Marvel Comics

The conclusion of JMS's defining Spider-Man era: Civil War leads Peter Parker to make the most public decision of his life — revealing his identity to the world on national television. Back in Black shows what Peter becomes when pushed past his limits. One More Day controversially rewrites his history with a deal with Mephisto. 1,136 pages of moments that divided the fandom and still spark debate: proof that these stories hit where it mattered most.

The run that reinvented Spider-Man for the 21st century. J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. introduced Morlun — a predator who hunts totemic beings — along with the radical idea that Peter Parker's powers have a mystical origin beyond a radioactive spider bite. Aunt May discovers Peter's identity. Ezekiel enters as a mentor figure with dark secrets. One of the most debated and influential Spider-Man eras, sparking conversations about the character's mythology that continue today. 1,120 pages.