Ep 2. The Ultimates
- TV-Y7
- March 20, 2016
- 22 min
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7.4 (125)
The Ultimates are a team of superheroes assembled by S.H.I.E.L.D. to combat threats that go beyond the capabilities of individual heroes. In this episode, the Avengers meet the Ultimates and tensions immediately arise between the two teams. While the Avengers prefer to operate on their own, the Ultimates are used to working as a cohesive unit with predetermined roles for each member.
The episode opens with the Avengers investigating a rumored Hydra base in the Arctic. However, they quickly realize that they are outmatched when they encounter a group of Hydra soldiers in advanced robotic suits. Just as things are looking grim, the Ultimates arrive on the scene and effortlessly take down the Hydra soldiers.
The Avengers are initially impressed by the Ultimates' abilities, but their admiration quickly turns to annoyance when the Ultimates insist on taking charge of the mission. Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America, in particular takes issue with the Ultimates' bossy attitude and their refusal to even consider the Avengers' suggestions.
As the two teams work together to take down Hydra, tensions continue to rise between them. The Ultimates are critical of the Avengers, claiming that their lack of coordination and strategy is what caused them to get into trouble in the first place. The Avengers, meanwhile, are frustrated by what they see as the Ultimates' arrogance and reluctance to even consider their input.
Despite these obstacles, the two teams are able to successfully complete the mission and take down the Hydra base. However, the lingering tension between them makes it clear that this won't be the last time they clash.
Overall, The Ultimates is an action-packed episode that explores the dynamics between two teams of superheroes with vastly different approaches to fighting evil. While the Avengers are used to working independently, the Ultimates are all about coordination and strategy. Though there are certainly some clashes between the two teams, viewers can look forward to seeing them find common ground in future episodes.