Araña: The Heart of the Spider
Marvel · 2005–2006 · 12 issues
About the series
Marvel's Araña: The Heart of the Spider (2005–2006) introduced a bold new hero over twelve issues, centering on Brooklyn teenager Anya Corazon as she inherits a mystical spider tattoo and a dangerous legacy. Written primarily by Fiona Avery and penciled by a rotating team including Roger Cruz, Francis Portela, and JonBoy Meyers, the series wove street-level coming-of-age drama with supernatural intrigue, pitting Anya against foes like Amun and the enigmatic Jon Kasiya. It stands as a key early chapter in Marvel's push for diverse young heroes, establishing Anya's unique voice and her struggle to balance high school, family, and her new role as the Araña.