Spider-man #21 1992 Marvel Comics

Condition: Raw - Read

Era: Modern

Edition: Direct

Publisher: Marvel Comics

Writer(s): Erik Larsen

Illustrator(s):   

Inker: Erik Larsen

Penciller: Erik Larsen

Cover Artist: 

Artitsts:   Joe Rosas, Chris Eliopoulos

Year: 1992

Key Issue: 

Spider-Man #21 (1992) is a pivotal issue from Marvel Comics' long-running Spider-Man series, marking a key chapter in the early '90s era of web-slinging adventures. Released during a time of evolving storytelling and dynamic artwork, this issue dives deep into the ongoing battle between Peter Parker and the Sinister Six, showcasing high-stakes action and emotional depth. With a cover date of April 1992, this comic captures the essence of Spider-Man’s relentless fight against some of his most dangerous foes, while also exploring the personal challenges he faces as both a superhero and an ordinary man.

The story unfolds with Spider-Man recovering in a high-tech laboratory after a brutal encounter, saved by the mysterious cybernetic hero Cyborg X. Readers are introduced to Oscar McDonnell, a scientist linked to government experiments, raising questions about ethics, trust, and the role of technology in heroism. Meanwhile, Mary Jane Watson grapples with her own dilemmas, weighing her acting career against the risks Peter faces daily. The narrative weaves personal drama with superhero action, culminating in a showdown with the Sinister Six—Doctor Octopus, Electro, Vulture, Mysterio, and Hobgoblin, the latter now possessed by the demonic Demogoblin—setting the stage for an intense confrontation across dimensions.

This issue also marks the first appearance of Oscar McDonnell and the Care Labs facility, adding new layers to the Marvel Universe's sci-fi landscape. It features the violent demise of Cyborg X and introduces Deathlok as an uneasy ally to Spider-Man, hinting at larger conspiracies involving Cybertek and government experimentation. With art by Erik Larsen and writing shaped under editor-in-chief Tom DeFalco, Spider-Man #21 blends gritty action, moral complexity, and superhero spectacle, making it a sought-after collectible for fans of the era.

All Comics Come Bagged & Boarded.