Spider-Girl #1, released on June 11, 2025, introduces a new hero named Makawalu "Maka" Akana, a teenager from Hawaii.
Origin and Storyline
- A Former Villain: Maka originally trained for three years under the lethal mercenary Bullseye. During this time, she operated as a villain named Funhouse.
- The Transformation: Maka is a mutant with power-absorbing abilities. During a confrontation with Spider-Boy, her powers malfunctioned, leaving her with a dark and "twisted" version of his arachnid abilities.
- A New Hero: Following Bullseye's betrayal, Maka moves to New York City to start fresh as the all-new Spider-Girl.
- The Conflict: In the debut issue, a clash with the villain Vermin reveals that a major Spider-nemesis is tracking her. The story explores her struggle with trust and whether she can truly leave her criminal past behind to become a hero.
Creative Team and Release Details
- Writer: Torunn Grønbekk (known for her work on Venom and Thor).
- Artist: André Risso, marking his Marvel Comics debut.
- Cover Artist: David Nakayama.
- Format: Ongoing solo series.