
After the Maker altered the course of history in Ultimate Invasion, the world’s political structures shifted into new forms, including the lack of a United States government.
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The Ultimates, a superteam labeled as terrorists for their opposition to the world order, are on a mission to prepare for the return of the Maker, trying to kick-start as many superhero origin stories as possible.
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InHyuk Lee Ultimate Special Variant Cover:

Andrea Sorrentino 1:25 Incentive Variant Cover:

The Ultimates #18
There’s only one month remaining before the City reopens and the Maker emerges.
And Tony Stark has a message for the entire world…
Creative Team
- Writer: Deniz Camp
- Artist: Juan Frigeri
- Colorist: Federico Blee
- Letterer: VC’s Travis Lanham
- Cover Artist: Dike Ruan & Neeraj Menon
- Variant Cover Artists: Adam Pollina; InHyuk Lee;
- Editor: Wil Moss
- Assistant Editor: Michelle Marchese
- Format: Ongoing
- Cover Price/Page Count: $4.99/32 pages
The Maker’s return heralds a call for all Ultimates to assemble in The Ultimates #18, on shelves and digital platforms November 19, 2025 from Marvel Comics





