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Creation & Design

Spider-Boy was created as a clone of Peter Parker, designed to explore the themes of identity and legacy within the Spider-Man mythos.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a clone of Spider-Man, Ben Reilly struggled with his identity and purpose, eventually taking on the mantle of Scarlet Spider.

Character Development

Over the years, Spider-Boy has evolved from a mere clone to a fully realized character with his own identity, struggles, and heroic journey.

Cultural Reception

Spider-Boy has received mixed reviews, with some fans embracing his character while others criticize the concept of cloning in the Spider-Man universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ben Reilly
First Appearance:
DC Versus Marvel Comics #3
Aliases:
Scarlet Spider, Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Spider-Man, The Avengers, The New Warriors
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Wall-crawling, Spider-sense, Web-shooting
Equipment:
Web-shooters, Spider suit
Weight:
165lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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DC Versus Marvel Comics #3
DC/Marvel ⋅ 1996
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DC Versus Marvel Comics #3
 
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Key Facts

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Storm vs Wonder Woman

Elektra vs Catwoman

Spider-Man vs Superboy

Batman vs Captain America

1st cameo appearance of Darkclaw, a Wolverine/Batman mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Doctor Doomsday, a Doctor Doom/Doomsday mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Super Soldier, a Captain America/Superman mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Doctor Strangefate, a Doctor Strange/Doctor Fate mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Spider-Boy, a Spider-Man/Superboy mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Lethal, a Kraven/Cheetah mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Deadeye, a Bullseye/Deadshot mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Nightcreeper, a Nightcrawler/Creeper mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Amazon, a Wonder Woman/Storm mash-up

1st cameo appearance of Wraith, a Gambit/Obsidian mash-up

Spider-Boy #1
Amalgam ⋅ 1996
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Spider-Boy #1
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Spider-Boy, a combination of Ben Reilly and Superboy

1st appearance of Bizarnage, a character that combines Bizarro and Carnage

1st appearance of King Lizard, King Shark merged with Lizard

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