Spider-Man: The Parker Years #1
In "The Parker Years," Peter Parker confronts the weight of his legacy after discovering Ben Reilly is the true Spider-Man, forcing him to reckon with the life he's lived in the mask. Written by Evan Skolnick and illustrated by Joe St. Pierre, with inks by Al Milgrom and colors by Gregory Wright, this 1995 issue captures a raw, introspective moment as Peter grapples with guilt and the cost of being a hero. The cover by John Romita Jr. and Andrew Wildman sets the tone for a story that dives deep into identity and redemption.
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After learning that Ben Reilly is the real Spider-Man, Peter Parker tries to start over with out being Spider-Man and leave his past behind him, but he relives what he has done as Spider-Man and blames himself for most of what went wrong.
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