Extreme Venomverse: Celebrating 35 Years of Venom. The Marvel Universe has given us many iconic characters, but few have been as enduringly popular as Venom, the Symbiote, and its host, Eddie Brock. Marking the 35th anniversary of the character’s introduction, Marvel Comics has released Extreme Venomverse #1, a compilation of three non-canon stories that explore fresh takes on the Venom mythos. Let’s dive into this special issue and see what each story brings to the table.
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Reimagining the Symbiote in Extreme Venomverse #1
Marvel’s compilation takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster, with each story presenting a new perspective on the iconic duo of Eddie Brock and the Symbiote. In “The Best Part of Him,” written by Ryan North and illustrated by Paolo Siqueira and JP Mayer, we see Eddie Brock become a new version of Spider-Man. “All In the Family” by Mirka Andolfo, Nico Leon, and Erick Arciniega, explores Eddie and Anne’s struggle as parents when their son Dylan loses control of his inherited Symbiote. Finally, “Tip of the Blade” by Leonardo Romero, Roberto Poggi, and Ruth Redmond, transports us to a cyberpunk future where swordsman Tatsuya Takemoto must balance his Symbiotic powers with survival against Oscorp’s tyranny.
The Emotional Journey of “The Best Part of Him”
“The Best Part of Him” revisits a devastating moment in Marvel history, when the Symbiote retains Peter Parker’s consciousness and fuses with a remorseful Eddie Brock. This chapter examines the characters’ sense of justice and morality in a heartbreaking yet clever manner. The art by Siqueira, Mayer, and Blee is reminiscent of Marv Wolfman and Todd McFarlane, adding to the emotional depth of the story.
Parental Struggles in “All In the Family”
In “All In the Family,” Andolfo, Leon, and Arciniega expertly balance emotional poignancy and action, focusing on the parental anxieties and insecurities of Eddie and Anne. The striking visuals and moody color palette evoke the sense of urban decay and inner turmoil that the characters face as they try to save their son Dylan.
A Cyberpunk Twist in “Tip of the Blade”
“Tip of the Blade” takes the greatest liberty with the Venom mythos, introducing a new host in swordsman Tatsuya Takemoto, set in a futuristic, post-apocalyptic world dominated by Oscorp. Although the setting and grimy color palette might not be the freshest take on the genre, Tatsuya’s reluctant dynamic with the Symbiote presents an intriguing twist.
Extreme Venomverse #1 – A Fitting Tribute to Venom’s Legacy
Although the different tones and pacing of the stories can make for an inconsistent read, Extreme Venomverse #1 successfully provides fresh perspectives on the enduring character of Venom.
What Earth is venomverse?
Resistance (Venomverse) (Earth-22249)
How many issues of Venomverse are there?
5, It was written by Cullen Bunn and drawn by Iban Coello.
Who was Venom’s first host?
The Venom symbiote’s first human host was Spider-Man himself, who eventually discovered its true nefarious nature and separated himself from the creature in The Amazing Spider-Man #258 (November 1984)—with a brief rejoining five months later in Web of Spider-Man #1.
