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
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:
5' 7"
Eye Color:
hazel
Hair Color:
brown
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Variant cover art by Julian Totino Tedesco
Variant cover art by Adam Kubert
Variant cover art by Larry Lieber
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #238 (1983)
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #238 (1983)
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #238 (1983)
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #238 (1983)
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #300
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #300
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Dave Rapoza
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
Variant cover art by Dustin Weaver
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Variant virgin cover art by Takashi Okazaki
Variant cover art by Ibraim Roberson
Variant cover art by Kael Ngu
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Peach Momoko
Limited to 500 copies
Variant cover art by Carlos Gomez
Variant cover art by Peach Momoko
Variant cover art by Francis Manapul
Variant cover art by Federico Vicentini
Variant cover art by Steve Ditko
Variant cover art by Ron Frenz
Variant cover art by Patrick Gleason
Variant cover art by Michael Cho
Variant cover art by Jorge Fornes
Variant cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Variant cover art by Patrick Gleason
Variant cover art by Gerardo Sandoval
Variant virgin cover art by Rose Besch
Variant cover art by Derrick Chew
Variant cover art by Julian Totino Tedesco
Variant cover art by Jim Cheung
Variant cover art by John Romita Jr.
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