A catastrophic space mission unleashes an insatiable hunger upon a parallel Marvel Universe, transforming its heroes into flesh-devouring monsters. The first voyage into the unknown returns its crew irrevocably altered, driven by a primal need for human flesh. This series explores the terrifying birth of a universe where familiar heroes become harbingers of doom, pitting the few remaining uninfected champions against their monstrous former allies in a desperate fight for survival.

The premise of Marvel Zombies: Red Band sets up a grim and action-packed narrative, likely appealing to fans of horror and superhero mashups. The focus on the 'birth of a Marvel Universe parallel to our own but chock-full of horror' suggests a deep dive into the origins of this zombie apocalypse within the Marvel continuity. The description promises a high level of gore and a re-imagining of beloved characters in terrifying new roles. This series is positioned to explore the extreme consequences of a superhero universe succumbing to a zombie outbreak, offering a dark twist on familiar tropes.