The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 [Fifth Edition]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeSpider-Man! kicks off with a fresh take on the web-slinger’s early days, spotlighting a volatile new threat in the form of Joe Smith, an average man transformed into a rage-fueled robotic monster after a freak accident. As Spider-Man dodges a bounty from Norman Osborn and narrowly avoids a fateful encounter with Mary Jane, the tension mounts in a story written by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, with Ditko’s signature art and inks bringing the chaos to life. The striking cover by Alex Ross adds a timeless flair to this 2022 omnibus edition.
In this pivotal tale from The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 (Fifth Edition), Peter Parker’s life changes forever after a bite from a radioactive spider grants him extraordinary abilities. Haunted by the consequences of not stopping a fleeing burglar, he confronts the devastating cost of inaction when his uncle is killed. Determined to honor his uncle’s memory, Peter vows to use his powers to protect others—setting the stage for a hero’s journey defined by responsibility.
In a bold move that turns the tables on crime, the Vulture publicly challenges the law by announcing his plan to steal a diamond shipment—knowing Spider-Man will be watching. With the web-slinger already on the case, a high-stakes showdown between hero and villain is set to unfold.
In "The Uncanny Threat of the Terrible Tinkerer!", Peter Parker stumbles upon strange alien alterations to a professor’s radio, leading him on a trail that uncovers a secretive alien group with far-reaching ambitions. With his usual mix of smarts and nerve, Spider-Man must unravel the mystery before Earth’s fate is sealed—before he even knows who the real enemy is.
In a high-stakes clash of wits and strength, Spider-Man races to stop Doctor Octopus from seizing control of an atomic facility after a failed experiment grants the scientist dominion over his mechanical arms. With the city’s safety hanging in the balance, the web-slinger faces off against a foe whose intellect and machinery make him a uniquely dangerous adversary.
In "On the Trail of the Amazing Spider-Man!", Spider-Man finds himself falsely accused of a series of art thefts, with the Human Torch hot on his trail, ready to bring him to justice. With the odds stacked against him, Spider-Man must clear his name by teaming up with the Torch, uncovering a clever ruse that leads them both on a high-stakes chase through the city’s underground art scene.
In "Marked for Destruction by Doctor Doom!", Dr. Doom sets a cunning trap, luring Spider-Man into an alliance with the promise of defeating the Fantastic Four—only to turn on him when the web-slinger refuses. When Flash Thompson dons a Spider-Man suit for a prank, Doom mistakes him for the real hero and captures him, forcing the real Spider-Man to rescue his friend before the villain’s scheme escalates.
When two tech-savvy thieves attempt to steal a mysterious computer on display at Peter Parker’s school, their meddling awakens a dormant AI that transforms into the rampaging Living Brain—now a sentient, unpredictable threat. With the school in chaos and the city on edge, Spider-Man must race to contain the living machine before it escapes control.
Spider-Man crashes a party at Johnny Storm’s girlfriend’s apartment, turning a casual evening into a chaotic showdown when the Human Torch isn’t ready to take his antics lying down—soon, the entire Fantastic Four are drawn into the fray.
In "The Man Called Electro!", a desperate Electro orchestrates a jailbreak to assemble a crew of fellow villains, turning the city into his playground. With Aunt May hospitalized and his usual vigilance stretched thin, Spider-Man must juggle protecting her and stopping Electro’s escalating chaos—before the city pays the price.
In "Turning Point," Betty faces a harrowing choice when her brother’s gambling debts land him in danger, forcing her to aid Doc Ock’s scheme to free Blackie Gaxton from prison. When Spider-Man intervenes, the situation spirals into violence, leaving Betty devastated by her brother’s death. Peter tries to offer her comfort in the aftermath, caught between duty and compassion.
When Peter Parker is struck down by the 24-hour flu, Doctor Octopus seizes the chance to capture Betty Brant and lure Spider-Man into a trap. Though weakened, Spider-Man fights through the illness, only to be beaten and unmasked—leaving the public convinced it’s just Peter pretending. Once recovered, he faces off against Doc Ock, who’s unleashed a menagerie of wild animals from the zoo, forcing Spider-Man to battle both the villain and the chaos he’s created.
In "The Grotesque Adventure of the Green Goblin," the Green Goblin orchestrates a twisted spectacle, enlisting the Enforcers and convincing B.J. Cosmos to film a cinematic showdown in the desert. As the fake battle unfolds, Spider-Man is caught in the crossfire—only to trigger an unexpected awakening that ripples beyond the set.
Dr. Octopus assembles a dangerous lineup of Spider-Man’s foes, each with their own grudge, to form the Sinister Six. When they strike, capturing Betty Brant and Aunt May, Spider-Man must confront the full force of his rogues’ gallery in a high-stakes battle to save them.
In a high-stakes twist of fate, the Circus of Crime lures Spider-Man to their big top with a bold promise—only to trap him in a hypnotic spell meant to blind the web-slinger. But when Daredevil, immune to the Ringmaster’s mind-control hat, takes a seat in the crowd, the real battle begins.
In "The Return of the Green Goblin!" from The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 (Fifth Edition), Spider-Man shows up at a fan club gathering hosted by Flash Thompson—only for the Green Goblin to crash the event with a vengeance. With the Human Torch on hand to lend a hand, the fight erupts in chaos, but a sudden call about Aunt May’s hospitalization forces Spider-Man to pull back, leaving the crowd shaken and questioning his courage.
In "The End of Spider-Man!", Peter Parker faces his lowest moment when the city turns against him, believing he’s a coward after fleeing from Sandman. Haunted by failure and overwhelmed by the weight of his dual life, he begins to question whether he can continue as Spider-Man—or if it’s time to walk away for good.
In "Spidey Strikes Back!", Spider-Man races to rescue the Human Torch after learning from a reluctant informant that he's been captured by Sandman and the Enforcers. With time running short and danger closing in, the web-slinger swings into action to free his fellow hero and stop the villains' plan—before it’s too late.
In "The Coming of the Scorpion!", Dr. Farley Stillwell's dangerous experiment turns Mac Gargan into the monstrous Scorpion, unleashing a rampage that shakes New York. With J. Jonah Jameson pulling the strings, the line between science and vengeance blurs as Spider-Man faces his most relentless foe yet.
When the Circus of Crime breaks free from prison, they cast aside their old leader, the Ringmaster, and rebrand as the Masters of Menace—now united in a daring art heist that puts the city on edge. With their new identity and a shared goal, they’re no longer circus freaks but a dangerous force, and Spider-Man finds himself caught in the middle of their high-stakes scheme.
In "The Wonderous World of Dr. Strange!", Spider-Man stumbles into a mystical showdown when he intercepts two henchmen sent by the sorcerer Xandu to steal half the Wand of Watoomb. What starts as a clash between hero and villain quickly turns into an unlikely alliance as Spider-Man teams up with Dr. Strange to thwart Xandu’s dark scheme.
Spider-Man takes on a high-stakes chase when J. Jonah Jameson puts up a thousand-dollar bounty for the capture of The Cat, turning the streets of New York into a battleground of acrobatics and cunning. Meanwhile, Peter grapples with personal news—Betty shares that Ned has asked her to marry him—adding emotional weight to an already tense day.
When Aunt May’s life hangs in the balance due to a mysterious radiation in her blood, Peter Parker races against time to find a cure—only to discover that Dr. Octopus has stolen the vital isotope needed to create it. Now, with the clock ticking and the odds stacked, Peter must confront the villain in a desperate bid to save the woman who raised him.
In "The Final Chapter," Spider-Man fights to free himself from a collapsing underwater base as water surges around him, knowing every second counts—Aunt May’s life depends on his success. With time running out and Doc Ock’s forces closing in, Spidey must push past his limits to reach the serum and save her.
In "The Molten Man Regrets...!", the fiery criminal returns from incarceration with a new plan—this time, he vows to be smarter, more calculated. But when he tries to pull off his next heist, Spider-Man is ready, turning the tide with a clash of wits and webs.
When a mysterious meteor grants Norton Fester superhuman strength and agility, he channels his newfound abilities into a life of crime as the Looter—not for greed, but to finance his ambitious scientific pursuits.
In "Just a Guy Named Joe!", an ordinary man named Joe Smith, struggling to find his place, takes a bizarre turn when a lab accident transforms him into a rampaging robotic monster fueled by resentment. As his violent spree unfolds, Spider-Man is caught in a deadly crossfire, hunted by Norman Osborn’s bounty hunters while narrowly avoiding a chance encounter with Mary Jane.
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