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Ultimates 2 #2 (2016)

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by Comic Books Library August 05, 2025
Ultimates 2 #2 (2016)


Ultimates 2 #2 (2016) – Comic Book Review & Breakdown

📚 Genre

Science Fiction, Superhero, Cosmic Horror

Blending high-concept science fiction with superhero action, Ultimates 2 #2 leans heavily into cosmic horror and metaphysical themes, offering readers a mind-bending, reality-altering tale grounded in the Marvel Universe.

đŸ‘„ Main Characters

  • Blue Marvel (Adam Brashear) – A physicist and powerhouse hero balancing logic and justice.

  • Captain Marvel (Carol Danvers) – Earth’s protector, bringing military strategy and strength to the team.

  • Black Panther (T’Challa) – King of Wakanda and the team's political mind and strategist.

  • Spectrum (Monica Rambeau) – A living energy form who sees the electromagnetic spectrum like no other.

  • America Chavez – Multiverse traveler with dimensional-punching powers.

  • Galactus (The Lifebringer) – Reimagined not as a devourer but as a cosmic creator, evolved from his former destructive form.

✍️ Writer

Al Ewing
Al Ewing delivers cerebral and mythic storytelling, weaving layers of philosophical musings with superhero spectacle.

🎹 Artist

Travel Foreman
Foreman's artwork matches the surreal nature of the plot. His intricate linework and abstract visuals amplify the cosmic eeriness of the issue.

📝 Editor Details

  • Editor: Wil Moss

  • Assistant Editor: Sarah Brunstad

Their editorial direction ensures the complexity of the plot remains coherent and emotionally grounded amid grand cosmic scale.

🏱 Publisher and Brand

  • Publisher: Marvel Comics

  • Brand: Marvel NOW! (2016 Initiative)

Part of the "Marvel NOW!" relaunch, this series pushed the boundaries of conventional superhero storytelling.

📅 Release Year

2016

📖 Brief Plot Summary

In the cold reaches of deep space and even deeper winter, the Ultimates confront a reality-shaking mystery: a ghost that haunts the very fabric of existence. This "Shaper’s Ghost" arrives at Taa II—the abode of Galactus—and its presence threatens to unravel the newly reforged cosmic order. As the Ultimates investigate, the boundaries between life, death, and time blur, setting the stage for an arc filled with unsettling revelations and metaphysical stakes.

🌌 Notable Arcs or Storylines

  • The Shaper’s Ghost Arc – A story that dives into the haunting consequences of meddling with cosmic balance, beginning with this issue.

  • The Lifebringer Saga – Galactus' transformation from devourer to creator introduces philosophical questions about redemption, purpose, and evolution.

💭 Fan Theories or Interpretations

Some readers speculate that the Shaper’s Ghost represents a remnant of the pre-Secret Wars multiverse, possibly linked to The Beyonders or the One-Above-All. Others interpret the ghost as a metaphorical backlash against Galactus' transformation, a cosmic force attempting to “correct” what it sees as an unnatural state of being.

🌟 Review Summary

Ultimates 2 #2 is an ambitious, thought-provoking issue that blends eerie atmosphere with superhero gravitas. Al Ewing's writing is poetic and intellectually engaging, filled with cosmic jargon that challenges the reader while rewarding deep thought. Travel Foreman’s art evokes a haunting, almost dreamlike tone—perfect for a story about a ghost that haunts reality itself. The character dynamics are sharp, and the moral questions linger long after the last panel.

⭐ Verdict: A must-read for fans of cosmic Marvel, philosophical storytelling, and unconventional superhero narratives.

Rating: ★★★★½☆ (4.5/5)


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Ultimates 2 #2 (2016)
Language : English