Following the devastating events of Avengers: Secret Wars Part l (2027) world is fractured. Victor Von Doom has returned to Latveria stronger than ever, using a combination of advanced technology and forbidden magic to transform his nation into the most powerful country on Earth. While many governments see him as a tyrant, millions of people view him as the only leader capable of bringing order to a chaotic world. This reflects Doom's long-running comic-book role as both dictator and brilliant protector of Latveria.
The Fantastic Four travel to Latveria after Reed Richards uncovers evidence that Doom is secretly building the Doom Engine, a machine capable of drawing energy from every universe in the Multiverse. Doom claims the engine isn't meant to destroy reality—but to prevent an even greater cosmic collapse.