Summary
- The Green Goblin’s obsession with Spider-Man has its origins in jealousy; Norman Osborn admits that he wants to be smarter than Peter Parker.
- Spider-Goblin’s possession of Spider-Man’s body forces Osborn to face his insecurities and realize the truth about his possession.
- Despite their turbulent history, Osborn and Parker must work together to stop the Green Goblin once and for all in The Amazing Spider-Man #54.
Warning: Contains spoilers for The Amazing Spider-Man #54!
Green Goblin And Spider Man have a rivalry that has lasted 60 years. After so long, it’s hard to remember why the fight started in the first place. All that’s left now is this bitter anger at the other side – but Marvel just changed the game by and reveals why the Green Goblin was so obsessed with Spider-Man in the first place. And the answer is satisfyingly perfect.
The Green Goblin, Marvel’s craziest villain, has just been defeated by the Spider Goblin, who has taken possession of Spider-Man’s body. The Amazing Spiderman #54 by Zeb Wells and Ed McGuinness. Sharing the Green Goblin’s sins seems to create a soul mate between the Spider Goblin and Norman Osborn, leading Osborn to finally admit the truth.
Being in Peter Parker’s body has allowed the Spider Goblin to truly understand what Parker has that Norman lacks. When he was accused of being possessed because Spider-Man is smarter than the Green Goblin, Norman Osborn has to agree.
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The Green Goblin’s obsession with Spider-Man has a simple answer
Norman Osborn became a villain out of jealousy
It’s no secret that Spider-Man is better, faster, and stronger than the Green Goblin. He’s also much more intelligent, outdoing him in inventions and strategies at every turn. While this is to be expected for a science hero like Spider-Man, the fact that Norman Osborn admits this reveals his inner obsession. As a scientist with a huge ego, Norman has a strong need to be the smartest in the room. SFrom the beginning, the Green Goblin has always tried to be smarter than Peter Parker.
However, his plans have proven fruitless time and time again. The Green Goblin’s failures fuel his obsession and he is now practically addicted to fighting Spider-Man. Even though Spider-Man is once again living out his dark side as Venom, Peter Parker is both a smarter hero and a smarter villain. This leaves the Green Goblin with a choice – lose to the Spider-Goblin or put aside his obsession and ask his sworn enemy, Spider-Man, for help.
Green Goblin vs. Spider-Man: 60 years in development
Norman Osborn and Peter Parker fight against the goblin spirit
If Osborn can overcome his obsession after 60 years, he and Spider-Man may be able to stop the Green Goblin once and for all.
Seeing Norman Osborn and Peter Parker fight together to stop the Goblin is one of the most surprising moments in Marvel right now. When the Green Goblin is completely removed from the situation, Parker is just a young man and Osborn is a sort of father figure to him. His jealous obsession with his intelligence is a kind of pride in all the wonderful things Spider-Man can do. In his own crazy way, he honors Spider-Man’s intelligence every time he loses a fight.
While Norman Osborn cares for Peter Parker like a father, the Green Goblin hates him and wants to devour his soul. If Osborn can put aside his jealous obsession after 60 years, he and Spider Man can stop the Green Goblin once and for all. If not, this rivalry will probably continue for another 60 years.
The Amazing Spider-Man #54 is now on sale at Marvel Comics!
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Spider Man
Spider-Man is the name of several people who use a spider name in Marvel Comics. The various Spider-Man heroes usually get their powers from the bite of a radioactive spider. They possess super strength, agility, and intelligence, and use webs to swing and entangle their enemies. The most famous of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes in the world.
- First appearance
- Amazing imagination
- Alias
- Peter Parker, Ben Reilly, Otto Octavius, Yu Komori, Kaine Parker, Pavitr Prabhakar, William Braddock, Miles Morales, Kurt Wagner
- alliance
- Avengers, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Secret Defenders, Future Foundation, Heroes for Hire, Mighty Avengers, New Avengers, Web Warriors
- Race
- Human
