Summary
Warning: Spoilers for Spectacular Spider-Men #5!The complicated relationship between the two versions ofSpider-Manfinally culminates in their latest fight, as a conflict that has been simmering for years finally explodes out into the open. On paper, Miles Morales and Peter Parker should have the perfect mentor-student relationship, but truthfully, there’s tension between them that’s gone unchecked for too long – until recently.
According to the preview forSpectacular Spider-Men#5 – written by Greg Weisman, with art by Humberto Ramos – the issue is set to bring the tension betweenMarvel’s two top Spider-heroesto a boiling point, in a can’t-miss next chapter for their dynamic as two of the publisher’s top characters.
As longtime Spider-fans will be all-too-aware,Marvel Comics has been steadily building toward a Peter Parker vs. Miles Morales conflict throughout several years' worth of ongoing storylines, but their upcoming confrontation appears as though it will be an irrevocable turning point in their relationship.
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If the tense conversations they have shared haven’t been enough to settle things between them, maybe going to blows with each other is the only way for Peter and Miles to repair their relationship.
Miles Morales' frustrations withPeter Parker as a Spider-Manmentor first surfaced during last year’s “Gang War” event, where Miles chose to hold Peter accountable for being neglectful when Miles needed him and, really, just for beinga bad friend to his allies. In Miles' eyes,Peter stopped being there for him, and he let it show throughout the event. They were able to keep their feelings in check long enough to save New York, and now, to investigate the mysterious VR world of Arcadia. Once trapped, they are mind-wiped into believing their fantasies are reality.
While the preview forSpectacular Spider-Mancertainly seems to promisePeter Parker and Miles' increasing tensionwill reach a breaking point, the possibility can’t be ruled out that perhaps a twist is coming, that both Spider-Men are faking a misunderstanding, in order to escape their current predicament. Alternatively, if the tense conversations they have shared haven’t been enough to settle things between them,maybe going to blows with each other is the only way for Peter and Miles to repair their relationship.
The biggest curiosity going intoSpectacular Spider-Men#5 is if Miles and Peter can let bygones be bygones once the fight is over.
The Spectacular Spider-Man May Need To Get This Fight Out Of Their Systems
Their Relationship Is Not Beyond Repair
The biggest curiosity going intoSpectacular Spider-Men#5 is if Miles and Peter can let bygones be bygones once the fight is over. In all likelihood, the answer should be yes. Superheroes have repaired their friendship after battles over bigger stakes. Iron Man is stillapologizing to Captain America forCivil War, but they are still friends at the end of the day.If nothing else, thisSpider-Manfight should work as the one form of therapy, giving the crimefighters an opportunity to get out their bad feelings, before finally forgiving each other and agreeing to move on.
The Spectacular Spider-Men#5will be available July 10, 2025 from Marvel Comics.
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is the name given to several individuals who have employed a spider-moniker throughout Marvel Comics. Typically gaining their powers through a bite from a radioactive spider, the different Spider-Man heroes employ super-strength, agility, and intellect while utilizing webbing to swing and tangle up their foes. The most notable of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes throughout the world.
