“Amazing Spider-Man” #1000 Delayed: Printing Issues Push Back Milestone Issue, New Villain's Debut by Two Weeks

Marvel Comics' highly anticipated "Amazing Spider-Man" #1000, originally slated for release on September 16, 2026, has officially been delayed due to "printing delays." Media outlets jokingly suggested Spider-Man might have webbed up the printing presses, pushing the milestone issue's release back two weeks to September 30, 2026, leaving fans to wait a little longer.

The "Amazing Spider-Man" #1000 issue spans approximately 104 pages and is priced at $9.99. Its main story, titled "Ravaged," is penned by series writer Joe Kelly with art by Pepe Larraz.

The narrative is positioned as a culmination of Kelly and Larraz's run and a pivotal turning point for the next phase of Spider-Man's saga. Peter Parker will confront his deepest fears and face Ravage, a new antagonist described as one of the most terrifying villains in decades. Speculation suggests this character might be connected to a future character named Ravage, co-created by Stan Lee.


In an interview with ComicBook, Kelly urged readers to be fully prepared for Ravage, stating that the team designed the villain to terrify, enrage, and torment Peter Parker to his fullest potential. He expressed hope that Ravage would become a "love-to-hate" character, leaving a lasting impression on readers. Larraz also commented that Ravage needed to be visually distinct from any previous threat in Spider-Man comics, embodying the immense pressure he places on Spider-Man's life.

Beyond the main narrative, the issue features several commemorative short stories. These include Dan Slott and Marcos Martin's "Now I Can Rest," which revisits Uncle Ben's death; Brian Michael Bendis and Stuart Immonen's "The Gesture," depicting a team-up between Spider-Man and the Avengers; and "Tears of the Spider-Queen," the first collaboration between Frank Miller and Peach Momoko.


The cover will feature previously unreleased Spider-Man artwork by Steve Ditko, further enhancing the collectible value of this 1000th issue.

via: Bleeding Cool ComicBook