The Megalomaniacal Spider-Man #1by Rebecca HenelyReviews may contain information that could be considered 'spoilers'. Readers should proceed at their own risk.
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Credits Grade: 4 In this "What If?" story, Peter Parker learns a startling truth: the man who shot his Uncle Ben was not a burglar, but a debt collector. It turns out Ben Parker was a chronic gambler and his "kind, good uncle" persona was just a façade made up by Peter's Aunt May. Thus, disillusioned from this revelation and encouraged by Gwen Stacy, Peter decides to live his life solely for himself.... I don't get it. Oh, I get what Peter Bagge was trying to do here. I like alternate universes and had no problem with a universe where Uncle Ben was less-than-noble. I understand this was supposed to be a humorous story. And hey! I laughed. Gwen suspecting Peter and Spider-Man were lovers and Dr. Octopus' horror at Spider-Man's retirement ("Y-You'll still be back tomorrow, won't you? W-What about us?") was very funny. The art was also great. I like Bagge's cartoony style. The way he exaggerates everything is hilarious. However, I think I'm missing something in the big picture. Maybe it's because I don't really know Steve Ditko's philosophies. (Other than the "no interview" thing.) I don't know. I bet there are plenty of people out there who will enjoy this comic, but it just isn't for me. Written: May 12, 2002
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