The Keeper is guarding the gate to the world of the Skrulls, a race of shape-shifting aliens who can assume any form they choose. The Keeper is the only way to access the Skrull World, and he reveals that there may be a possible solution to stop Galactus.
The Surfer seeks to gain information from the Keeper about where to find the Ultimate Nullifier, the weapon that can defeat Galactus and save Earth. Reed discovers that the Keeper has been in contact with the Skrulls, who have possession of the Ultimate Nullifier -- but there's a catch. The Skrulls will only give Reed and the team the weapon if they help them defeat the Kree, their long-time enemies.
Meanwhile, Galactus has wasted no time causing widespread destruction. The Incredible Hulk's mind has been taken over by Galactus and he attacks the city, causing more destruction than ever before. The Human Torch tries to intervene but is stopped by the Surfer who points out that there is nothing they can do against the power of a fully-fed Galactus.
The Fantastic Four arrive on the Skrull planet, where they work to help the Skrulls in their fight against the Kree. However, during the battle, the Skrulls decide not to help the Fantastic Four get the Ultimate Nullifier, leaving the team in a troubling position.
As the episode nears its conclusion, there is tension and urgency at every turn. The Fantastic Four must find a way to deal with Galactus before it's too late. The Surfer informs them that he will try to buy them time by taking on Galactus himself, while the others work on finding a solution to stall his hunger for Earth.
"The Silver Surfer and the Coming of Galactus Part 2" features stunning visuals throughout the episode, including aerial battles, fight sequences, and astonishing backdrops. The show also incorporates humor to light up the mood, while focusing on the high stakes. It is a thrilling episode that showcases the Fantastic Four's strength, teamwork, and intelligence as they try to save the planet.