Marvel Apes #0
In "The Birth of... The Gibbon!", misfit Marty Blank takes inspiration from Spider-Man’s legacy, donning an ape costume to become a hero in his own right—only to face a cruel reality check when the web-slinger himself mocks his efforts. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated by John Romita with inks by Tony Mortellaro, this 2009 origin sets up a tense moment where ambition meets betrayal, all under Arthur Adams’ dynamic cover.
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Inspired by Spider-Man's example, misfit Marty Blank dons an ape costume and plans to fight crime as the Gibbon, but Spider-Man mocks him, leaving him vulnerable to someone who plans to take advantage of the situation.
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