The Sensational Spider-Man #9

In the chaotic aftermath of *Onslaught*, New York City finds itself under siege by a bizarre and terrifying new threat—Swarm, a monstrous entity born from a swarm of sentient bees. With the city on edge and no hero seemingly ready to step up, Spider-Man must confront this insectile menace head-on, testing his limits like never before. And as if the invasion weren’t enough, a long-awaited moment looms: Peter Parker and Mary Jane’s baby—boy or girl?—is finally on the way. Written by Todd DeZago and brought to life with dynamic energy by Mike Wieringo (pencils) and Richard Case (inks), this 1996 issue delivers a pulse-pounding mix of alien horror and heartfelt anticipation, all wrapped in a striking cover by Wieringo and Case.