Spider-Man Unlimited #21
In "A Real Boy," Peter Parker joins forces with Betty Brant on a dangerous mission in Eastern Europe, where they confront the legendary Frankenstein monster—only to uncover a far more sinister threat in the form of Dr. Walston Kraft and his army of clones. Written by Christopher Golden and brought to life by Mike Deodato Jr. with inks by Joe Pimentel, this 1998 issue redefines the mythos of Frankenstein with a chilling twist, hinting at why he’s been called the "New Prometheus"—a mystery that unfolds with unsettling depth. The cover, also by Deodato Jr. and Pimentel, captures the eerie intensity of the tale.
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Peter Parker teams up with Betty Brant on an assignment in Eastern Europe where they come face-to-stitched-face with the legendary Frankenstein monster! But the real threat facing the countryside comes from the evil Dr. Walston Kraft and his army of -- clones!! You'll learn why Frankenstein was referred to as the "New Prometheus" -- and it won't be pretty! [per next issue box]
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