Marvel Knights Spider-Man #1
This volume collects the first story arc of the 2004 Marvel Knights Spider-Man series, written by Mark Millar with art by Terry Dodson. The storyline, 'Down Among the Dead Men,' finds Peter Parker facing a new, more brutal threat as a mysterious villain begins targeting his loved ones, forcing Spider-Man to confront the darker corners of his world. This collection reprints issues #1-4 of the series, which was part of Marvel's grittier, more mature-themed imprint at the time.
"Down among the Dead Men Part One" kicks off with a visceral showdown as the Vulture drags a weakened Peter Parker from his hospital bed, revealing a personal stake in their conflict: the money Spider-Man took last issue was meant for his grandson’s medical treatment. With Black Cat stepping in to help subdue the villain, the aftermath leads to a tense handover to the Owl, who’s far from pleased with the Vulture’s misfortunes. Meanwhile, a hospital orderly’s photograph of a maskless, bandaged Spider-Man makes its way to the Daily Bugle, sending Jonah Jameson into a frenzy. Written by Mark Millar and brought to life by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson, with colors by Avalon’s Ian Hannin and letters by VC’s Cory Petit, the cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson captures the issue’s gritty, high-stakes tone.
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Vulture rips Peter from his hospital room and, during the ensuing fight, explains that the money Spider-Man lost him last issue was to pay for the treatment of his dying grandson. Black Cat intervenes and helps take Vulture down. The Vulture is then turned over to the Owl, who takes a very dim view of his being robbed blind by Electro and the Vulture. An orderly with a camera delivers a picture of a maskless but bandaged Spider-Man to the Daily Bugle offices, much to Jonah's delight.
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