WARNING! Potential spoilers ahead forThe Amazing Spider-Man#68
Marvel’slatestSpider-Mansolicitation shockingly suggests the publisher is going to replace the character in his mystical new mission with theX-Men, as the currently-running “8 Deaths of Spider-Man” story looks like it will end with the final death of Spidey, as he attempts to complete the quest assigned to him by Doctor Doom to defeat the Scions of Cytorrak.
Releasing in February of next year,The Amazing Spider-Man#68 continues the“8 Deaths of Spider-Man”story begun in issue #61. The story-arc features Spidey being given a new magic suit that allows him to resurrect himself a total of eight times. Judging from the solicits, it sounds like the web-slinger’s number might be up in the arc’s eighth issue.
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THE 8 DEATHS OF SPIDER-MAN CONTINUES! The Scions of Cytorrak are too much and Spider-Man has used up ALL of his lives. Is this the FINAL death of Spider-Man!?
THE 8 DEATHS OF SPIDER-MAN CONTINUES! With Spider-Man now DEAD, it’s up to the X-Men to win the day and save the universe. But why are they fighting EACH OTHER?!?!
It perhaps shouldn’t be that much of a surprise that Spider-Man is dying during the story-line given the title of the story-arc, but the wall-crawler only has a set number of lives to accomplish his mission and subdue the Scions of Cytorrak.Doctor Doom even gave Spidey a spiffy new outfitto accomplish his mission, which not only allows the Webslinger to resurrect himself an additional seven times if he dies, but allows him to cast magic web-spells as he takes on his mystical new opponents.
Fans also have to wonder whether more “.DEATHS” issues will be part of the larger story, or if there will be other Marvel heroes picking up the baton.
The X-Men coming in to finish the job Spider-Man started should be an interesting wrinkle to the story, as well, especially since it appears the team will ultimately wind up fighting each other.Cyclops’ new X-Men teammust have fallen under the spell of one of the Scions, but considering Scott Summers hasthe Juggernaut in his team’s ranks, perhaps the Scions didn’t have to push too hard. Fans also have to wonder whether more “.DEATHS” issues will be part of the larger story, or if there will be other Marvel heroes picking up the baton.
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This being comics, readers can also assume thatSpider-Man may not be as permanently dead as it initially appears. The “8 Deaths of Spider-Man” story-line will likely have more twists and turns before all is said and done, especially given how central Doctor Doom will be to the Marvel Universe withnext year’s mega-crossoverOne World Under Doom. Confusing release patterns and ridiculous titles aside, it will still be exciting to see howMarvel’s“The 8 Deaths of Spider-Man” wraps up, and how long theX-Menwill be filling in for the supposedly-deceasedSpider-Man.
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The Amazing Spider-Man#68will be available Aug 06, 2025;The Amazing Spider-Man#68.DEATHSwill be available July 25, 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.
X-Men
The X-Men franchise, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, centers on mutants with extraordinary abilities. Led by the powerful telepath Professor Charles Xavier, they battle discrimination and villainous mutants threatening humanity. The series explores themes of diversity and acceptance through a blend of action, drama, and complex characters, spanning comics, animated series, and blockbuster films.
