Spider-Man & Wolverine Are Officially Marvel's Best Hero Friendship, As Marvel Cements an Iconic One-Off Moment as Long-Term Lore

Warning: Spoilers for The Amazing Spider-Man #60

Spider-Man and Wolverine are two superheroes who most wouldn't pair together, since they tend to interact with vastly different circles in the Marvel Universe. However, they share a surprising bond with one another that's only grown stronger with a recent development. A key moment from Spider-Man and Wolverine's past has become a long-term staple of their dynamic, solidifying their friendship as one of Marvel's best.

The preview for The Amazing Spider-Man #60 by Zeb Wells, John Romita Jr., Paolo Rivera, Patrick Gleason, Todd Nauck, and more teases a massive farewell issue for Wells and Romita Jr.'s historic run on the series. Here, readers get a glimpse of several stories that will be featured in this grand finale, featuring guest appearances from different Marvel characters like Mary-Jane Watson. One cameo stands out among the rest as a character who isn't a frequent part of Spider-Man lore, and that's none other than Wolverine.

Wolverine is shown having a drink with Spider-Man, and Peter mentions that they meet every year. This is a reference to another story where they celebrated Logan's birthday together, which has become a tradition by the looks of it. Wolverine and Spider-Man are now closer than ever before, and their bond is one that warrants recognition.

Spider-Man and Wolverine's Famous Moment Becomes an Annual Tradition

Marvel's Most Unlikely Friendship Stands The Test of Time

In a story from The Amazing Spider-Man: EXTRA! #2 by Zeb Wells and Paolo Rivera, Wolverine unexpectedly summons Spider-Man to meet him at a bar. Wolverine ends up getting in a nasty fight, which Spider-Man disapproves of. Evidently, Peter isn't enjoying himself, but the mood changes when Wolverine reveals he invited him because it's his birthday. When Peter questions why he'd invite him instead of spending the day with the X-Men, Wolverine replies, "You're a good guy. And you're dumb enough to think I am too." This heartwarming interaction alters the trajectory of Spider-Man and Wolverine's friendship in Marvel lore.

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Wolverine's loyalties lie with the X-Men first and foremost, yet it's clear that his history with them makes things complicated after fighting together for so long. Spider-Man knows less about his violence-ridden past and thus makes for easygoing company. Spider-Man has been through tough times himself, including his recent fight with Tombstone, so it's nice to see these heroes confide in each other. They may have ups and downs, and at times it's even been implied that Wolverine hates Spider-Man, but the fact that they take the time to see each other every year proves that they care about each other at their core.

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Will Spider-Man and Wolverine Get Their Own Team-Up?

While Spider-Man and Wolverine may not have a lot in common on the surface, they have the potential for a strong bond that deserves to be explored in future stories. Wolverine's team-ups with Deadpool have become iconic in the Marvel Universe, with the two of them getting a new crossover series together, so there's a chance that he and Spider-Man could share a team-up of their own now that they've gotten closer. In any case, fans of both heroes can look forward to seeing these two interact again as Spider-Man and Wolverine reunite for their wholesome new tradition.

The Amazing Spider-Man #60 is available October 30th, 2024 from Marvel Comics.

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.

Wolverine

The human mutant Wolverine (a.k.a. Logan) was born James Howlett, blessed with a superhuman healing factor, senses, and physiology. Subjecting himself to experimentation to augment his skeleton and claws with adamantium, Logan is as deadly as he is reckless, impulsive, and short-tempered. Making him the X-Men's wildest and deadliest member, and one of Marvel Comics' biggest stars. He's played in Fox and Marvel's movie franchises by Hugh Jackman.