Spider-Man Megazine #3

Dec 1994 · Marvel · 2.95 USD; 4.00 CAD

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In "Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut," Peter Parker steps away from his duties as Spider-Man to care for Aunt May, who’s recovering from surgery, only to see his absence exploited by the press and his own fears. When J. Jonah Jameson dubs him a coward and Peter flees from both the Sandman and a chance to redeem himself, Flash Thompson’s misguided attempt to step in only deepens the fallout. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated with haunting precision by Steve Ditko, this 1994 issue captures a rare moment of vulnerability for Spider-Man, grounded in personal stakes and the weight of reputation—before Peter resolves to reclaim his legacy. The cover by Ron Frenz and Al Milgrom perfectly frames the tension of a hero at his lowest.

Contains 4 stories

Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut

23 pp · Superhero

Spider-ManMadame WebRobbie RobertsonBetty LeedsGlory GrantWongJuggernaut (villain)Black Tom Cassidy (villain)X-Men [CyclopsStormWolverine [Logan]ColossusNightcrawler] (cameo flashback)Avengers [Captain America [Steve Rogers]Iron Man [Tony Stark]ThorWasp [Janet Van Dyne] (cameo flashback)Fantastic Four [Mr. FantasticInvisible GirlHuman Torch [Johnny Storm]The Thing] (cameo flashback)

In "Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut," Madame Web foresees her own demise at the hands of an unknown foe and enlists Spider-Man to protect her—only to find that the threat is none other than the unstoppable Juggernaut. With the odds stacked against him, Spider-Man must confront a force of nature he can’t reason with, outthink, or stop.

To Fight the Unbeatable Foe

22 pp · Superhero

Spider-ManMadame WebJ. Jonah JamesonRobbie RobertsonBetty LeedsLance BannonGlory GrantAmy PowellJuggernaut (villain)Black Tom Cassidy (villain)

The Power to Purge

21 pp · Superhero

Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Human Torch [Johnny Storm]Mr. FantasticInvisible GirlThe ThingMartine BancroftProfessor Hans JorgensonJake BoltPaulJefferson Bolt (villain, death)Morbius (villain)Archie Bunker (cameo, on tv)

In "The Power to Purge," Morbius forms an uneasy bond with a former thug he's turned into a vampire, while Spider-Man begins to suffer from mysterious headaches that lead him to ESU. As the campus becomes a battleground, the Torch arrives on the scene, drawn by a desperate plea from Morbius’ fiancée, and the two heroes confront the vampire—only to face a tragic turn when Jefferson, the thug’s brother, steps in to protect him.

The End of Spider-Man!

22 pp · Superhero

Spider-ManJ. Jonah JamesonAunt May ParkerAnna WatsonFlash ThompsonLiz AllanBetty BrantSandman (villain)Green Goblin [Norman Osborn] (cameo)Vulture (cameo)Dr. Octopus (cameo)Kraven (cameo)Fantastic Four [Mr. FantasticInvisible GirlHuman Torch [Johnny Storm]The Thing] (cameo)Avengers [Captain America [Steve Rogers]Iron Man [Tony Stark]Thor [Don Blake]Giant-Man [Hank Pym]Wasp [Janet Van Dyne]] (cameo)

In "The End of Spider-Man!", Peter Parker steps away from his duties as Spider-Man after Aunt May’s surgery leaves him desperate to pay for her care, only to see his absence turn into a public disgrace when he flees from battles. With Jameson calling him a coward and even Flash Thompson taking up the mantle—only to be humiliated—Peter begins to question whether he’s truly meant to be the hero. But when Aunt May shows she’s stronger than he thought, Peter makes a quiet vow to reclaim his place as Spider-Man.