Spoiler alert! Next week's issue of Amazing Spider-Man #37 is about to be released, and it's going to be packed with exciting content. As the Spider-Man titles prepare for the much-anticipated Gang War crossover, this issue takes a momentary detour from the intense drama surrounding Spider-Man's recent encounter with Norman Osborn's sins. Instead, get ready for a side-splitting interlude featuring Spider-Man's mischievous alter ego, Rek-Rap, the demonic Bizarro version. Check out this CBR exclusive preview for a taste of the hilarious adventure that awaits in Amazing Spider-Man #37!
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #37
Amazing Spider-Man #37 features an exciting creative team, including writer Zeb Wells and talented artists Ed McGuinness, Emilio Laiso, Mark Farmer, Wade Von Grawbadgerr, and colorists Marcio Menyz and Erick Arcinega. The story follows up on the previous issue's Rek-Rap storyline, where Spider-Man and Mayor Luke Cage sought help from Madelyne Pryor at the Limbo embassy. Their goal was to address the damage caused by the rogue demons plaguing New York City. However, their request for assistance took an unexpected turn when Pryor unleashed a new demon known as the Repossessor, or Re-Po for short. Now, Spider-Man must find a way to halt Re-Po's pursuit of Rek-Rap and prevent further chaos.
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #37
ZEB WELLS (W) • ED McGUINNESS (A/C)
DISNEY100 Variant Cover by PAOLO DE LORENZI
Black and White DISNEY100 Variant Cover by PAOLO DE LORENZI
Variant Cover by ARTHUR ADAMS
Variant Cover by ED MCGUINNESS
Stormbreakers Variant Cover by FEDERICO VICENTINI
GANG WAR: FIRST STRIKE!
Rek-Rap returns!
The fun-house reflection of Spider-Man could potentially provide the assistance he needs to overcome the persistent darkness that haunts him.
Unfortunately, Rek-Rap's potential aid is hindered by being relentlessly pursued by a terrifying new Spidey-Villain, the most frightening one to emerge in recent decades.
GANG WAR IS COMING!
32 PGS./Rated T …$4.99
Rek-Rap, a demon whom Spider-Man rescued in the Dark Web crossover, became an ardent admirer of the web-slinger and decided to embrace the role of a superhero himself, modeling his persona after Spider-Man. This character concept takes inspiration from Bizarro, a backward incarnation of Superman. In fact, Rek-Rap is essentially a reversed version of Spider-Man, even deriving his name, "Parker," from Spider-Man's alter ego. Alongside Rek-Rap, there is a group of other demons who pretend to be alternative versions of Spider-Man's famous foes. These imitators also face the wrath of Re-Po.
In the preview pages, we gain insight into Rek-Rap's backstory through his perspective (illustrated by guest artist Emilio Laiso). The flashback portrays Rek-Rap engaging in a mock battle with one of his demon "Rogues," Kraken the Hunter, as they recreate the iconic confrontation between Spider-Man and Kraven the Hunter. Intriguingly, Kraken mistakenly believes that he must wed Rek-Rap, whereas Rek-Rap corrects him, explaining that his intention is to bury him alive. This revelation shocks Kraken as he views such sadistic intentions as appalling. However, when Re-Po materializes and forcibly transports Kraken back to Limbo, Rek-Rap seeks assistance from Spider-Man.
Spider-Man promptly confronts Rek-Rap for feigning ignorance about Re-Po's identity. Both Spider-Man and Rek-Rap witnessed Re-Po transporting one of Rek-Rap's "Rogues" to Limbo in the previous issue. However, Rek-Rap remains evasive about the reason behind his inability to return to Limbo. The explanation for Rek-Rap's adamant refusal to go back to Limbo will be revealed in next week's release of Amazing Spider-Man #37.
Source: Marvel
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am excited about the upcoming issue of Amazing Spider-Man #37. The story seems like a lot of fun, and I can't wait to see how Spider-Man battles his demonic alter ego, Rek-Rap. I think it's really cool that Rek-Rap is a Bizarro version of Spider-Man, and I'm curious to see how his character develops. I'm also interested in learning more about the other demons who pretend to be alternative versions of Spider-Man's famous foes.
I think it's great that Marvel is taking a momentary detour from the intense drama surrounding Spider-Man's recent encounter with Norman Osborn's sins. It's important to have some lighter moments in a comic book series, and I think this issue will provide some much-needed comic relief. I'm looking forward to reading Amazing Spider-Man #37 and seeing how the story unfolds.
