The Spectacular Spider-Man #170

Name: The Spectacular Spider-Man #170
Brand: Marvel
Availability: InStock

Nov 1990 · Marvel · 1.00 USD; 1.25 CAD; 0.60 GBP

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“The Final Calculation”

In "The Final Calculation," a masquerading Space Phantom ignites a clash between the Outlaws and the Avengers, only to be captured and reveal he’s been working for a mysterious master. The true architect behind the chaos is unveiled as Calculus of the Young Gods, who manipulated events so Spider-Man and the Avengers would unite against a swarm of cannibal insects. Written by Gerry Conway and illustrated with dynamic precision by Sal Buscema—both pencils and inks—this 1990 issue features a cover by Sal Buscema, capturing the tension of a battle that’s just beginning.

writer Gerry Conway · artist, inker Sal Buscema · colorist Bob Sharen · letterer Rick Parker · cover Sal Buscema

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Full credits

writer Gerry Conway

artist, inker Sal Buscema

colorist Bob Sharen

letterer Rick Parker

cover pencils, inks Sal Buscema

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A masquerading Space Phantom causes a battle between the Outlaws and the Avengers. The Phantom is captured and tells he is working for a master whose identity he does not know. The master is revealed to be Calculus of the Young Gods who orchestrated everything so that Spider-Man and the Avengers would defeat a swarm of cannibal insects.

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