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Even as superhero movies took Hollywood and the box office by storm in the 2010s, it has proven difficult for fans of those movies to get into the source material comics. If you're a Spider-Man fan eagerly waiting for "Beyond The Spider-Verse," though, pay attention to a new comic swinging its way to stores in January 2024. It will be the easiest jumping-on point for you in a long while.

That comic is "Ultimate Spider-Man," first announced via Marvel's Twitter account on September 20, 2023. It will be an ongoing series written by Jonathan Hickman and drawn by Marco Checchetto. The talent involved was already enough to pique comic fans' interest (and we'll explain why it should rouse yours' too soon). More details about "Ultimate Spider-Man were confirmed at New York Comic-Con this past weekend — at a panel attended by comics outlet Aipt, Hickman said the comic will be about a middle-aged Spider-Man,...

New York, NY— September 29, 2023 — This week, readers witnessed the worlds-shaking conclusion of Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch’s Ultimate Invasion limited series, where a new generation of heroes was born to save the future! Their saga continues in November’s Ultimate Universe #1, where Hickman will team up with Stefano Caselli to lay the groundwork for a new line of Ultimate Comics. In this extra-sized foundational one-shot, enter a new age of Ultimate storytelling filled with bold takes on iconic Marvel characters and special previews of upcoming Ultimate titles, including the recently revealed Ultimate Spider-Man and more.

“What made the Ultimate Universe originally really interesting was that it was a reflection of the world outside your window, in the moment that you were living in. What does it look like in the world we’re living in now?” Hickman said. “It’s kind of shocking how much the world has changed in that period of time.

Marvel Comics' "Ultimate Invasion", launching June 21, 2023, is a new four-issue limited series by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch., that will see the 'Illuminati' reunite:

"...'Ultimate Invasion' will spark the beginning of a new age of Marvel Comics...

"...in the same vein as the groundbreaking 'Ultimate Comics' line that defined the 2000's. 

"The thrilling saga will see the 'Illuminati' reunite to prevent the 'Maker'...

"...one of the few survivors of the fallen 'Ultimate Universe', from remaking his home universe..."

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Marvel Comics' "Ultimate Invasion", launching June 21, 2023, is a new four-issue limited series by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch., that will see the 'Illuminati' reunite:

"...'Ultimate Invasion' will spark the beginning of a new age of Marvel Comics...

"...in the same vein as the groundbreaking 'Ultimate Comics' line that defined the 2000's. 

"The thrilling saga will see the 'Illuminati' reunite to prevent the 'Maker'...

"...one of the few survivors of the fallen 'Ultimate Universe', from remaking his home universe..."

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Marvel Comics "Hellfire Gala" variant cover event returns July 2023 "...with jaw dropping designs that combine real fashion trends with classic super hero aesthetics, powers and personality...":

Illustrators include Kris Anka, Joshua Cassara, Russell Dauterman, Adam Kubert, Pepe Larraz, R.B. Silva, Luciano Vecchio and a whole lot more.

Titles include "Captain America", "Captain Marvel: Dark Tempest", "Daredevil", "Doctor Strange", "Fantastic Four", "Spider-Man", "Thor", "Venom"...

..."X-Men: Before The Fall - Sinister Four", "Amazing Spider-Man:, "Immortal X-Men"...

..."Miles Morales: Spider-Man", "Moon Knight", "X-Force", "X-Men: Days Of Future Past: Doomsday", "Black Panther", "Ghost Rider", "Guardians of The Galaxy", "Wolverine", "X-Men Red"...

...."Avengers", "Deadpool", "Hallows' Eve", "Incredible Hulk", "Invincible Iron Man", "Storm", "Ultimate Invasion" and "X-Men: Hellfire Gala 2023" #1.

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Two of the comic book industry’s most innovative and exciting creators are teaming up to reshape the Marvel Universe as you know it! This June, join writer Jonathan Hickman and artist Bryan Hitch in Ultimate Invasion, a revolutionary four-issue saga that presents a surprising new chapter for Ultimate Comics and bold new strides for Marvel’s iconic heroes.

Launched over twenty years ago, the Ultimate Universe provided a contemporary take on classic Marvel characters and storylines. Known for its edginess and explosive action, the Ultimate Universe was home to some of Marvel’s most talked about and thought-provoking series of the 21st century. The Ultimate Universe reached its cataclysmic end in 2015’s Secret Wars, but nothing stays buried in Marvel Comics for long. Is it time for the Ultimate Universe to make its grand return? The Maker seems to think so and the Illuminati must form once again to...