MCU- CH-337. Prelude to Crisis on Infinite Earths

Although the appearance of Luke has caused some changes in the world, certain destined events are still unfolding quietly.

The antimatter universe is an extremely special existence. Compared to the ordinary universe, which has a diameter of only 90 billion light-years, the antimatter universe spans a staggering 32 trillion light-years, making it a behemoth in the multiverse.

Unlike the positive matter that makes up the multiverse, the antimatter universe is its complete opposite, representing the antithesis of all worlds.

The ruler of the antimatter universe is the infamous Anti-Monitor—Mobius, the creator of the Mobius Chair.

"Anti-Life Equation. I have clearly sensed that its complete form exists on the planet Kovad below me. Why can't I fully manifest it? What condition is it lacking?"

Mobius discovered the existence of the Anti-Life Equation long ago, which led him to create the Mobius Chair to help him locate this power.

Finally, he determined that the force, which had only existed in theory, was located on Kovad, the central planet of the antimatter universe.

It was here that he came into contact with the Anti-Life Equation, and this encounter transformed him into the Anti-Monitor.

However, for a long time, he had always felt that the Anti-Life Equation he touched was incomplete.

To this end, he tried countless methods to fully draw out this power, but all attempts failed.

"Does it require more material sacrifices? Then I will turn the entire multiverse into nutrients!"

A fierce look flashed in the Anti-Monitor's eyes as he turned his gaze toward the endless multiverse.

He is now bound to the antimatter universe. As long as the antimatter universe expands, his strength will grow.

Thus, the invasion of the positive matter universe is inevitable. In just a moment, the Anti-Monitor had already selected his first target.

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On Earth-3, a world ruled by villains, the Crime Syndicate stands at the top of the hierarchy.

This criminal organization is composed of nine super-criminals: Ultraman, Tyrant, Superwoman, Power Ring, Deathstorm, Johnny Quick, Atomica, Grid, and Sea King.

The leader of the Crime Syndicate, Ultraman, is the evil counterpart of the Superman from the main universe. Unlike the kind and orderly Superman of the main universe, this Ultraman represents chaotic evil. Kryptonite is no longer his weakness but, instead, the source of his power.

In contrast, the yellow sun, which empowers Kryptonians, is deadly to him.

The other members of the Crime Syndicate are also twisted versions of heroes from the main universe, all embodying reversed morality.

As Ultraman crushed a piece of green Kryptonite in his palm, vaporized it with his heat vision, and greedily inhaled the gas, a look of ecstasy spread across his face.

"That's the feeling. I feel so powerful!"

As the Kryptonite gas filled his lungs, the aura around Ultraman grew stronger.

"Ultraman, I have some unfortunate news. This is the last piece of natural Kryptonite. From now on, you'll have to rely on synthetic Kryptonite produced by Grid."

Beside him, his wife, Superwoman, dressed in a revealing black leather outfit, reminded him with a sly smile.

Her words were not out of kindness but rather to test Ultraman's attitude toward synthetic Kryptonite.

After all, for Superwoman, the man she depended on had to be the strongest in the world.

She would only bear children with the most powerful man. Currently, Ultraman was the undisputed strongest villain, so she chose to stay by his side—though she was secretly involved with Owlman.

"It's consumed so quickly. Synthetic Kryptonite is less effective, and I don't like its taste. But it doesn't matter much!"

"Because my eyes have seen another world—a world filled with endless Kryptonite."

After absorbing enough Kryptonite, Ultraman's super-vision pierced through the universe, revealing a parallel world.

"We must conquer that world for the sake of our future children."

Hearing this, Superwoman's eyes lit up.

As she spoke, she gently stroked her slightly bulging belly, where a new life was growing.

Seeing this, Ultraman's usually violent expression softened slightly.

Though a villain, Ultraman valued having his own offspring, especially with Superwoman, a woman who could match him.

"It's time to let the evil spread!"

Ultraman stood up abruptly, the inverted U-shaped logo on his chest seeming to drip with blood.

He was ready to invade the parallel world to secure more natural Kryptonite and build a perfect paradise for his children.

However, what Ultraman didn't know was that Superwoman was indeed pregnant—but the child was not his.

The child was the offspring of his former ally and current rival, Lex Luthor, the superhero Zansha of Earth-3.

Zansha possessed abilities similar to Shazam. By shouting "Zansha," he could gain immense power and even absorb the abilities of those he killed.

"Johnny, Grid, get ready to work!"

Once Ultraman made a decision, he acted without hesitation. He ordered Grid to find a way to travel to parallel worlds, with Johnny
serving as the best pathfinder.

But just as Ultraman successfully found a way to traverse parallel worlds, before his ambitions could take flight, the Anti-Monitor arrived.

A terrifying aura descended from the sky.

"It's true. The more lives destroyed, the faster the Anti-Life Equation will fully manifest."

As soon as the Anti-Monitor arrived, his overwhelming power drew the attention of every super-villain and superhero on Earth-3.

"Zansha!"

Since the Anti-Monitor landed near Lex Tower, Zansha was the first to confront him. Without hesitation, Lex Luthor shouted the name, transforming into Zansha.

"Excuse me, who are you?"

Zansha suppressed the fear in his heart, trying to keep his voice steady.

The pressure emanating from the Anti-Monitor was far greater than anything he had felt from Ultraman. Just looking at him made Zansha's soul tremble.

"Insect."

The Anti-Monitor didn't even glance at him. With a casual wave of his hand, Zansha's body exploded.

"Zansha is dead!"

Superwoman stared in disbelief. Zansha, who had once rivaled Ultraman, had been killed so effortlessly.

"Retreat!"

Ultraman's face turned grim. Without hesitation, he flew back to the Crime Syndicate headquarters, where Grid had prepared an escape device.

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