Superior Spider-Man (2012)
reading order guide
Story by Dan Slott
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When Doctor Octopus switches minds with Peter Parker, he assumes the role of Spider-Man with a ruthless approach, trying to prove he can be a better —or superior— hero.
Superior Spider-Man (2012) Reading Order Guide
Complete List of Issues with Unlimited Reading Links
| Comics | Unlimited links |
|---|---|
| -Avenging Spider-Man #15.1 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man #1-14 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #1 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man #15-16 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #2 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man #17-19 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #3-7 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man #20-21 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man Annual #1 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #8-9 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man #22-26 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #10-11 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man #27-29 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-man Annual #2 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| -Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #11-12 | Read on Marvel's Site |
| —Superior Spider-Man #30-31 | Read on Marvel's Site |
Comments & Additional Info
Dan Slott is a somewhat controversial figure in the Spider-Man mythos, mainly because his run began after Brand New Day—a new era for Spider-Man that erased Peter and Mary Jane’s marriage through a deal with Mephisto. He also made certain creative choices that upset many fans, such as turning Black Cat into a crime boss and bringing back Peter’s clone, Ben Reilly, only to make him a villain.
That said, I don’t think his run is as bad as some claim. Personally, I enjoyed many of his stories, and Superior Spider-Man remains a fan favorite for a reason—it shatters the status quo in a bold and thrilling way. And to be honest, the story absolutely delivers.
That said, I don’t think his run is as bad as some claim. Personally, I enjoyed many of his stories, and Superior Spider-Man remains a fan favorite for a reason—it shatters the status quo in a bold and thrilling way. And to be honest, the story absolutely delivers.