Ultimate X-Men: Fix The World Year One

Meet the young mutants of the Ultimate Universe, as envisaged by Peach Momoko!

Hisako Ichiki is a teenage girl who just wants to live a normal life — go to school, hang out with her friends and ignore the political strife boiling over after the events of ULTIMATE INVASION. But life has other plans for her. In Hi No Kuni, urban legends have sprung to life — and brought some unusual new powers with them. Meet Armor, Maystorm and a new group of X-Men — the likes of which you’ve never seen before! They sure need some guidance — and fortunately, the mysterious Kanon is an older student with a surprising amount of expertise! But bigger questions remain: What exactly are mutants? Where do they come from? And how has the Maker’s Council been keeping them under control? Meanwhile, the Shadow King advances his sinister plots!

COLLECTING: Ultimate X-Men (2024) #1-12, Ultimate Universe (2023) #1 (X-Men teaser)

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs