Summary

  • In Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1, the newly vampirized young Spider-Man showcases incredible speed and camouflage abilities, earning him a new moniker after a daring rescue mission.
  • Despite facing tough challenges, Miles has found at least one upside of his newfound vampiric abilities: super-speed unlike anything he's ever managed before.
  • Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1 helps solidify Miels as Marvel's top Spider-Man, as his new power upgrades vault him above even the iconic Peter Parker.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1!!

Since becoming Spider-Man, Miles Morales' life has been riddled with changes. He's had to adapt to his own unique powerset, which sets him apart from his fellow Spiders, contend with the multiverse, and even begin navigating vampirism. It's not easy being Spidey, but there are plenty of perks – including his incredible speed that earned him the new nickname after saving dozens of civilians from a runaway car.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1 – written by Cody Ziglar, with art by David Baldeón – kicks off with Miles heading down to Puerto Rico for some quality time with his abuela. As the two shop at an outdoor market, an out of control vehicle speeds toward them, setting off Miles' Spider Sense and urging him to action.

A camouflaged Miles Morales Spider-Man stops a car as his grandmother yells, "Espiritu!"

Since he doesn't have the benefit of his suit, that means going full camouflage; with only a second to act, he moves faster than ever before, and his own grandmother believes a benevolent spirit, or "Espiritu", saved her and the other civilians.

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Miles Morales' New Power Upgrade Could Make Him the Most Powerful Spider-Man

One power upgrade is all it takes to solidify Miles Morales as the most powerful Spider-Man Marvel has to offer, hinting that he's been holding back.

Miles Morales Just Accessed a New Top Speed, And Earned A New Moniker In The Process

Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1 – Written By Cody Ziglar; Art By David Baldeón, Dono Sánchez-Almara, & Cory Petit

Camouflaged Miles Morales (Spider-Man) stops a car crash from multiple angles.

While Miles doesn't specify how fast he's going, as the runaway car careens toward his grandmother, he knows that it's faster than he's ever moved.

Life has not been particularly kind to Miles lately. Though vampires can now walk in the sun, Miles still numbers the most powerful Spider-Man around, and the combination of his venom blasts, ultra-keen Spider Sense, and camouflage abilities already make him a total powerhouse. Considering his powers' new paradigm, it is no surprise he's not aware of what he's capable of until an important moment forces him to tap into it.

Miles Morales' Spidey sense activates and he goes into camo mode to stop a car crash.

While Miles doesn't specify how fast he's going, as the runaway car careens toward his grandmother, he knows that it's faster than he's ever moved. He appears to be acting with such speed that he's practically in multiple places at the same time, moving several people out of the way and stopping the car from going any further. His incredible speed, combined with extraordinary camouflage that renders him invisible, truly does give the appearance that a ghost is offering protection. It's a clever way to protect his identity and save the day, making it a tactic worth ing.

The world may need Spider-Man even when he's not fully prepared, and Miles' newfound top speed makes it easier for him to act.

Miles' New Speed Powers Are A Benefit Of The Difficult Changes He's Been Forced To Go Through

Miles Is Marvel's Newest Daywalker

possible to have a suit on-hand, but there's no way to predict when someone needs saving. The world may need Spider-Man even when he's not fully prepared, and Miles' newfound top speed makes it easier for him to act. By tapping into his new speed and this "Espiritu" concept, Miles Morales is able to save lives faster than ever without risking his anonymity.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man Annual #1 is available now from Marvel Comics.

MILES MORALES: SPIDER-MAN ANNUAL #1 (2024)

Miles Morales Spider-Man perches with postcards in front of a Puerto Rican flag.
  • Writer: Cody Ziglar
  • Artist: David Baldeón
  • Colorist: Dono Sánchez-Almara
  • Letterer: Cory Petit
  • Cover Artist: Federico Vicentini
Spider-Man Swinging in Dodson Comic Art
Spider-Man

Spider-Man is the name given to several individuals who have employed a spider-moniker throughout Marvel Comics. Typically gaining their powers through a bite from a radioactive spider, the different Spider-Man heroes employ super-strength, agility, and intellect while utilizing webbing to swing and tangle up their foes. The most notable of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes throughout the world.