Worst Spider-Man Villain Ever + 7 Must-Read Comics!

Marvel created the dumbest Spider-Man villain in years—and then tried to explain everything after he died.

Marvel Comics drops one of the strangest follow-ups in recent memory with Amazing Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral – Body Count, finally attempting to explain Torment after the event already ended. Instead of clarifying anything, the issue highlights just how broken this character and story were from the start. The motivation is all over the place, the logic doesn’t hold up, and it raises serious questions about how this ever made it through editorial in the first place.

Thankfully, not everything this week is a disaster. After a brutal stretch, DC and the indie scene actually deliver multiple books worth recommending. From Geiger continuing to build momentum, to Absolute Batman leaning into its strongest elements, and several genuinely fun surprises, this week proves there are still comics worth your time—just not from Marvel.endations, there are still comics this week that deliver real value.

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Then it’s time for the week’s must-read comics:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #328 — Image/Skybound
Writer: Larry Hama
Artist: Andrew Krahnke
A split-tone issue that turns from straightforward action into something far more surreal, with a second half that hints at bigger developments ahead.

Geiger #23 — Image Comics
Writer: Geoff Johns
Artist: Gary Frank
A high-tension issue packed with emotional weight and strong character moments, pushing the larger mystery forward in a big way.

Space Ghost #11 — Dynamite Comics
Writer: David Pepose
Artist: Jonathan Lau
Non-stop action across multiple timelines as everything escalates toward a massive confrontation.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18 — IDW Publishing
Writer: Gene Luen Yang
Artist: Freddie Williams II
A wild, high-concept issue blending supernatural elements with character-driven stakes.

Absolute Batman #20 — DC Comics
Writer: Scott Snyder
Artist: Nick Dragotta
A chaotic, over-the-top issue with a standout Scarecrow and major developments surrounding Gotham.

Emperor Aquaman #17 — DC Comics
Writer: Jeremy Adams
Artist: John Timms
A surprisingly emotional issue that turns an unlikely character into one of the highlights of the week.

The Fury of Firestorm #2 — DC Comics
Writer: Jeff Lemire
Artist: Rafael De Latorre
A fast-paced origin that blends superhero action with horror elements in a way that feels fresh and accessible.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:02 Marvel Explain Torment After ASM/Venom: Death Spiral
03:53 G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #328
05:09 Geiger #23
07:01 Space Ghost #11
8:36 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18
10:14 Absolute Batman #20
12:16 Emperor Aquaman #17
14:21 The Fury of Firestorm #2

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