Add these classic low-grade Amazing Spider-Man issues to your collection! These issues are part of the iconic Doctor Octopus story arc, with Spider-Man battling one of his most famous and dangerous villains. Each comic is individually bagged in the highest quality Mylar with acid-free boards for optimal preservation.
Issue #54 (November 1967) - "The Tentacles and the Trap!"
Cover artist: John Romita Sr.
Written by: Stan Lee
Pencils by: John Romita Sr.
Plot: Doctor Octopus has kidnapped Aunt May, and Spider-Man must find a way to rescue her without revealing his true identity! This issue sets up the major conflict in the following issues, with a tense and dramatic battle.
Major Character Appearances: Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Doctor Octopus (Otto Octavius), Aunt May.
Cultural Significance: Doc Ock is one of Spider-Man's greatest villains, and this arc showcases his genius and power, which would go on to influence later Spider-Man adaptations in film and TV.
Issue #55 (December 1967) - "Doc Ock Wins!"
Cover artist: John Romita Sr.
Written by: Stan Lee
Pencils by: John Romita Sr.
Plot: Doctor Octopus defeats Spider-Man, capturing him and continuing his reign of terror in New York. This iconic issue is best known for its memorable cover art, featuring Doc Ock’s reflection in his green glasses.
Major Character Appearances: Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Doctor Octopus (Otto Octavius).
Condition Note: Cover attached but loose, showing heavy wear with multiple creases and chipping along the spine and edges.
Cultural Significance: The cover of Issue #55 is highly sought after by collectors for its bold imagery and Romita’s striking design.
Issue #56 (January 1968) - "Disaster!"
Cover artist: John Romita Sr.
Written by: Stan Lee
Pencils by: John Romita Sr.
Plot: The story arc concludes as Spider-Man joins forces with Doctor Octopus, but not by choice. Can Peter Parker overcome this shocking twist, or is disaster inevitable?
Major Character Appearances: Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Doctor Octopus (Otto Octavius), J. Jonah Jameson.
