Spider-Man Limited Series To Dive Into The Osborn Family Secrets

Legendary Spider-Man writer returns for Spider-Man: Shadow of the Green Goblin.

J.M. DeMatteis, a renowned writer of Spider-Man story, is bringing fans an exciting new limited series. He will team up with emerging artist Michael Sta. Maria for Shadow of the Green Goblin. In this series, they will delve into the dark secrets of the Osborn family. DeMatteis, famous for his work on classic Spider-Man tales such as Kraven’s Last Hunt, will continue to shape the web-slinger’s legacy with a story that takes place during Peter Parker’s early days as Spider-Man.

The story takes place while Peter, who is struggling with the responsibilities of being a superhero, also grieves the loss of his Uncle Ben. As he becomes entangled in a dark drama involving the Osborn family, Peter uncovers a hidden truth that dates back to the origins of the Green Goblin legacy. This narrative promises to reveal the untold history of Norman Osborn and the shocking revelations surrounding the Proto-Goblin.

It’s a common misconception that Norman Osborn was the first Goblin.

However, the upcoming series will unveil the truth about the Proto-Goblin, shedding light on this mysterious character. The story will revisit the events of Spider-Man #1, which took place in 1997. It revealed the tragic tale of Nels van Adder. Nels was Norman Osborn’s research assistant and the first test subject for the “Goblin formula,” which transformed him into Proto-Goblin. The story guarantees an exciting venture into Peter’s mind during his early days as Spider-Man. It also offers a thorough investigation of the Osborn family’s turbulent past. Fans can expect a fascinating expedition into unfamiliar domains, revealing hidden truths that reshape the dynamics between Peter, Norman, and Harry Osborn.

This limited series is set to be released on April 3rd and promises to be a thrilling chapter in Spider-Man’s story, full of nostalgia, suspense, and revelations that will leave fans on the edge of their seats. Read more Comic News on Nerdtropolis and make sure to subscribe to our YouTube.


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Sean Tajipour is the Founder and Editor of Nerdtropolis and the host of the Moviegoers Society and Reel Insights Podcast. He is also a member of the Critics Choice Association. You can follow on Twitter and Instagram @Seantaj.

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