Ultimates 3 #1, NM- Marvel Comics, 2008

The Ultimates 3 #1, written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Joe Madureira and Christian Lightner, launches a new chapter in the Ultimate Marvel universe. The cover depicts intense action featuring what appear to be superhuman characters in dynamic, confrontational poses, with a menacing red-tinted character in the background. The imagery suggests a dark and dramatic storyline involving superhero conflict, with dramatic lightning effects and muscular, aggressive character designs typical of the Ultimate Marvel style.