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Creation & Design

The Slingers were created as a group of heroes inspired by Spider-Man, each taking on a different aspect of his persona.

Early Years

The Slingers debuted in the late 1990s, focusing on a younger generation of heroes who were influenced by Spider-Man's legacy.

Character Development

Over the years, the Slingers have evolved from a group of young heroes into more complex characters, each facing their own personal struggles while trying to uphold the ideals of heroism.

Cultural Reception

The Slingers received a mixed reception, with some fans appreciating the fresh take on the Spider-Man legacy while others felt it lacked the depth of the original characters.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #257
Aliases:
Prodigy, Slinger
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Slingers, Spider-Man
Abilities:
Enhanced agility, Superhuman reflexes, Acrobatics
Equipment:
Web-shooters, Costume
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #257
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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Debut of Spider-Man's Prodigy costume and identity

Peter assumed the role of four different aliases while evading capture for a false murder charge

After Parker retired the four identities, a group of teenage superheroes each assumed one and collectively became known as The Slingers

Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #257
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 1998
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Variant cover art featuring Peter Parker as Prodigy

Interior story is Spectacular Spider-Man #257

Slingers Wizard Edition #0
Wizard ⋅ 1998
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Slingers Wizard Edition #0
 
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1st team appearance of the Slingers: Dusk, Ricochet, Hornet, Prodigy

A team of heroes assembled by the Black Marvel and given superhero identities formerly used by Spider-Man

[January 2021 - a Dusk film is being rumored as unlikely as that sounds]

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