Spider-Man Summer Special #1980
In "The Sinister Six!", Dr. Octopus assembles a team of Spider-Man’s most notorious foes to strike at the heart of his life—capturing Betty Brant and Aunt May in a high-stakes gambit that forces the web-slinger to confront them all at once. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with sharp, dynamic art by Steve Ditko—both inks and pencils—this 1980 Marvel UK special delivers a classic, tightly wound showdown with a lineup that would become legend. The cover by Steve Ditko captures the moment with chilling precision, setting the tone for a battle that tests Spider-Man’s limits.
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Dr. Octopus organizes the Sinister Six, composed of other Spider-Man Villains. They capture Betty Brant and Aunt May and force Spider-Man to rescue them.
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