"The end before the beginning. How will Spider-Man's loved ones react to his tragic death? What will become of Captain America? Where have all the X-Men gone? And what's up with the new Spider-Man suit?"--Provided by publisher.

Prepare yourself for the most shocking Spider-Man story you will ever read! Young Peter Parker has led a heroic life, and tried to live by the simple and powerful philosophy that with great power comes great responsibility - but will that philosophy be enough to save him from the horror that awaits him here? This is easily the most important story in ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN history - and maybe the most important story in the Ultimate Universe.

A team of intergalactic warriors that include Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, and Rocket Raccoon protect Earth from extra-terrestrial threats, including an invasion by the Badoon that threatens London.