Marvel Masterworks #16
In "If This Be My Destiny...!", Spider-Man faces his greatest trial yet—trapped beneath collapsing debris in a drowning underwater base, with Aunt May's life hanging in the balance. Written by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, with art, inks, and cover by Ditko, this gripping tale showcases Spidey's resilience and courage under extreme pressure. The dynamic artwork and tense pacing make this a standout entry in the Marvel Masterworks series.
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Trapped under a pile of rubble in an underwater base that is filling with water, Spidey has to use all of his strength and determination to break himself free as Aunt May's life hangs in the balance. Spidey escapes and takes down Doc Ock's goons so he can deliver a serum that will remove the radiation from his Aunt's system.
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