In July 2000, Marvel put out six one-shots from the "Marvels Comics Group." These books were set within the Marvel Universe as the comics that the citizens there would read, fictionalized and bowderized versions of the 'real' Fantastic Four, Captain America, and Thor. Some took more liberties than others: while the FF book was 'licensed' and comes across the closest to a typical, 'real' issue; the Spider-Man one may give Spidey a worse rap than the Daily Bugle.
Not that J. Jonah Jameson would give this book the thumbs-up, however: a thinly-veiled analog, "T.T. Thomas of the Clarion" publishes his vendetta against the mysterious killer Spider-Man, while simultaneously mourning the disappearance of his astronaut son Jay. On the verge of printing photos of Spider-Man killing a criminal, the Clarion's presses are attacked by Dr. Squid, who is seeking revenge for his reputation destroyed by Thomas' editorials. The silent Spider-Man stops Squid, and the pictures are stolen in the turmoil...
It's an interesting look at how some in the Marvel Universe might see Spider-Man, although it's hard to imagine them picturing him mute. Although, I suppose if your only exposure to Spider-Man were the pictures and accounts in the Daily Bugle, that might be what you'd imagine. And if some of T.T. Thomas' story doesn't seem familar, check here.
From Spider-Man #1, "The Menace of Spider-Man" Written by Paul Grist, art by Kyle Hotz. Hotz is a perfect choice for this, and makes a monstrous Spidey all too feasible.
3 comments:
Eeeyouuw!
It is always good when the publishers allow for alternative versions of their "heroes". Sure, it sells more product and all, but when done well it provides for great material for the fandom.
Cheers!
Steven G. Willis
XOWComics.com
men sorry for this little interruption, but what happen with spider man? I mean it appereance is totally different, looks like a vampire fused with the mutation that he suffer in a edition.
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