Ultimate Marvel changed everything.
The goal was to energize readers who might be intimidated by decades of publication history, and it succeeded.
More than a decade later, writerJonathan Hickmanbrought the Ultimate Marvel universe to an end withSecret Wars.
‘Ultimate Invasion’ teaser art by Bryan Hitch.Credit: Bryan Hitch for Marvel Comics
I get to bring two decades of new experience as an artist and storyteller to this.
It’s new, different and familiar.
It’s big budget, high-concept, widescreen storytelling.
The Maker and Miles Morales in ‘Ultimate Invasion’ by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch.Bryan Hitch for Marvel Comics
I feel right at home."
Both characters now sport sleek bodysuits and face-obscuring helmets.
Asked for comment on this similarity, Hickman says only, “well, they do look cool.”
The Maker and Miles Morales in ‘Ultimate Invasion’ by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch.Bryan Hitch for Marvel Comics
Ultimate Invasionis set to hit stands this June.
Illuminati members Reed Richards, Black Bolt, Namor and more assemble in ‘Ultimate Invasion’ by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch.Bryan Hitch for Marvel Comics
