Even in theMarvelmultiverse, we’re used to certain things remaining constant.
But a new Marvel comic demonstrates how this cinematic change-up could work.
But instead of imagining Marvel heroes having their origins just start later, this universe has scrambled everything around.

Robert Downey Jr. at Comic-Con; ‘The Ultimates’ #4.Jesse Grant/Getty; Marvel
The Ultimates#4 dives deeper into the Fantastic Four’s nonexistence in this world.
Because their rocket launch was delayed, they never got their superpowers.
That left him at the mercy of the Maker, who rules this universe.
As a sadistic form of revenge on the Mr. Want more movie news?
If Reed Richards can be Doctor Doom, then so can Tony Stark.
So it’s possible for you to betKevin Feigeand his team are reading these comics and taking notes.
It doesn’t have to be a one-to-one adaptation.
Even a small change can have a big impact.
The Ultimates#4 is a depressing read, in the best way.
But it also, paradoxically, proves what makes the Fantastic Four so special.
Couldn’t both use a little more family fun?
Let’s get back to the right reality.