The conclusion of the ambitious relaunch will bring the debut of Luke Cage and a final battle against the Creator himself
Him The definitive Marvel universe prepares for its final farewell, but not before giving us one last burst of superhero epic. From Februaryfans will be able to enjoy the final chapters of this modern reinvention of the Marvel myth, with which they will say goodbye Final finale, The definitive X-Men, Ultimate Wolverine and the debut of Luke Cage and his New Avengers.
Marvel confirmed during the New York Comic Con that this alternative universe, reborn just over a year ago with great success, will end in 2026. The closure will bring together the heroes of its five main series into one coordinated final event: Final finale. According to Marvel, the goal is to leave a complete saga that can be enjoyed as a closed work, recalling the narrative audacity that once characterized the original universe created in the 2000s.
But before lowering the shutters, the publisher has prepared a calendar full of initiatives. In March 2026 the last episode will be published The definitive X-Menwritten and illustrated by Momoko fishinga creator who brought a fresh and almost dreamlike vision to the mutant world. In parallel, Ultimate Wolverine #14 will show a unexpected alliance between Wolverine and Jean Greyas they face a brutal new thing Lady Deathblow in the kingdom of LimboMagik’s domain.
The Rise of Luke Cage
However, the highlight of February will be the premiere of Luke Cage and the New Avengers In Ultimate #21. The story, written by Marine field and designed by Father Perezwill show Cage leading a group of prisoners transformed into superheroes thanks to the remnants of the technology of the Creator, the sinister Reed Richards of this universe. What begins as a global rebellion It will soon turn into an all-out war against the villain’s own Council.
This new lineup inevitably recalls the urban Avengers of classic comics, but with an added tone. dark, political and desperatein line with the end-of-the-world climate that dominates the closing of the Ultimate universe.
The end of the mutants
For his part, The Last X-Men #24 will serve as final farewell to the mutantswho face a world war and the uncertain fate of Armor. Peach Momoko thus closes her acclaimed period at the helm of the title, mixing Japanese aesthetics and indie sensibilities in a comic that has been considered one of the boldest of the line.
Marvel promises that this issue will be “as beautiful as it is devastating”, with revelations about the future of young mutants and a reflection on difference and survival in times of chaos.
Ultimate Endgame, the last battle
The focus of the event will, of course, be Final ending #3 (of 5)where the surviving heroes will enter City of the Creator to face theirs Children of tomorrow. Also written by Marine field and designed by Terry Dodson Yes Jonas Sharpthe series promises shocking deaths, unexpected alliances and twists that will change the fate of the universe. Outside the city, the Ultimates must contain their creator’s unleashed power… or die trying.
The edition will include the covers of Marco Brooksone of Marvel’s most spectacular artists, and is expected to February 18.
A farewell with echo
The relaunch of the Ultimate Universe in 2024 revitalized Marvel with a more mature, more political look and cinematic approach that won over veterans and new readers alike. Although its closure comes sooner than expected, The publisher wants the farewell to be in stylewith stories that mark an end point worthy of his legacy.
and with Luca Gabbia As a new symbol of resistance, it seems that the Ultimate universe will not go out with a whisper, but with a roar.
