Ultimate Spider-Man’s BIGGEST Twist EVER!

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Among all titles in the Ultimate series, none surpasses the acclaim and quality of Ultimate Spider-Man. While The Ultimates, Ultimate Wolverine, and Ultimate Black Panther are widely admired, they fall short compared to the buzz surrounding Ultimate Spider-Man. In particular, issue #16 of Ultimate Spider-Man stands out as a near-perfect comic, unveiling crucial storylines for the series. This issue delves into the tale of Ultimate Gwen Stacy and exposes the truth about Mysterio. This comic is a game-changer, offering a fresh perspective that challenges everything readers previously understood about the book. Nearly every page in Ultimate Spider-Man #16 features a pivotal moment, culminating in a shocking twist that undoes a key event from the series. The aftermath of this twist sets several characters on a new trajectory, one that could establish them as significant antagonists in the new Ultimate Universe, apart from the Maker or his council and their entourage.

Issue sixteen of “Ultimate Spider-Man” is nothing short of extraordinary, with writer Jonathan Hickman and artist Marco Checchetto delivering sheer genius throughout. This comic has always been known for its awe-inspiring moments, but issue sixteen surpasses all expectations. The alterations made in this issue will have profound impacts that will reverberate in the coming months.

Ultimate Spider-Man #16 Could be the Dawn of the Ultimate Universe’s Most Powerful Villains

To kick off, let’s discuss the first significant plot twist, as it sets the stage for the book’s climax. In the primary universe (616), George Stacy, Gwen’s father, was a police captain who met his demise at the hands of Doctor Octopus during a confrontation with Spider-Man. Contrastingly, in an alternate universe (6160), George Stacy is one of five Mysterios. Upon his passing, Gwen inherits his role. These Mysterios differ from those in the 616 universe; Quentin Beck, who becomes one of the Mysterios, is not the inventor or special effects maestro we know from the primary universe. Instead, these Mysterios seem to possess an amulet that grants them power, and each takes turns wielding it, becoming the world’s foremost Mysterio. The Mysterios appear to be working with the Kingpin on something beyond their Sinister Six membership, hinted at in Ultimate Spider-Man #8. Their mission seems to revolve around uncovering how the Maker altered the world, and they aim to make this revelation public. Gwen holds considerable influence in New York City, surpassing her position within OsCorp.

In this issue, we witness Gwen collaborating with the Mysterios, culminating in the story’s conclusion. One of the Mysterios informs her that they located Harry and Peter, who had mysteriously vanished. Eager to reunite with her husband, Gwen grabs the amulet and ventures into the Savage Land. There, she manages to locate Harry, setting up a ruse where Kraven and Peter believe Kraven was responsible for Harry’s demise. Peter flees, but Gwen determines that the best way to maintain the secret of Harry’s survival is by eliminating Kraven. Throughout most of the book, Gwen and Harry have been covertly opposing the Maker’s followers. With Harry now believed deceased and Gwen hidden as a Mysterio, they can now fully engage in the battle against the Maker and his Council, steering Ultimate Spider-Man towards uncharted territories.

Ultimate Spider-Man #16 Is the Definition of Shocking

Hickman and Checchetto are doing an exceptional job on “Ultimate Spider-Man,” making it an exciting time for superhero comic enthusiasts as numerous titles are currently at their best in years. Despite facing more competition in 2025 compared to most of 2024, “Ultimate Spider-Man” #16 demonstrates that the series continues to impress fans by taking them on unexpected journeys they never saw coming.

In the Ultimate Universe, Gwen and Harry are on the verge of becoming an exceptionally influential pair. Their influence stems from their ties with OsCorp and their costumed personas, and they’re on a quest to overthrow Kingpin’s followers and The Maker. Ultimate Spider-Man, which has been an engaging read since its inception, seems to be gearing up for even more thrilling events as we move forward.

Ultimate Spider-Man #16 is on sale now.

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2025-05-03 05:09