Amazing Spider-Man (2022) #46-49

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Issue #46

Peter, recovering from past trauma, is ambushed by Electro when someone tampers with his mental state, plunging him into a high-voltage confrontation. Meanwhile, Ben Reilly returns alongside his girlfriend Janine, bringing tension—and unexpected chemistry—into Peter’s life. Back at Ravencroft, Betty Brandt investigates the Winkler Device and uncovers evidence suggesting Ned Leeds may have been manipulated into becoming a Goblin. The spotlight turns to the mysterious Goblin Queen (Madelyne Pryor), who seems intent on deploying the device on Ben for her own mysterious ends. Peter and Ben’s uneasy alliance becomes more complicated as personal stakes and villainous machinations converge. The issue ends with the threat of the Goblin Queen looming over Ben’s fate. 

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Issue #47

Peter and Ben confront the darker side of the Goblin Queen’s influence when she uses the Winkler Device in an attempt to transform Ben into a Goblin. Betty teams up with Janine to expose Kafka and the device’s sinister purpose, demonstrating investigative grit no less than the heroes’ physical resolve. Madelyne Pryor reappears, merging demonic and technological power to propel her agenda forward. A rescue operation ensues: Peter frees Ben from the brink of transformation while Janine rescues Marcus. With the Goblin Queen thwarted for now, Ben and Janine vanish amid chaos—leaving questions about their future roles in Peter’s world.

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Issue #48

The assault on Ben halts as Betty successfully convinces Janine of Kafka’s true intentions, unveiling the Goblin Queen's deep-seated manipulation. Peter and Betty band together to defeat the Queen’s plot and dismantle the device’s corrupting influence. As dust settles, Ben and Janine slip away again, signaling they’re not ready for full integration. Meanwhile, ominous signs point to a larger agenda: the Sinister Six regrouping and mounting a coup against the Living Brain. With one battle closed, a darker storm looms—setting the stage for the imminent Blood Hunt arc.

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Issue #49 (Blood Hunt tie-in)

As vampires sweep through New York City, Peter receives an urgent, panicked message from Kareem: White Rabbit has turned—and her maker must die to save her. Arriving at her sealed apartment, Peter confronts rats, vampires, and heart-wrenching morality when he meets White Rabbit’s sire—a vampire begging for death to stop the spread. At Kareem’s request, Peter hangs back while Kareem kills the sire, believing this will restore White Rabbit’s humanity. Despite the victory, Peter is shaken by the emotional fallout of treating vampires as “monsters,” realizing they are victims too. The issue closes with Peter emerging to NYC streets overrun by vampires—and the Lizard as a dark ally or threat. 

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Thematic Exploration

In this arc, Amazing Spider‑Man balances identity, redemption, and ethics against a backdrop of supernatural terror and alien influence. Ben Reilly’s return with Janine forces Peter to confront alternate lives and legacy, while the Goblin Queen’s plot raises questions about free will and overlapping destinies. Betty Brandt’s detective work anchors the narrative, reinforcing that heroism extends beyond superpowers. Then comes Blood Hunt, shifting the moral compass: vampires blur the line between villain and victim, pushing Peter to rethink his stance on “monsters.” Ultimately, this storyline explores transformations—physical, ethical, and supernatural—leaving readers on edge as Spider-Man stands at the intersection of science, magic, and morality.

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Miles Morales: Spider-Man (2022) #17–20

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Issue #17

Miles and Ms. Marvel are reeling from Rabble’s coordinated attacks, which have left parts of Brooklyn in chaos. Rabble’s tech-driven war escalates as she unleashes a swarm of drones, targeting Miles with surgical precision and forcing him into reactive mode. The Caper Killers—a militarized unit sent to take down “rogue” supers—enter the fray, complicating matters further. As innocent lives hang in the balance, Miles’ clone Shift arrives to assist, showing unexpected bravery and power. The team barely holds off the wave of attacks, keeping civilians safe amid the chaos. Rabble escapes once again, but not before sending a chilling message that she’s far from finished.

Issue #18

The conflict deepens as Misty Knight joins Miles, Kamala, and Shift to help neutralize the Caper Killers, whose advanced tech and heavy-handed tactics threaten even more destruction. As the heroes coordinate, Scorpion and Rhino—longtime villains—unexpectedly assist in protecting civilians, signaling a moral turn in their personal arcs. Miles grapples with the difficulty of trusting former enemies and the burden of being seen as a public menace. The group’s growing synergy allows them to shut down a major drone operation, striking a critical blow against Rabble. While cracks begin to show in Rabble’s strategy, she remains a step ahead, preparing her final move. The tension builds as the team regroups for a last stand.

Issue #19

Rabble launches her most devastating strike yet, using media manipulation and aggressive drone tactics to paint Miles as a reckless danger to his community. As public opinion wavers, Miles doubles down on saving lives rather than salvaging image. Starling returns to aid the team, providing critical backup alongside Shift, Kamala, Misty, and the now fully cooperative Rhino and Scorpion. In a fierce final battle, Miles defeats Rabble and delivers a decisive message: he won’t be defined by fear or propaganda. Rabble is taken down, the Caper Killers are discredited, and the arc ends with victory—and a sense of hard-earned stability. The threat has passed, but the scars and lessons linger.

Issue #20

With Brooklyn recovering and the city quieting down, Miles finally takes a breath and joins Kamala, Ganke, Shift, and baby sister Billie for a day at the art market. The moment offers a rare glimpse of peace and normalcy, underscoring how important community and family are to Miles. That quiet is shattered when Obsidian, an old villain with energy-based powers, attacks in an attempt to steal rare artwork. The group springs into action, fighting in tandem and quickly neutralizing the threat with minimal damage. Shift’s presence continues to evolve, as he protects Billie and proves himself capable of being part of the family. The issue ends with laughter, dinner, and acceptance—Miles officially welcomes Shift home, signaling a new chapter of growth and connection.
Thematic Exploration

This arc highlights Miles Morales: Spider-Man at its emotional and moral core—balancing responsibility, redemption, and identity. Through battles with Rabble and her manipulation of public perception, Miles faces not just a physical challenge but an existential one: how to stay true to himself when the world wants to define him otherwise. The involvement of reformed villains like Rhino and Scorpion shows that change is possible, even for those with dark pasts, reinforcing one of the series' most persistent themes—growth through empathy. Shift’s journey from outsider to accepted member of the Morales household underscores the power of chosen family and healing. By the final issue, the action gives way to joy, showing that even superheroes need moments of humanity, rest, and belonging to stay grounded.

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Immortal Thor (2023) #6–10

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Issue #6 – “Roxxin’ the Boat”

The arc kicks off with the reveal that Roxxin’ Thor, a corporate-sponsored knockoff of the real God of Thunder, is becoming a media darling. This manufactured hero is backed by Dario Agger and Roxxon, who now control their own comic book narrative—literally. The issue itself plays with comic book form, appearing as a fake “Roxxin’ Thor” issue filled with corporate ads, PR spin, and scripted battles. Thor must now fight not just a false god, but an entire media machine.

 
Issue #7 – “The Roxxin’ Files”

Thor attempts to assert truth in a world drowning in propaganda. Agger and his media empire have created a distorted narrative that casts Thor as a violent relic of the past. The issue again blurs lines between comic and commentary—mocking clickbait, social media influencers, and brand-washed storytelling. Thor confronts Roxxin’ Thor in a clash of authenticity vs. marketing.

 
Issue #8 – “Roxxon Presents: The End of Thor”

Things escalate when the “Roxxin’ narrative” becomes so dominant that it starts to reshape reality itself. Loki helps Thor navigate this absurdist narrative manipulation, and they discover the comic they’re in has been hijacked entirely. In one of the most meta sequences, the story folds in on itself—Thor literally punches his way out of the fake comic book to reclaim his myth.

 
Issue #9 – “Ragnaroxx”

The gloves come off. Thor battles Roxxin’ Thor, but this is more than just a brawl—it’s a symbolic war for the soul of myth and meaning. Dario Agger is finally unmasked and killed in a brutal yet strangely triumphant moment for Thor, who reclaims his dignity and divine authority. The fake Thor is revealed to be a hollow shell—an algorithm of branding, void of honor or history.

 
Issue #10 – “The Hammer Will Not Yield”

After dismantling the Roxxon lie-machine, Thor reflects on the fragile state of truth in modern times. With Agger dead and Roxxin’ Thor destroyed, Thor begins to rebuild not just Asgardian order, but the idea of story and myth as sacred. Yet, looming questions about narrative control, memory, and the nature of gods remain unresolved—setting the stage for deeper cosmic introspection ahead.

 
Thematic Exploration: Story as Weapon, Myth as Battlefield

Al Ewing goes full “Al Ewing” in this arc, wielding postmodern storytelling like a Mjolnir made of metafiction. This isn’t just a battle of gods—it’s a battle for the control of story itself. Thor’s fight against a branded, boardroom-engineered version of himself is a striking metaphor for how truth, identity, and legacy can be hijacked in the age of mass media.

The comic-within-a-comic device is more than a gimmick—it’s a commentary on narrative manipulation in the age of disinformation. Roxxin’ Thor is algorithmic mythology: a god birthed from SEO data, consumer trends, and corporate synergy. Thor’s victory isn’t just physical; it’s a reclamation of purpose, a defense of stories with soul.

By killing Agger and Roxxin’ Thor, Ewing doesn’t just close a plotline—he kills the notion that myth can be sanitized, monetized, and stripped of struggle. The arc asks us: Who controls the narrative? And more importantly, what happens when we let the wrong hands write it?

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