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Scarlet Spider

Scarlet Spider
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Creation & Design

Created by writer Gerry Conway and artist Ross Andru, Ben Reilly was introduced as a clone of Peter Parker, the original Spider-Man.

Early Years

Initially appearing in 'The Amazing Spider-Man #149', Ben Reilly's character was developed further in the 1990s during the Clone Saga, where he took on the mantle of Scarlet Spider.

Character Development

Over the years, Ben Reilly has evolved from a mere clone of Peter Parker to a fully realized character with his own identity, struggles, and heroic journey.

Cultural Reception

The character of Scarlet Spider has received mixed reviews, with some fans embracing his unique take on the Spider-Man legacy, while others criticize the complexities of the Clone Saga.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ben Reilly
Aliases:
Scarlet Spider, Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Spider-Man, The Avengers, The New Warriors
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Wall-crawling, Spider-sense, Regenerative healing
Equipment:
Web-shooters, Spider suit
Weight:
165lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde
Marvel Nov 1994

Web of Spider-Man #118

Web of Spider-Man #118
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1st appearance of Ben Reilly as Scarlet Spider, introduced as a clone in The Amazing Spider-Man #149 (1975)
There is a notation on some CGC graded slabs that notate a 'Marvel Direct Marketing' that does not appear to have an affect on value
Marvel Nov 1994

Spider-Man #52

Spider-Man #52
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2nd appearance of Ben Reilly as the Scarlet Spider
First mention of the name Scarlet Spider, coined by a reporter
Part two of a four part story that began with the introduction of Scarlet Spider in Web of Spider-Man #118
Marvel Feb 1996

Amazing Spider-Man #408

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Amazing Spider-Man #408
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Limited edition variant sold at Camelot Music stores
Polybagged with a cassette tape featuring The Ramones covering the Spider-Man TV theme song
Connecting cover with Spectacular Spider-Man #231, Sensational Spider-Man #1 and Spider-Man #65
Marvel Mar 2012 Vol 2

Scarlet Spider #1

Scarlet Spider #1
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1st appearance Maria Aracely Penalba who later becomes Hummingbird
1st appearance of Annabelle Adams, love interest of Kaine
[August 2025 - a rumor is circulating online that Sadie Sink's "codename" in Spider-Man: Brand New Day is Annabelle Adams]
Marvel Jan 2019

Spider-Man: Ben Reilly Omnibus #1

Omnibus
Spider-Man: Ben Reilly #1
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304-page, hardcover omnibus that collects:
Web of Scarlet Spider (1995) #1 - #4
Amazing Scarlet Spider (1995) #1 - #2
Scarlet Spider (1995) #1 - #2
Spectacular Scarlet Spider (1995) #1 - #2
Scarlet Spider Unlimited (1995)
Green Goblin (1995) #3
Sensational Spider-Man (1996) #0 - #3
Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #407 - #410
Amazing Spider-Man Annual 1996
Spider-Man (1990) #64 - #67
New Warriors (1990) #67
Spectacular Spider-Man (1976) #230 - #233
Spider-Man/Punisher: Family Plot (1996) #1 - #2
Spider-Man Holiday Special 1995
Spider-Man: The Final Adventure (1995) #1 - #4
Spider-Man Unlimited (1993) #11
Spider-Man Team-Up (1995) #2 - #3
Venom: Along Came a Spider (1996) #1 - #4 (partial)
Original retail price: $125.00

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