Marvel is bringing Spider-Man into a fresh new manga adventure with an original series titled Spider-Man Manga: Shadow Warrior, set to launch this fall. Spider-Man’s ventures into manga are not new, as the hero has appeared in various collaborations over the years. However, this new series takes a unique turn, combining time travel, isekai elements, and a fresh storyline that reimagines Spider-Man’s world in a new setting.
The Story
Written and illustrated by Shogo Aoki, Spider-Man Manga: Shadow Warrior is set to debut on September 16. The story transports Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and Ghost-Spider (Spider-Gwen) to 19th-century Japan, where they chase Wilson Fisk, aka Kingpin, who has mysteriously become the Governor of Edo.
The plot thickens when Kingpin introduces a powerful alien symbiote to the timeline, leading to unexpected chaos. A young man named Hyo accidentally bonds with the Venom symbiote, transforming into a new, unique version of Venom. This twist promises to shake things up, adding both excitement and unpredictability to the narrative.
Marvel teases the manga as an adventure blending superhero action with the aesthetic and storytelling style of traditional manga, making it appealing to fans of both genres. The story will feature intense battles, cultural exploration of feudal Japan, and a deeper look at the characters as they adapt to their new surroundings. The series aims to offer a fresh take on Spider-Man’s abilities, allies, and rogues, utilizing the rich creative opportunities that the format provides.
Spider-Man’s history with the medium runs deep. Over the years, Marvel has experimented with crossovers and collaborations, including a Spider-Man: The Manga series, a team-up with Attack on Titan, and a special one-shot with Iron Man, illustrated by Yu-Gi-Oh! creator Kazuki Takahashi.
Recently, Spider-Man also featured in a Spider-Verse spin-off by My Hero Academia: Vigilantes creators Hideyuki Furuhashi and Betten Court. These ventures have demonstrated how well Spider-Man’s dynamic character and abilities translate into manga storytelling.
Are you excited for this?
