Marvel shows off new ‘Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider’ #1 variant cover

In aniticipation of the new Spider-Gwen series Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider, Marvel Comics has released a new variant cover which is a surprise complimentary cover for comic shops to give out. Drawn by David Marquez, the variant can be picked up when the issue releases on May 22nd.

“Right after I started working on this new Spider-Gwen ongoing, I saw a little girl on Halloween dressed as Gwen and hitting some cool Spidey poses,” Phillips shared last April. “It was kind of a surreal moment to realize that I get to be a part of Gwen’s next big chapter, bringing her into the 616 and giving readers stories that make us rethink who Gwen is and what her role is within this new universe.”

So what’s Spider-Gwen: The Ghost-Spider about?

Welcome to New York! Gwen truly becomes a Ghost-Spider when she moves full time to the universe where Gwen Stacy died years ago. But why did she leave Earth-65? Why aren’t the other spiders supposed to know she’s here? Why isn’t she supposed to suit up? And who will get hurt when she does?

Check out the cover below!

Marvel

New York, NY— May 17, 2024 — Gwen Stacy of Earth-65, aka Ghost-Spider, has proven to be one of Marvel’s biggest breakout heroes of the decade, and her new ongoing solo series promises to take her to even higher heights of stardom! Writer Stephanie Phillips and artist Chris Campana’s new series, SPIDER-GWEN: THE GHOST SPIDER, will make Gwen a permeant resident of the main Marvel Universe. Gwen’s new status quo will open the door to exciting new storytelling opportunities as she hits the ground running as New York’s next great super hero. The debut issue hits stands next week, and to celebrate this highly anticipated launch, comic shops will receive a special surprise SPIDER-GWEN: THE GHOST-SPIDER #1 variant cover! The Promo Surprise Variant Cover is a thrilling image of Gwen falling into her new destiny in the 616!

TRAPPED IN THE 616…FOR GOOD! Welcome to New York! Gwen truly becomes a Ghost-Spider when she moves full time to the universe where Gwen Stacy died years ago. But why did she leave Earth-65? Why aren’t the other spiders supposed to know she’s here? Why isn’t she supposed to suit up? And who will get hurt when she does?

The SPIDER-GWEN: THE GHOST-SPIDER #1 Promo Surprise Variant Cover is the latest complimentary cover delivered from Marvel to show appreciation for retailers and build excitement for readers. Check out Marquez’s variant cover below and inquire with your local comic shop regarding availability. Stay tuned for more surprise variant covers in the near future!

SPIDER-GWEN: THE GHOST-SPIDER #1

Written by STEPHANIE PHILLIPS

Art by FEDERICA MANCIN

Cover by MARK BROOKS

Surprise Variant Cover by DAVID MARQUEZ

On Sale 5/22