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Venom Epic Collection
Venom Epic Collection, Vol. 2: Lethal Protector
Collects Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #361-363, 374; Spider-Man: The Trial of Venom (1992) #1; Web of Spider-Man (1985) #95-96; Ghost Rider/Blaze: Spirits of Vengeance (1992) #5-6; Venom: Lethal Protector (1993) #1-6; material from Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #117-122; Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #373, 375.
From villain to vigilante! Follow Eddie Brock as he evolves from Spider-Man’s deadly foe into a twisted new hero — starting when Spidey recruits Venom to battle his psychopathic offspring, Carnage! But Eddie’s still out for blood, and he doesn’t care who gets in the way — even Ghost Rider! Can anyone convince him to drop his grudge against Spider-Man? Venom forges a fresh future in San Francisco, targeting those who prey on the weak! But he’ll soon find himself judged by the Jury and swarmed by strange new symbiotes! Plus: Venom shares a nightmarish team-up with Wolverine
From villain to vigilante! Follow Eddie Brock as he evolves from Spider-Man’s deadly foe into a twisted new hero — starting when Spidey recruits Venom to battle his psychopathic offspring, Carnage! But Eddie’s still out for blood, and he doesn’t care who gets in the way — even Ghost Rider! Can anyone convince him to drop his grudge against Spider-Man? Venom forges a fresh future in San Francisco, targeting those who prey on the weak! But he’ll soon find himself judged by the Jury and swarmed by strange new symbiotes! Plus: Venom shares a nightmarish team-up with Wolverine
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First published December 21, 2021
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October 5, 2022
Slowed down a bit with this one but only because I got distracted by other comics.
I actually really like how this collection shows Venom's transition from one of Spidey's most formidable enemies to a semi-partner. First, they're teaming up to take down psychopath Carnage, but then we get to see Venom calling more shots and doing his own thing.
The old school artwork is losing a bit of novelty for me, but I do really love the way the symbiotes were illustrated. I think part of the reason I love Venom is because of how he's drawn! Plus he's adaptable and constantly wanting to eat people so that's a unique sort of charm to me.
The stories contained are again well chosen, and the Lethal Protector collection at the end really highlights Venom coming into his own. Plus, the team up with Ghost Rider at the start was ridiculous fun.
I'd love to get into all the newer Venom stuff coming out but I feel like I still have so much catching up to do! So it'll probably be the next Epic collection from here for me.
I actually really like how this collection shows Venom's transition from one of Spidey's most formidable enemies to a semi-partner. First, they're teaming up to take down psychopath Carnage, but then we get to see Venom calling more shots and doing his own thing.
The old school artwork is losing a bit of novelty for me, but I do really love the way the symbiotes were illustrated. I think part of the reason I love Venom is because of how he's drawn! Plus he's adaptable and constantly wanting to eat people so that's a unique sort of charm to me.
The stories contained are again well chosen, and the Lethal Protector collection at the end really highlights Venom coming into his own. Plus, the team up with Ghost Rider at the start was ridiculous fun.
I'd love to get into all the newer Venom stuff coming out but I feel like I still have so much catching up to do! So it'll probably be the next Epic collection from here for me.
June 18, 2023
Venom the way he was meant to be.
Some of the artwork in this collection (especially «Spirits of Venom» and «Claws and Webs» series) is still to date so insane that I had a hard time turning the page.
Some of the artwork in this collection (especially «Spirits of Venom» and «Claws and Webs» series) is still to date so insane that I had a hard time turning the page.
January 13, 2026
Lethal Protector marks Venom’s transition from villain to vigilante, and introduces multiple new symbiotes to the Marvel universe, more importantly, Carnage, which we all know becomes a major villain in the future. It's all style over substance, with very basic combat-centric storylines, with the major appeal being the awesome art by Mark Bagley and Ron Lim, and Venom’s cheesy lines. In all honesty, it deserves three stars, but the kid in me loved these comics, and they're still a fun, easy read today.
March 29, 2022
Very sexy, very dramatic. Just like Eddie Brock himself; America's favorite himbo
April 1, 2023
My third book in this spontaneous Venom reading marathon of mine, and as it stands it follows the trend of the others: nothing remarkable except for few highlights here and there. The Amazing Spider-Man issues and The Trial of Venom were the most entertaining parts of this book, while I can safely call everything else somewhat of a bore.
The art was consistently good, and at this time Mark Bagley came to draw the series. I've always loved his character designs and he might possibly have my favourite designs for both Spider-Man and Venom. Even their Ultimate reincarnations he drew were great and serviced their universe's story well. Weirdly, I don't connect with his human designs as well, those big-lipped-bony chinners.
P.S. I have read Venom: Lethal Protector before reading this and was not impressed. I don't see it as the best written series on the character as some fans would argue.
The art was consistently good, and at this time Mark Bagley came to draw the series. I've always loved his character designs and he might possibly have my favourite designs for both Spider-Man and Venom. Even their Ultimate reincarnations he drew were great and serviced their universe's story well. Weirdly, I don't connect with his human designs as well, those big-lipped-bony chinners.
P.S. I have read Venom: Lethal Protector before reading this and was not impressed. I don't see it as the best written series on the character as some fans would argue.
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March 2, 2023Just straight up 90s fun
I have fond memories of Spirits of Venom and I'm glad to say I still love that story and others included in this volume today. Most of them still hold up. Also the art, new at the time (at least Kubert Bagley and Kieth) was inventive and it's hard to remember what it was really like seeing these artists with those new eyes given that they are all old pros now. It's a great collection, I would recommend it to anyone that loves early Venom stories.
I have fond memories of Spirits of Venom and I'm glad to say I still love that story and others included in this volume today. Most of them still hold up. Also the art, new at the time (at least Kubert Bagley and Kieth) was inventive and it's hard to remember what it was really like seeing these artists with those new eyes given that they are all old pros now. It's a great collection, I would recommend it to anyone that loves early Venom stories.
May 20, 2025
an improvement over the last one (which I also really enjoyed), there's a lot to like here. mostly written by David Michelinie, who is one of my favorite Spidey writers, but also illustrated by two of my favorite marvel artists in Mark Bagley and Ron Lim. the only real issue is that I wasn't a huge fan of the ghost Rider crossover, which was surprising because that's another favorite character of mine, but it didn't click for me here.
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February 24, 2022I honestly can not rate this novel, as I just skimmed through it. It is going to be shelved in the teen section of my library, but I am iffy as I think it may appeal more to an adult crowd just from what I skimmed through.
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May 23, 2022The Spirits of Vengeance X-over alone makes this worth it
The Ghost Rider/Blaze crossover alone is the reason I got this. THEN, the 1st Carnage story. Some of the absolute best Spidey 1990s comics ever
The Ghost Rider/Blaze crossover alone is the reason I got this. THEN, the 1st Carnage story. Some of the absolute best Spidey 1990s comics ever
February 12, 2025
A fun, Venom-ous romp throughout. This has to be the era with some of the BEST Venom (and comics) artwork around, and the stories (although occasionally a little bloated) are action-packed and satisfying. Carnage! Daredevil! Ghost Rider! Blaze! Hobgoblin! Doppelgängers! Wolverine! And…five more new (however short-lived…or are they?) symbiotes!
Initially, Venom’s sole mission is to kill Peter Parker/Spider-Man. While attempting to accomplish this, Venom somewhat abides by a twisted version of Spidey’s defining maxim: “with great power there must also come — great responsibility!” (and maybe some mild violence and only a *little* bit of death and destruction). This takes shape as protecting the innocent even at the expense of the guilty.
As Venom comes to realize that their thirst for Spider-Man’s death usually leaves innocents (those they’ve vowed to protect and hold dear) in the line of fire (or worse), a tenuous deal is struck between Spidey and Venom, so the symbiote-clad anti-hero decides to apply that power elsewhere in San Francisco. Some shady scientists hamper part of their plan to save a secret underground city from destruction, but that doesn’t stop our slimy son-of-a-gun from becoming the Lethal Protector they were destined to be.
This collection has a great supporting cast of characters and cameos across multiple Marvel titles leading up to (and ending with) a great first Venom mini-series. Essential reading for any avid Spider-Man or Venom fan.
We are…VENOM!
Initially, Venom’s sole mission is to kill Peter Parker/Spider-Man. While attempting to accomplish this, Venom somewhat abides by a twisted version of Spidey’s defining maxim: “with great power there must also come — great responsibility!” (and maybe some mild violence and only a *little* bit of death and destruction). This takes shape as protecting the innocent even at the expense of the guilty.
As Venom comes to realize that their thirst for Spider-Man’s death usually leaves innocents (those they’ve vowed to protect and hold dear) in the line of fire (or worse), a tenuous deal is struck between Spidey and Venom, so the symbiote-clad anti-hero decides to apply that power elsewhere in San Francisco. Some shady scientists hamper part of their plan to save a secret underground city from destruction, but that doesn’t stop our slimy son-of-a-gun from becoming the Lethal Protector they were destined to be.
This collection has a great supporting cast of characters and cameos across multiple Marvel titles leading up to (and ending with) a great first Venom mini-series. Essential reading for any avid Spider-Man or Venom fan.
We are…VENOM!
April 1, 2022
Many the Nineties were eXtreme to the maxx. 3.5
April 18, 2022
Nonsensical at times but there's a lot of fun to be had throughout this sizable collection.
August 28, 2023
Better then the first one, but still has mediocre moments and repetitive stories. Lethal Protector was the only above average story in my opinion.
January 31, 2024
Venom, Spidey, Ghost Rider, oh my! This was a good one!
July 26, 2024
I only bought this book because it included Carnage first appearance, however I was pleasantly surprised to really enjoy all the other storylines in the book.
Would recommend to any Spidey or Venom fan!
Would recommend to any Spidey or Venom fan!
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