Spider-Man #234

Issues are partially resolved, but mostly a very good set up for Sinister Six. Hopefully, they stick around for a bit and give Miles a true rogues gallery to go up against. While there isn't a ton of action, the story does move fluently through a lot of different terrains. This should lead us to a pretty entertaining arc. Read Full Review

So my journey on this issue goes from being initially annoyed at the lack of resolution to seeing that true-to-form Bendis character work performing where it always should do, making us feel the right emotions at the right times. Despite my briefly mentioned issues with comic prices (happy to discuss in comments), essentially, if you're buying Marvel comics now, I truly believe that Miles should always be on your pull list. Read Full Review

This issue also takes on the original numbering of Miles' series and Bendis has been with Miles since the beginning and seems to have just as much love for the character as ever and it shows in the writing. Miles is in good hands, unless the new Sinister Six get their way. Read Full Review

It's par for the course from the creative team, though some readers might end up itching for more action. It'll come, of course, as Bendis knows his pacing and how he wants a story to unfold. Read Full Review

Spider-Man #234 isnt its best offering, especially considering this is the Marvel Legacy relaunch. A lot of its storytelling is undercooked, and the art isnt as good as it has been. However, it does have some fun moments and an ever-compelling lead. If you like Miles, I can certainly recommend it to you. Read Full Review

If you're someone who loves Miles but hasn't enjoyed his time in the 616, this is the time to jump back in. The Legacy course correction could succeed where Spider-Men II has failed in recapturing the essence that drew us all to Miles in the first place. Read Full Review

This issue might not have been the best entry point for new readers, as Brian Michael Bendis throws Miles Morales into a new story arc with minimal setup. Bendis seems to treat it as just another issue rather than a big Marvel Legacy reintroduction. Read Full Review

Overall, the issue is enjoyable, but its tendency to read like a 22 page previously on.. makes it skippable. In an age when a comic book habit costs a good chunk of your paycheck to maintain, one wants to feel like every page is being used to the best of its ability. As has been established in comics, long-winded dialogue is the trademark Bendis style, so diehards and casual fans of his work likely wont take issue. For everybody else, SPIDER-MAN #234 probably isnt worth the dough. Read Full Review

Wolf Warner

Nov 05, 2017

Finally some true enemies

RustonLF

Nov 02, 2017

Most of the Legacy issues tried to be a hidden number one starting the readers on a new path, this issue does little of that since most of the threads had already been laid. There is the start of the all new Sinister Six with a surprise reveal of the new villainous Iron Spider who bought their suit on the black market. The reveal does create what could be an interesting dynamic if done right. The same could be said of Bombshell (in this case the mom) being part of the Six. Goldballs returns to get back to the strong supporting cast. The art made everyone look good. The only issue I had was that Spider-Man did not really make an appearance and for a Legacy starting point that seems like an oversight.

Granfalloon

Nov 02, 2017

This is the start of a new arc, so it's a build issue. I love that we get Miles' supporting cast back, they really have developed into a great ensemble.

DDJamesB

Nov 02, 2017

Without spoiling the ending, I personally called who the iron spider would be months ago when I read the solicitation. There would not have been a better choice and I am glad I was not wrong. This adds a massive complication into Miles is life. The story was well written, even though slow. That's Bendis for you though. Great dialogue and a snails pace story. Not that I mind. The burdens for Miles are growing and it's almost reminiscent of the old Peter Parker days. He needs a win here soon! I know they are playing with the idea, but I really hope he stays as Spider-Man. Other than that, the art has been consistently good in this series and this issue solidifies that. Will someone stop making these childish covers though?????

CrazyforRAMU

May 14, 2018

It's not just the formation of a new Sinister Six, it's also the return of Lori "Bombshell Sr." Baumgartner and Goldballs. The first two developments are promising enough to make up for the way Fabio shows up dragging a momentum-killing love triangle behind him. The issue's a little light on action but it does tons of promising setup. Oscar Bazaldua's art is looking better, too; he seems to be bending in a good way towards a David Marquez style.

the green death

Nov 02, 2017

Haven't been following this series since waaaay back, and this issue wasn't really written for the newbie. Seems like a nice issue if you've been along for the long haul though.

SloboSOY

Nov 18, 2017

I find a lenticular so I take it. Not a bad issue. Well a good sinister six one I have to credit Bendis for it. I'm less interested about the drama around Miles, Godball & Laura. But that kind of have the spirit of the original Miles run. Cover : I live the lenticular ... 2/2 Story : 2/3 ... A good one. Arts : The art isn't the strong part of the book. Too much blank background. Too much trying to be Pichelli or Marquez, but clearly aren't. 2/3 Feelings : That may be a good time to jump in. 1/2

Spider-Man Prime

Nov 02, 2017

This issue had some ... issues. First of all the dialog is dreadful. The only splash page is literally the first pages ruined by 13 bubbles crammed together. It was cool to see the villain costumes but covered by these bubbles made it look terrible. Accompanied by Goldballs jealousy this was just painful to read. There was almost no action. Only 2 panels contained any sort of action. Nothing else. So, on to the good things. The cover really brought me to this issue. The color art seems to change a few times through out the issue. Starts off warm with reds and yellows. Good start to the first villains' introductions. Then relaxes a bit with white backgrounds for the school and outside scenes. Then finishes with the dark look with blacks an d greens when you meet up with the Sinister Six and see who the black Iron Spider is. I know it's the first issue of this arc but I really hope this gets better. The art continues to be good but we need better plots and story telling. more