Spider-Girl #78
In "The People Played By Games!", Spider-Girl uncovers a shocking alliance between Dr. Octopus and the Black Tarantula, who’ve been manipulating Canis from the shadows. With tensions rising, Elan’s true identity as the Goblin Queen is revealed, leading to a dangerous kidnapping of Normie—leaving Spider-Girl racing to untangle the web before it’s too late. Written by Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz, with art by Ron Frenz and inks by Sal Buscema, this 2004 issue features a striking cover by Pat Olliffe and Al Williamson.
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Spider-Girl learns that Dr. Octopus has been working with the Black Tarantula all along to double-cross Canis. Meanwhile, Elan reveals that she is the Goblin Queen and kidnaps Normie.
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