Warning: SPOILERS ahead forConquest 2099 #2
A futuristicSpider-Manvariant, Web-Weaver 2099, just debuted an intense, all-new version of the hero’s web fluid – reimagined as bloody, R-rated razor webs, used to decapitate and dismantle his enemies with just a simple flick of the wrist,showcasing what is arguably the most gruesome version of Spider-Man’s iconic weaponin Marvel history.
Conquest 2099#2 – written by Steve Orlando, with art by Ibraim Roberson and José Luis Soares Pinto – escalates Marvel’s far-flung future space epic, pitting the freshly introduced Web-Weaver against an army of vampires, resulting in a sequence of bloody panels in which Web-Weaver deploys his deadly razor webbing.
Marvel’s revitalization of its2099timeline has introduced a host of exciting new incarnations of heroes,with the dangerous new version of Web-Weaver being the latest, most dangerous character to be introduced, in all his gory glory.
Web-Weaver 2099 & His “Razor Webbing” Are The Most Intense Addition To Marvel’s Future Yet
Conquest 2099#2 – Written By Steve Orlando; Art By Ibraim Roberson & José Luis Soares Pinto; Color By Andrew Dalhouse; Ink By Oren Junior; Lettering By Corey Petit
The mainstream continuity version of Web-Weaver is a relatively new addition to the Marvel Universe – and already, with one appearance, the character’s2099equivalent has made an indelible impact onSpider-Mancanon. That is because ofthe brutal display of force that Web-Weaver 2099 unleashes in the form of the character’s “razor webbing” – an offensive version of Spidey’s traditional webbing, which makes short work of an army of space vampires. This shocking reimagining of webbing inConquest 2099#2 leaves readers to wonder in horror at the idea of it being used against non-undead opponents.
Spider-Man 2099 & Wolverine Unite as CONQUEST 2099 Redefines Marvel’s Future
Marvel’s revitalization of the “2099” imprint began with ANNIHILATION, and now the publisher has announced that will be followed by CONQUEST.
As of the character’s debut, it remains unclear who is under Web-Weaver 2099’s mask. That said,the appearance of the character’s costumeis certainly reminiscent of the hero’s modern-day counterpart, complete with a black, white, and yellow color scheme. The biggest difference, however – aside from the razor webbing – is that the 2099 version of the character has four prominent red eyes, contrasting sharply with a yellow face mask. Given the character’s impressive debut, readers should assume Web-Weaver 2099 will be play an important role inConquestmoving forward.
Web-Weaver 2099 Is Powerful Enough To Take On Dracula’s Vampire Army One-On-One
Conquest2099#2 Is Available Now From Marvel Comics
Readers are offered their first glimpse of Web-Weaver 2099 inConquest 2099 #2, in the midst of a battle between Dracula’s vampires and Spidercide 2099’s legion of spider-people, the Araneons. Aiding Spidercide on his galactic conquest as his enforcer, Web-Weaver defends the Araneons on a conquered planet, Urzon, which in the issue is invaded by a revenge-seeking Dracula and his newly-transmutated fleet of vampires. In other words, more than just a deadly new take on a Spider-hero, Web-Weaver is also deeply tied to thecosmos-spanning lore of the2099imprint.
Web-Weaver 2099’s fate in the issue is unknown, as Dracula’s Skrull enforcer, Gravehunter, tangles with the character in the final panels before severing his left arm.
Although the vampires first seem to take down the arachnids with ease,Web-Weaver’s arrival on the battlefield begins to turn the tide, as he shoots his razor webs through the bloodsuckers' mouths with ease, removing their heads from their bodies. Web-Weaver 2099’s fate in the issue is unknown, as Dracula’s Skrull enforcer, Gravehunter, tangles with the character in the final panels, before severing his left arm. The battle on Urzon does not conclude by the end of the issue, surely carrying over intoConquest 2099#3, which is where readers will get to witness the next steps for thisdeadlySpider-Manvariant.
Conquest 2099#2is available now from Marvel Comics.
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is the name given to several individuals who have employed a spider-moniker throughout Marvel Comics. Typically gaining their powers through a bite from a radioactive spider, the different Spider-Man heroes employ super-strength, agility, and intellect while utilizing webbing to swing and tangle up their foes. The most notable of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes throughout the world.
