Marvel’s New Star-Lord: Is He Peter Quill’s Long-Lost Son?

Marvel’s Ultimate Universe has unveiled a strikingly revamped Guardians of the Galaxy, presenting fans with a fresh take unlike any seen before. There’s a tantalizing theory that suggests the latest incarnation of Star-Lord may actually be a descendant of Peter Quill. This speculation has me eagerly anticipating what more this novel version of the character will reveal.

The Ultimates #8, the Ultimate version of Star Lord is introduced

While the connection might simply be a clever nod to the lore, I would be ecstatic if the creative team behind The Ultimates fully embraced this link, potentially tying it back to earlier stories in the Guardians saga.

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The Ultimates #8, the far future version of the Guardians of the Galaxy arrive on Earth

As an avid reader of Marvel’s Ultimate comics, I appreciate the bold and imaginative directions these stories take. In an industry characterized by reboots and iterations, Ultimate Marvel stands out by uniquely remixing established lore, providing fresh perspectives on its beloved characters. This notion is particularly evident in The Ultimates #8, which features a remarkable reimagining of Star-Lord and his fellow Guardians.

Serving as the cornerstone of Marvel’s rebooted Ultimate line, The Ultimates introduces readers to an alternate history of the Marvel Universe. The plot revolves around the Maker, a villainous version of Reed Richards who has disrupted the natural development of superheroes in a timeline fraught with complications. This interference has resulted in uniquely varied interpretations of classic heroes and villains.

Initially, I perceived this new Star-Lord as having the least connection to the original character. However, after spotting the “Lord of the Twelve Houses”reference, I began to realize that Ultimate Star-Lord might actually be more closely related to Marvel’s established canon—particularly if he proves to be linked to Peter Quill’s often-overlooked son from Al Ewing’s earlier Guardians run. The possibility of this connection is exhilarating.

Crucially, such a link could exist without necessitating any cross-dimensional adventures. The Guardians depicted in Ultimates #8 are the last embodiments from a future timeline that was altered when the Maker, or “Unmaker” as they call him, intervened to modify the fates of many heroes. As a result, Peter Quill’s son—or potentially his heir—could have existed in the original timeline, possibly holding the title of Star-Lord.

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Meet “Rocky”from Al Ewing’s 2020-2021 Guardians of the Galaxy Narrative

Personally, I am rooting for The Ultimates to solidify a concrete link between the 61st-century Star-Lord and Peter Quill’s son “Rocky.”Yes, Quill named his son in honor of Rocket Raccoon. The storyline could depict this new Star-Lord as a direct descendant or even as Rocky himself, thanks to the time-travel elements and resurrection possibilities that are prevalent in the Marvel Universe.

With The Ultimates #8, writer Deniz Camp not only pays homage to predecessors like Al Ewing and Jonathan Hickman; he also demonstrates his capacity for grand storytelling that spans vast narrative landscapes.

As I’ve previously mentioned, my favorite stories from Marvel often embrace the grand, cosmic scale—similar to the works of Al Ewing and Jonathan Hickman, who redefined the Ultimate Universe and are now revitalizing the Spider-Man lore in Ultimate Spider-Man. Through The Ultimates #8, Camp has proven he can stand alongside these titans of storytelling.

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The Ultimates #8 – Main Cover by Dike Ruan & Meeraj Menon; Variants by InHyuk Lee & Sara Pichelli Also Available

The Ultimates #8 cover, featuring the new futuristic Guardians of the Galaxy

The Ultimates #8 stands out as an exceptional single issue, cementing its place as the best of the series to date. While I found the previous issue somewhat disappointing due to its regression from the impactful events of Ultimates #6, this installment has restored my confidence in Deniz Camp’s narrative trajectory in the Ultimate Universe.

The Ultimates #8 is currently available through Marvel Comics.

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