Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider as a teenager, granting him spider-like powers. After the death of his Uncle Ben, Peter learned that "with great power, comes great responsibility." Swearing to always protect the innocent from harm, Peter Parker became Spider-Man.
@Skaddix: @mickeyangel: @Scarlet_Rogue: This is probably a sign that the writers are ready to let Peter grow up and mature, get married again for the first time with Mary Jane and all that stuff. That is what this is, THAT is what this is. *Sh. I don't wanna feel your negative Energy*
My only problem with it is that I don't think Slott is going far enough. I would also give him a dog and a magical imp for good measure. Then the fun begins!
All seriousness, though, I'm sure Slott will do a fine job with this. Food for thought: Wasn't Speedball supposed to be like Alpha back in the 90's? And, finally, I'm not sure I like his costume.
I am so surprised by this. They're actually making a new character. That..IS SO GREAT!!!! It seems like both the big two have been playing it safe and not trying to create new characters from scratch.
I'm a major Marvel hater, but I will be getting this.
Wow, unhappy with his life, has a crush, theres a jock, and he gets his powers on a field trip. He DEFINITELY isn't a Peter Parker. Very original, glad Marvel isn't using the same ideas over and over again any more.
This is an interesting approach and I see a future for the Alpha character. The problem is I do not see a long term future for an Alpha individual title. This characters creation is all about how it will effect Spiderman and his sense of responsibility in taking the young hero under his wing and giving him guidance, I wonder how much thought was placed into making this new character new or unique given that the origin is a total ripoff of Spidermans. I see a problem with maintaining this as an ongoing title and I hope the writers create a new crop of villians for him to face and do not stick him with Spiderman B and C list villians. Also I hope the powers of this character are somewhat unique and interesting because there are enough Spiderman out there.
Well Andy Maguire is a unique character. Being ignored by everyone is a bit contrived. Yet being a C average student (usually unpopular students are super genius nerds) who has no friends but is ignored as a target by bullies and jocks is pretty different for comics (yet not unrelatable). Otherwise he reminds me of Timmy Turner from the Fairly odd parents (without conflicts or fairies).
still I vote for the a goblin beating him to death. Give Phil some street cred.
Lorex, I seriously doubt he gets a solo any time soon so not a problem. Although maybe he can get chucked into a New Warrior Book about time for a reboot.
Seriously, they can't be serious. That's the dumbest thing I've ever heard since Spidey danced down the street in an emo haircut, had a musical number for no reason, and hit his girlfriend in a matter of 10 minutes.
With the creation of Alpha they are putting Peter Parker in the role of a mentor when he needs to maintain him as a light hearted teenager. If they try to keep Peter the same they'll end up down playing Alpha like a little kid. If they try to change Peter Parker, they're morons. I can't see this lasting in the long run. The only thing I can see them doing WELL with this is if they keep the two of them on equal levels. They can work together, maybe as rivals, maybe as partners, but I can't see this moving very far with Spiderman having a sidekick. I think they could make it very interesting if Alpha doesn't want to be just a partner, doesn't want to do good, and possibly becomes a new villain. That could be a very interesting and engrossing origin story. In the long run it keeps Peter Parker the same and leaves deep ties. If not a full fledged villain, they could do the whole Anti-Hero thing.
Comment back, tell me what you think! (Try to keep it positive)
@JeanFrancois13: It's a natural evolution for Peter. He's maturing, and this will provide a lot of new storylines and opportunities. It'll be cool to see how Peter is as a mentor, as he's had a lot of great ones himself. Nothing lasts in the long run for characters, things are always changed back to the status quo. I'll enjoy this while it lasts.
@SpideyIvyDaredevilFan26: Your post is the dumbest thing I've seen since I saw Peter Parker dancing down the street with an emo haircut.
Oh, so THAT'S what that "Alpha"-thingie was in other threads... Nice idea, but I doubt it will stick. And "Parker Particles"? Really? Pyms fame burns his pillow or something?
The idea is actually pretty cool but I hope it's not an permanent thing. Spider-man is not the kind of hero that needs a sidekick i my opinion, maybe it could work for a couple of issues and then I think Alpha could get his own series.
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