Spider-Man Annual #[1986]
In this 1985 Marvel UK annual, Stan Lee and Steve Ditko deliver a classic clash of wits and wills in "Spider-Man Versus Doctor Octopus." When a failed experiment grants Otto Octavius terrifying control over his mechanical arms, he turns his sights on an atomic facility—only to face the web-slinger in a high-stakes battle of intellect and agility. The cover by Steve Ditko captures the tension perfectly, making this a must-have for fans of the original duo’s dynamic.
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When an experiment goes wrong, Otto Octavius gains control of his robotic arms and decides to take over an atomic facility, but Spider-Man stops him.
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