Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch are returning to the Ultimate Marvel Universe this summer with the epic, four-part series “Ultimate Invasion,” which will pit Spider-Man/Miles Morales, the former members of the Illuminati, and more against the Maker/Reed Richards, who has nefarious plans for his native universe. We are pleased to present an exclusive first look at Hitch’s cover for the second chapter, as well as the synopsis for the issue, featuring many of the Ultimates, and rather surprisingly, mutants Magik and Omega Red.

Written by Jonathan Hickman
Art by Bryan HitchThe Maker plans to make sure Earth’s Mightiest Heroes never become heroes at all. And then he can reshape the universe into exactly what he wants it to be…
Thanks to Marvel for the covers, and be sure to pick up the book — either safely in a store, or digitally — when it releases July 26. “Ultimate Invasion” #1, which will retail for $8.99, will be released beforehand on June 21, 2023.