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A fun and easy scenario to fantasize about is the famous wall-crawler fighting the indestructible Canadian. While one has infallible instincts against harm, the other has an indestructible body. This would definitely be an interesting fight. But how would we know who would win with Spider-Man vs Wolverine? Well, it turns out there is a giant-sized special issue comic that explores this, and more.
The name of the comic is literally called Spider-Man Versus Wolverine, and the massive 64-page story (Affiliate Link) is a much deeper tale than anyone would have expected. Published in 1987 Peter Parker (Spider-Man) is in Berlin on assignment to take photos. The Berlin Wall is still up and Wolverine is in the country as well while dealing with both the CIA and the KGB. Wolverine just wants to protect Charlemagne, his longtime friend, associate and girlfriend. Peter is in Berlin with Ned Leed, both on assignment.
Ned Leed, also known as the Hobogoblin, was found tied up and had his throat slashed in his room. (Somehow this passed the Comic Code Authority despite its mature themes) Wolverine repeatedly tries to warn Parker that he is over his head. He knows Peter is Spider-Man due to his scent, an ability Wolverine possesses and uses to track people. In a graveyard, Wolverine’s girlfriend Charlie asks Wolverine to kill her to avoid being murdered, captured or tortured by the KGB. Spider-Man witnesses this and decides to intervene. Next thing you know, we have a Spider-Man vs Wolverine situation as they fight each other.
Spider-Man is surprised that Wolverine is as fast as he is. He is scared to death of Wolverine’s claws and fears for his life. Spider-Man decides that he may have to kill Wolverine. He repeatedly punches him in the head with all his might but knows Wolverine will never stop. So while being tackled, Spider-Man puts his hands around his neck, knowing that he would have to use all of his strength to snap it and kill Wolverine. But he can’t do it, and Wolverine has mercy on him.
When an attack helicopter suddenly shows up shooting at them, Peter’s spider-sense warns him of danger, and he hears someone approaching from behind him. He assumes it’s Wolverine, but it was actually Charlie. Spider-Man uses a burst of energy to punch and accidentally kill her. This was her intention, but Peter feels awful and can’t stop thinking about it.
If all this drama weren’t enough, there is another twist as well. The trip made Peter realize that Mary Jane was not just his friend, but a girlfriend. He kept pretending that she wasn’t, but he couldn’t deny it any longer. This story leads up to his proposal to Mary Jane in Amazing Spider-Man 290.
The Spider-Man vs Wolverine comic is significant for a number of reasons. Firstly, it is a thrilling and action-packed story that fans of both superheroes will enjoy. Secondly, it explores deeper themes such as loyalty, trust, and the difficult choices that superheroes often have to make. Additionally, the comic serves as a reminder that even the strongest and most indestructible heroes have vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
The irony of the events in the Spider-Man vs Wolverine comic is that both characters were initially trying to protect someone they cared about. However, in the end, both Peter and Logan had to face the harsh reality that they couldn’t save everyone. They both had to make difficult choices that would affect their lives and the lives of those around them. It just goes to show that being a superhero is not always black and white, and sometimes even the best intentions can have unintended consequences.
One of the most compelling aspects of the Spider-Man vs Wolverine comic is the dynamic between the two characters. Despite their wildly different backgrounds and methods, they share a deep respect for one another as superheroes. This mutual respect is demonstrated throughout the story, from their initial meeting to the harrowing fight scene where Spider-Man grapples with the possibility of killing Wolverine. Ultimately, their common bond as superheroes proves stronger than their differences, and they emerge from the conflict with a newfound understanding of one another.
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