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Maker, The
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Creation & Design

The Maker was created as an alternate version of Reed Richards from the Ultimate Universe, showcasing a darker and more morally ambiguous side of the character.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a hero in the Ultimate Universe, The Maker's character evolved into a villain as he sought to reshape reality according to his vision.

Character Development

Over time, The Maker has transitioned from a hero to a villain, reflecting the complexities of his character and the moral dilemmas he faces in his pursuit of knowledge and power.

Cultural Reception

The Maker has received a mixed reception, with some fans appreciating the depth of his character while others criticize his villainous turn.

Character Details

Real Name:
Reed Richards
First Appearance:
Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #4
Aliases:
The Maker, Ultimate Reed Richards
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Ultimate Fantastic Four, The Cabal
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Elasticity, Telepathy, Advanced technology manipulation
Equipment:
Ultimate Nullifier, Various scientific gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #4
Marvel ⋅ 2001
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Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #4
 
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1st cameo appearance of Reed Richards in the Ultimate Universe but this version should not be considered an official introduction of the Earth-1610 version of Mr. Fantastic which occurs in Ultimate Fantastic Four #1

Ultimate Fantastic Four #1
Marvel ⋅ 2004
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Ultimate Fantastic Four #1
 
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1st team appearance and origin of the Ultimate Fantastic Four: Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, Ben Grimm

First introduced in in Marvel Team-Up #9, a Fantastic Four team made multiple unofficial appearances in the Ultimate Universe (Earth-1610) but it wasn't until this issue that an official continuity began

There is also a lengthy non-continuity sequence involving the Fantastic Four included in Ultimate Spider-Man Special (July 2002)

Ultimate Fantastic Four #21
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2005
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Ultimate Fantastic Four #21
 
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Variant cover art by Greg Land

Ultimate Doom #4
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Ultimate Doom #4
 
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Ultimate Reed Richards' face is disfigured by Johnny Storm which becomes a physical differentiation of the Maker separating him from the mainstream Marvel Universe version of Mr. Fantastic

Ultimate Fallout #4
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Ultimate Fallout #4
 
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1st appearance of Miles Morales, Spider-Man from an alternate reality

Distributed in a polybag

[May 2023 - Sony Spider-Verse producer Amy Pascal tells Variety a live-action Miles Morales movie is in the works]

Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #2
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #2
 
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First reference to Reed Richards as The Maker

Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #9
Marvel ⋅ 2012
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Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #9
 
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1st cover appearance of Reed Richards as the Maker, in costume

Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #25
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2013
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Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #25
 
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Variant cover art by Greg Land

Venom #10
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Venom #10
 
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Variant second printing cover from interior art

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