The Kingspan Stadium faithful have been treated to a couple of impressive inter-provincial victories in recent weeks, but now the show goes on the road to the intimidating Parc des Sports Marcel Michelin.
Dan McFarland's side put a combined 73 points on Connacht and Munster to claim festive bragging rights, and while they may be well placed in the Pro 14, things are looking every bit as positive in Europe.
Four wins from four in Pool 3 of the Champions Cup is the perfect foundation, but arguably the most difficult assignment of the season awaits on Saturday.
Clermont, who could well go against the French grain and prioritise Europe given their indifferent Top 14 form, will look to avenge their Belfast defeat in November.
Given that Harlequins and Bath have nothing to play for, it is effectively a shoot-out for top spot.
"Some of their threats are incredible, with lethal forwards and backs," says Nick Timoney.
Timoney played the full 80 minutes against Munster, but his only taste of European action was against the French club back in November.
The 24-year-old, who swapped the Leinster for Ulster Academy in 2015, is itching to be involved against the French powerhouse and direct opponents that could include Alexandre Lapandry, Arthur Iturria, Peceli Yato or Fritz Lee.
"Their backrow is world-class. It [Stade Marcel Michelin] looks like one of the best places in Europe to play. I’m excited to go see what it’s like. Our record against French teams in Europe recently has been pretty good, but that’s irrelevant for Saturday."
Dan Soper, Ulster's skills coach, says the task at hand is a big one, especially in light of Clermont’s previous two home ties in the group - plundered Bath and Harlequins for a combined 105 points in two comprehensive bonus-point victories.
"We know how Bath and Harlequins got on when they went to Clermont, but we know there is a wonderful prize on offer if we can perform really well."
He also believes the feel-good factor around the squad in light of the upturn of results this season is having an impact on the team.
"It has been spoken about a lot within the squad, the stadium being full the last two weekends and how much the players have enjoyed playing in front of a full stadium and they have performed.
"They are aware of it, it’s hard not to be and are getting a lot of praise in many quarters. The support is fabulous, but what keeps driving these guys on is their self-motivation and getting better as a squad."
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