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Steel Spider (Osnick)
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Creation & Design

Steel Spider was created during the 1990s as part of the Spider-Man franchise, reflecting the era's interest in cloning and alternate identities.

Early Years

Osnick was introduced as a clone of Spider-Man, embodying the complexities of identity and legacy within the Spider-Man mythos.

Character Development

Over time, Osnick's character has evolved to explore the themes of what it means to be a hero, especially as a clone of a beloved character like Spider-Man.

Cultural Reception

Steel Spider has received mixed reviews, with some fans appreciating the complexity of clone characters while others criticize the overuse of cloning in the Spider-Man narrative.

Character Details

Real Name:
Osnick
First Appearance:
Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #72
Aliases:
Steel Spider
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Spider-Man, The Clone Saga
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Wall-crawling, Web-slinging
Equipment:
Spider suit, Web-shooters
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #72
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #72
 
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1st appearance of Ollie Osnick as Doctor Octopus, later becomes Spider-Kid and Steel Spider

Amazing Spider-Man #263
Marvel ⋅ 1985
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Amazing Spider-Man #263
 
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1st appearance of Normie Osborn, grandson of Norman Osborn who later becomes Goblin Childe and eventually an ally of Venom, Dylan Brock

Spider-Man Unlimited #5
Marvel ⋅ 1994
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Spider-Man Unlimited #5
 
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1st appearance of Ollie Osnick as the Steel Spider

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