Spider-Man

Creation & Design

Spider-Man was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, first appearing in Amazing Fantasy #15 in 1962. The character was designed to be a relatable teenager dealing with everyday problems while also being a superhero.

Early Years

Peter Parker, a high school student, gains spider-like abilities after being bitten by a radioactive spider. He initially uses his powers for personal gain but learns the importance of responsibility after the death of his Uncle Ben.

Character Development

Over the years, Spider-Man has evolved from a teenage superhero to a more mature character dealing with complex issues such as loss, responsibility, and the balance between his personal life and superhero duties.

Cultural Reception

Spider-Man is one of the most popular and enduring superheroes, praised for his relatability and the depth of his character. He has received critical acclaim and has a massive fanbase.

Cultural Legacy

Spider-Man has become a cultural icon, inspiring countless adaptations across television, film, and video games. The character's slogan, 'With great power comes great responsibility,' has permeated popular culture. Spider-Man remains one of the best-selling superheroes of all time and continues to influence new generations of comic book writers and readers.

Character Details

Real Name:
Peter Parker
First Appearance:
Cable and Deadpool #24
Aliases:
Spidey, Web-Slinger, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, Fantastic Four, Spider-Verse
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Wall-crawling, Spider-sense, Genius-level intellect
Equipment:
Web-shooters, Spider-Tracers, Costume
Weight:
167lbs
Height:
6' 7"
Eye Color:
hazel
Hair Color:
brown
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First meeting of Spider-Man and Deadpool

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Debut of the Iron Spider Suit, engineered by Stark Industries

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Variant third printing cover art by Mike Wieringo

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"Civil War" part 2

Spider-Man reveals his identity to the world

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Return to the black Spider-Man costume

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1st appearance of Sasha Kravinoff, the mother of Ana and Vladimir aka Grim Hunter

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Spider-Man wears Daredevil suit

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2nd appearance of Anti-Venom

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Variant cover art featuring Stephen Colbert

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Second Printing, yellow background

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Variant cover with Obama on right/ Spider-man on left

Spider-Man meets Barack Obama

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Milestone issue #600

Marriage of Aunt May and J. Jonah Jameson Sr.

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Dynamic Forces edition, limited to 3,499 copies

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70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame

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'One Moment In Time' part one, aftermath of the 'One More Day' story arc where Peter and Mary Jane's marriage was removed from Marvel's mainstream continuity

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Variant cover art by Arthur Adams

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1st team appearance of the Future Foundation: Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Thing, Spider-Man

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Debut of Spider-Man Armor MK II, an upgrade to his previous bulletproof armor that allows for better mobility

Origin of Massacre

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Cover art inspired by Web of Spider-Man #32 (1987), Kraven's Last Hunt - Part 4

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First meeting of Peter Parker and Miles Morales, briefly

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Spider-Men #3

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Spider-Man 50th anniversary celebration cover

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Death of Peter Parker in Doc Ock's body

Doc Ock's consciousness becomes fully seated in Peter Parker's body

Doc Ock makes the choice to become 'Superior Spider-Man'

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featuring the names of past Spider-Man creators printed across the skyline

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1st appearance of Teresa Durand, the sister of Peter Parker

112-page hardcover original graphic novel

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1st cameo appearance of Cindy Moon, later becomes Silk

1st appearance of Clash

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Variant cover art by Alex Ross

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