Yesterday saw the release of the post-Secret Wars 'Amazing Spider-Man' relaunch. Writer Dan Slott has set up a new status quo for Peter, who is taking Parker Industries worldwide. The life of Peter Parker has changed quite drastically in this issue; he has finally learned to drive, Parker Industries is now supplying technology to S.H.I.E.L.D., and he has used Parker Industries to establish a new charity called The Uncle Ben Foundation. In addition, Peter has enlisted Hobie Brown (formerly the Prowler) to masquerade as Spider-Man, maintaining the illusion that he's Peter's personal bodyguard.
The biggest twist of the issue, however, involved the return of a pretty major character. Who, you may ask?
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That's right! Doctor Octopus is back yet again, having stored a copy of his mind inside the Living Brain! Thought dead after the events of 'Superior Spider-Man', it seems the villain has thought of everything when it comes to ensuring his survival. It's likely this 'backup' doesn't retain the moral lessons Ock learned shortly before sacrificing himself to help stop Norman Osborn.
Are you excited to see Ock return to the pages of Amazing Spider-Man? What do you think of the new creative direction? Sound off below!
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Matt is a graduate of the Ryerson University School of Journalism, and has been a fan of superheroes since he picked up his first comic book issue as a child. While he works as a professional musician, Matt has a massive passion for comic books, films and heroes, along with participating in discussion and debate with the CBM community.