The MCU's recent introduction of the multiverse has created a wealth of possibilities regarding alternate versions of Peter Parker, Marvel's classic interpretation of Spider-Man. Peter Parker, however, is not Marvel's only spider-powered character. Without even traveling too far into the multiverse, there are multiple Marvel characters who have wielded spider-like abilities in one form or another.

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While some, via time travel and similar shenanigans, have originated from throughout the multiverse and later found their way into Marvel's Universe 616 mainstream reality, most of Marvel's alternate spider-powered characters hail from the prime Marvel Comics Universe. Peter Parker is obviously the most well-known, but Marvel Comics has an impressive amount of other spider-powered characters.

Mattie Franklin

Mattie Franklin declares herself as Spider-Woman to a character off panel.

The teenage niece of notoriously mustachioed Daily Bugle publisher J. Jonah Jameson, Martha "Mattie" Franklin found herself imbued with spider-like abilities following her unwitting involvement in an ancient, arcane ritual. After encountering both Jessica Drew, the original Spider-Woman, and Peter Parker, the Amazing Spider-Man, Mattie became inspired, determined to use her powers in pursuit of heroism as the third incarnation of Spider-Woman.

While her super-powered career was unfortunately lackluster, Mattie later adapted her experiences as a fledgling adventurer into a mentorship role alongside fellow retired heroes in 2005's Loners mini-series.

Ezekiel Sims

Spider-Man Meets Ezekiel Sims

Granted spider-like abilities via mystical means at a young age, Ezekiel spent many years utilizing his great powers irresponsibly, amassing an impressive amount of personal wealth and funding dozens of business ventures. Eventually, however, he learned his gifts came with an attached curse and changed course from his selfish ways.

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After some self re-evaluation, Ezekiel dedicated himself to teaching other spider-powered individuals, later mentoring Peter Parker during his mutation in The Other storyline. He later added to his resume when he coached a fledgling Anya Corazon as she learned to master her nascent spider-powers.

Doppelgänger

Spider-Man's Doppelganger

A savage, six-armed, monstrous version of Spider-Man manifested from a shattered alternate dimension, The Doppelgänger first appeared in Marvel's 1992 Infinity War crossover alongside an army of dark counterparts of Marvel's other established heroes.

Following the finale of that crossover, the Spider-Man Doppelgänger would be the only survivor of his universe, trapped in the 616. With limited intelligence, Doppelgänger was easily recruited into Cletus (then-host of the Carnage symbiote) Kasady's army during 1993's highly acclaimed Maximum Carnage crossover, where he would play a pivotal role. Doppelgänger has been used sparingly since, but each of his appearances represents a horrifying interpretation of the way Peter Parker's powers could potentially be utilized.

Julia Carpenter

Spider Woman Julia Carpenter uses her powers in Marvel Comics.

Longtime US government agent Julia Carpenter was granted spider-powers during an experimental gene-enhancing procedure, headed by tenured NSA Mutant Liason Valerie Cooper. After being granted powers similar to those of Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man, she became one of the government's most valued assets, first as a member of the reformed evil mutant team Freedom Force, and later as a founding member of Force Works alongside Iron Man and his reformed West Coast Avengers. In recent years, Julia has assumed the role formerly inhabited by the enigmatic Madame Webb as the curator of the multiversal "Web of Life" from which she oversees all spider-powered beings across infinite universes.

Anya Corazon

Anya Corazon Spider-Girl

When Marvel Comics relaunched their anthology series Amazing Fantasy, the title from which Spider-Man himself first debuted, they couldn't have predicted the way in which lightning would proverbially strike twice. Debuting in 2004 and intended as a new generation's interpretation of the teenage angst-ridden adventures of Marvel's original wall-crawler, the early exploits of Anya Corazon were classic Spider-Man adventures with a modern, more sophisticated edge.

Initially known as Araña (Spanish for "Spider"), Anya has since graduated into the role of Marvel's first official mainstream universe version of Spider-Girl. Under this superhero moniker, she has gained exceptional prominence, featuring heavily in 2009's Grim Hunt, 2011's Spider-Island, and the critically acclaimed 2014 Spider-Verse comic event series.

Miguel O'Hara

Miguel O'Hara Spider-Man 2099

The Spider-Man of a dystopian future world in the year 2099, Miguel O'Hara's adventures were initially a heavily silver-age influenced, new-age take on the Spider-Man mythos and its themes of power weighed against inherent responsibility. As Marvel's extended universes have continued to overlap in the modern era, Miguel's most recent exploits have brought him into the mainstream 616 Marvel universe from which his namesake hails.

Rather than a radioactive spider bite, Miguel's powers come from having his genes literally spliced with spider DNA, granting him the same wall-crawling abilities of his predecessor, but with notable upgrades. Miguel's unique abilities include finger "talons" which he can both climb and fight with, and the ability to generate his own biological webbing.

Kaine Parker

Kaine Parker, Scarlet Spider in Marvel comics

The first of The Jackal's clones of Peter Parker, Kaine was a mysterious and imminent threat during 1994's infamous Spider-Man event, the Clone Saga. After years of abusing his spider powers, with no sense of responsibility, Kaine would eventually attempt to follow in the footsteps of his progenitor, becoming the second Scarlet Spider.

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Although hesitant to be called a hero, Kaine nonetheless adapted to the role, joining a reformed version of the New Warriors and establishing himself as the premier guardian of Houston, Texas. Far from the big city drama of Spider-Man's increasingly complicated adventures, the perennial outcast Kaine found peace in his new role as a protector and simultaneously proved that he was every bit the hero as Peter Parker himself.

Jessica Drew

Jessica Drew as Spider-Woman

The original Spider-Woman, Jessica Drew's genes were spliced as a child with the DNA of multiple rare species of spiders by her brilliant geneticist father in an effort to save her life after contracting radiation poisoning. While the process succeeded, the necessary incubation took decades, resulting in Jessica awakening from suspended animation as an adult with incredible powers, but little in the way of life experience. Her naivete was exploited early on by the terrorist organization Hydra, but Jessica later found redemption after joining the ranks of SHIELD.

A master of espionage, Jessica is also versed in multiple forms of combat. She supplements these abilities with increased strength and speed, as well as the ability to generate bio-electric "venom blasts." She has been a terrorist, a spy, and an Avenger, but Jessica's greatest challenge was learning to juggle her heroic persona with her most recent role as a new mother.

Miles Morales

Miles Morales Spider-Man

Since inheriting the mantel of Spider-Man following the death of his world's Peter Parker, Miles Morales has done an admirable job living up to the original's heroic legacy. With a sense of wonder reminiscent of the Silver Age adventures of a young Peter Parker, the adventures of Miles Morales have established him as the definitive Spider-Man of the modern generation.

Since being incorporated into the mainstream Marvel Universe following 2015's multiverse-shattering Secret Wars event, Miles has become both an Avenger and the co-leader of a new incarnation of The Champions, while being mentored along his heroic journey by the original Peter Parker.

Ben Reilly

Ben Reilly as Scarlet Spider swinging with his webs in Marvel Comics.

The most well-known clone of Peter Parker, Ben Reilly possesses all of Peter's early memories, complete with the classic morality lesson of power and responsibility, and Parker's early adventures as Spider-Man. Following a self-imposed exile, the presumed dead Reilly resurfaced during a tumultuous era in Parker's heroic career, kicking off the infamous Clone Saga comic storyline. At one point during the course of these convoluted events, Reilly believed himself to in fact be the original wall-crawler. In spite of this, he recognized the life that Peter Parker had built and selflessly chose to reinvent his own identity. In doing so, Reilly allowed Peter to remain living the potential life that could have been his.

Every bit the hero as his progenitor, Reilly's sense of responsibility may be even greater than that of Peter Parker himself. This is especially evident in his chosen name, an homage to both his Uncle Ben and Aunt May, whose maiden name is Reilly, as well as his unwavering moral compass. He once briefly even "reclaimed" the mantel of Spider-Man, allowing Peter to finally, albeit temporarily, retire.

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