Review: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (2024-2025) #2
Okay, folks, I’m happy to report that issue #2 is a definite step up from the first! I was already enjoying the premise, but this issue really grabbed my attention. We’re seeing Peter really get into his groove, and the budding friendship with Nico is just plain fun.
The issue kicks off with a classic Spider-Man moment: Peter testing his powers in a wrestling ring! I think it’s a nice nod to the Tobey Maguire films, and honestly, who doesn’t love seeing Spidey show off his signature moves? We get a good dose of wall-crawling, feats of strength, and general superhero awesomeness. Then, we get a fun little montage of Peter tinkering with his suit tech, which is always a treat for us science nerds.
But the real heart of this issue is the Peter/Nico dynamic. We see them navigating their new school (after the, uh, slight destruction of Midtown High), and their interactions are fantastic. Nico’s sharp wit and Peter’s awkward charm make for a really enjoyable pairing. Seriously, watching Nico verbally dismantle those jocks was pure gold.
The plot thickens as we discover the Manfredi family has upped their game, bringing in the Enforcers to deal with Spider-Man. The resulting clash is a solid action sequence, with plenty of back-and-forth blows. It ends on a cliffhanger, with the Enforcers getting the upper hand on Spidey, leaving us wondering how he’ll get out of this one.
Conclusion
Art-wise, it’s still the same cartoony style, which works well for the tone of the series. The characters are expressive, and the action scenes feel great. The writing is also on point, with snappy dialogue and a good sense of pacing. The wrestling scene was a great addition, and the cliffhanger ending definitely left me wanting more.
Overall, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #2 is a solid superhero comic. It’s got action, humor, and a great character dynamic. It’s a noticeable improvement over the first issue, and I’m excited to see where the story goes. If you’re a Spidey fan, or just looking for a fun, lighthearted superhero read, this one’s definitely worth checking out.
Overall Score: 7.25/10
What did you think of the wrestling scene? What is going to happen to Peter? Let me know in the comments!