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This thread's for the Spider-Man comics and spin-offs, whether they're decades old or brand new.

  • Apart from the main Marvel Universe titles, Ultimate Spider-Man, Spider-Man "What If?" stories, crossovers, guest appearances in other books, Alternate Universe tales and things like Marvel's manga adaptations are all on-topic here.
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  • Characters and comics that originated in Spider-Man but are no longer directly connected to the spider-franchise (e.g. Punisher, Silver Sable) are not on-topic, unless you're discussing historical connections and crossovers. If in doubt, check before you write a long post. If this isn't the right place, there's a more general Marvel Comics thread which covers them.

Technically, Marvel's Infinity Comics (and their predecessors, Infinite Comics) are webcomics, not comic books, but it's fine to talk about their Spider-Man stories here.

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Since everyone likes talking about him. I know little about him(Ironically,I got nearly all I know about him from a Batman thread),but he's apparently important so I made this thread. Enjoy.

Edited by MacronNotes on Jul 10th 2023 at 10:58:13 AM

CharlesPhipps Since: Jan, 2001
#30301: Aug 29th 2023 at 8:49:10 AM

No Avi Arad was the movie producer that put Venom in Spider-Man 3 because of the Symbiote popularity and the reason Raimi never did Spider-Man 4.

I actually am 100% behind Avi here.

The Sandman plot was the least interesting of the movie and Sam really liked it. It also barely made sense with the costume and wouldn't have many any sense with it. The Harry plotline wasn't any better.

Venom was done dirty by the movie but he's the best part of the film.

Author of The Rules of Supervillainy, Cthulhu Armageddon, and United States of Monsters.
miraculous Goku Black (Apprentice)
Goku Black
#30302: Aug 29th 2023 at 8:53:24 AM

It's kind of a shame. As the idea of a character falling into darkness over a film is nice. But it's sadly rushed

Like Eddie in the film is aldo someone whose already an amoral asshole so of course the synbiote means he now gets the opportunity to be an actual monster as that evil now comes to the surface (tbf his film version being a sociopath is closer to carnage than Venom)

"That's right mortal. By channeling my divine rage into power, I have forged a new instrument in which to destroy you."
Mrph1 he/him from Mercia (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: This is not my beautiful wife!
he/him
#30303: Aug 29th 2023 at 1:12:29 PM

More changes over in the Infinity Comics line -

The weekly Edge of Venomverse Unlimited webcomic (which replaced Spider-Verse Unlimited) ends today (last issue of a four-part grand finale narrated by Earth-11964's Kraven, revealing how the Sinister Six became the Symbiote Six).

From next week we get a new Spider-Man Unlimited webcomic instead.

I wonder how it'll interact with the Wells run, if at all?

Zarius Since: Nov, 2012
#30304: Aug 30th 2023 at 12:41:24 AM

Over on CBR's forums yesterday, Dan Slott chimed in with a three step plan to encourage Marvel readership to petition for the return of the marriage in 616.

The steps were

1. Less open hostility towards Marvel staff or fans of the books' current direction.

2. Begin a letter writing campaign requesting the revivals of either Spider-Girl, Renew Your Vows, or the incredibly obscure 'Mr and Mrs Spider-Man'

3. If/When we get that, the readership must vote with their wallets and make that book more successful on a consistent basis than the main Amazing Spider-Man title to convince Marvel to make widespread changes to it

windleopard from Nigeria Since: Nov, 2014 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
RedHunter543 Crimson Paladin Since: Jul, 2016 Relationship Status: Barbecuing
Crimson Paladin
#30306: Aug 30th 2023 at 2:25:56 AM

Yeah Dan Slott has his shitty moments but he’s overall a reasonable guy.

"The Black Rage makes us strong, because we must resist its temptations every day of our lives or be forever damned!"
FKJ10 Since: Mar, 2012
#30307: Aug 30th 2023 at 3:45:34 AM

The current spider-man direction has fans?

In all seriousness these are reasonable demands.

I just doubt they'd write Spidergirl in a satisfying way.

Revivals rarely ever work.

Nofix from Over there Since: Jan, 2015
#30308: Aug 30th 2023 at 3:47:08 AM

Slott is basically the comic book writer's version of the Shock Jock, isn't it? Loud, abrasive, and in your face, both in his comics and on twitter, but ultimately serving as a persona that wants to get your attention and thus your dollars.

RedHunter543 Crimson Paladin Since: Jul, 2016 Relationship Status: Barbecuing
Crimson Paladin
#30309: Aug 30th 2023 at 3:50:30 AM

Yeah like he said a lot of provocative stuff back when Superior was starting up, shit like mocking fans for being uncomfortable with a cover of Ock forcefully kissing MJ(Though the comic does have Ock put distance and not force himself on her.) saying how Doc Ock is actually a morally superior hero to Peter after erasing him, and how the run was supposed to give Doc Ock an iconic bad guy moment to surpass Norman Osborn.

When the run ends with Norman Osborn successfully outsmarting Doc Ock with shit like hacking his tech and basically being Eviler than Thou.

"The Black Rage makes us strong, because we must resist its temptations every day of our lives or be forever damned!"
Nofix from Over there Since: Jan, 2015
#30310: Aug 30th 2023 at 4:11:58 AM

There's something deeply ironic about him of all people lecturing others about being nicer on social media.

Like, you're not wrong, but maybe take your own advice dude?

windleopard from Nigeria Since: Nov, 2014 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
#30311: Aug 30th 2023 at 4:29:18 AM

[up]Slott isn't perfect but how much of his trolling is just him reacting to people being nasty to him first?

Saiga Since: Feb, 2011 Relationship Status: Getting away with murder
#30312: Aug 30th 2023 at 4:30:48 AM

Doesn't really matter frankly, two wrongs don't make a right

FKJ10 Since: Mar, 2012
#30313: Aug 30th 2023 at 5:25:29 AM

You can always just turn off the screen and go about your day. Twitter isn't a real place.

Zarius Since: Nov, 2012
#30314: Aug 30th 2023 at 5:43:56 AM

Marvel Age#1000 (Ryan Stegman's Spider-Man story)

A quick and decent short where Peter fights The Lizard while taking text messages and phone calls from MJ reminding him he's late for sunday dinner with her, Aunt May, Jonah, Robbie, Randy and...Marla! The story is either a flashback or takes place in neutral continuity. Jameson tells Robbie they'll sell lots of papers about the Lizard tomorrow so that means Jonah still works for the Bugle here. Peter is only five minutes late to the party and MJ gives him her old phone as she upgraded. Everyone forgives Peter for being late and he calls them the best supporting cast a man can have

HandsomeRob Leader of the Holey Brotherhood from The land of broken records Since: Jan, 2015
Leader of the Holey Brotherhood
#30316: Aug 31st 2023 at 10:46:00 AM

I’ll say.

Poor bastard has been recovering from Pancreatic Cancer.

He’s healthy but there have still been complications that he’s had to deal wish.

Good luck Gerry. Stay well.

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Zarius Since: Nov, 2012
#30317: Aug 31st 2023 at 11:09:15 AM

Amazing Spider-Man#33 preview

Hmm, so Peter just figures 'hey, black suit' for some random reason

Edited by Zarius on Aug 31st 2023 at 11:21:27 AM

TargetmasterJoe from Velocitron Since: May, 2013 Relationship Status: I like big bots and I can not lie
#30318: Aug 31st 2023 at 12:06:35 PM

[up] This whole Zeb Wells run has been a perpetual migraine, but Kraven's thought boxes aren't terrible? I'm guessing the black ones are his insecurities and he's arguing with himself that he ran like a wuss?

And why do I get the distinct feeling that Spidey in the Black Suit is a distraction from a reveal that his face got more Goblin-y?

RedHunter543 Crimson Paladin Since: Jul, 2016 Relationship Status: Barbecuing
Crimson Paladin
#30319: Aug 31st 2023 at 12:08:50 PM

Can’t wait for iconic good guy character Norman Osborn to throw this Spider-Man off a bridge.

"The Black Rage makes us strong, because we must resist its temptations every day of our lives or be forever damned!"
Mrph1 he/him from Mercia (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: This is not my beautiful wife!
he/him
#30321: Sep 5th 2023 at 12:24:48 AM

The Spider-Man Unlimited Infinity Comic launches today, replacing the Venom series.

...and we get a crossover between Earth-616 and the PlayStation Spider-Man continuity. Plus a take on the Spot that seems to be inspired by the Spider-Verse films.

Marvel has a piece about it here, talking to writer Christos Gage.

miraculous Goku Black (Apprentice)
Goku Black
#30322: Sep 5th 2023 at 12:26:52 AM

Well that's not too surprising. I think like how batman the animated series ensured Mr freeze would be a definitive and iconic rogue. The same would be true of spiderverse for Spot.

"That's right mortal. By channeling my divine rage into power, I have forged a new instrument in which to destroy you."
Zarius Since: Nov, 2012
#30323: Sep 5th 2023 at 2:38:42 AM

[up][up] I love that Gage is actually going to address the dynamics of both Peters, one having his Aunt alive and well, while the other still has his relationship with Mary Jane. I just wish the whole story wasn't relegated to a digital service and was on the actual stands.

knightstorm Since: Feb, 2022
#30324: Sep 5th 2023 at 11:42:41 AM

Beat that devil dealing loser,Playstation Spidey![lol]

Edited by knightstorm on Sep 5th 2023 at 11:56:21 AM

lalalei2001 Since: Oct, 2009
#30325: Sep 5th 2023 at 12:46:52 PM

I really hope he told him how scary Monster-Ock was.

The Protomen enhanced my life.

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