Spidey reveals his identity to Black Cat -- Spectacular Spider-Man #87 by Milgrom/Mooney, 1983
Artists: Al Milgrom (Penciller) , Jim Mooney (Inker)
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DescriptionFor a while, each Monday I will be sharing with you a significant moment from Spider-Man's life. Starting with this beauty from 1983.One of the most interesting things about the Spidey/Black Cat romance was that although Peter Parker loved Felicia Hardy as both Felicia and her Black Cat persona, Felicia only really loved Peter as Spider-Man. This is something Peter discovers on this very page from SpectSM #87 when he finally reveals his secret identity (and where he lives) to the Black Cat. This reveal clearly upsets Felicia (first three panels), and when Peter claims his love for her, she says "And I love you ... Spider-Man!" Peter takes the hint and once again dons his mask, causing Felicia to instantly brighten up and get all excited about being with her 'mystery man' once again. Well, I guess every relationship has its issues. I just love how the Black Cat is drawn here, especially with those lovely close-ups in the 4th and 9th panels. Thanks for looking! Social/Sharing |
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Hobby Halbert
Member Since 2022
1 - Posted on 7/25/2022
Wow, gorgeous sequence of panels. And those bottom panels are stunning. Amazing pickup!!
Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 7/25/2022
This was a great era for the Peter Parker title. I loved this stuff. But I have to say, I clearly remember reading this page in 1983 and being turned off by Felicia when she revealed herself to be more superficial than anything else, but I was even MORE turned off by Peter's spineless reaction to her. Seriously? She just told you she doesn't give a shit about you as a person and only cares about the thrills you provide during your side job, and you happily go along with it?!? Ugh....that was SO hard to stomach. Such a momentous time in his life though. A really fabulous page!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/25/2022
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
This was a great era for the Peter Parker title. I loved this stuff. But I have to say, I clearly remember reading this page in 1983 and being turned off by Felicia when she revealed herself to be more superficial than anything else, but I was even MORE turned off by Peter's spineless reaction to her. Seriously? She just told you she doesn't give a shit about you as a person and only cares about the thrills you provide during your side job, and you happily go along with it?!? Ugh....that was SO hard to stomach. Such a momentous time in his life though. A really fabulous page!
Some good points, Ruben. Best way to explain it is that this was Peter's "bad girl phase," and speaking from experience, clear thinking and self preservation pretty much go out the window when a guy is going through it. Plus, the Black Cat was so hot! Peter was willing to put with a lot. The crazy dynamics really made for an interesting romance.
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
2 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
This was a great era for the Peter Parker title. I loved this stuff. But I have to say, I clearly remember reading this page in 1983 and being turned off by Felicia when she revealed herself to be more superficial than anything else, but I was even MORE turned off by Peter's spineless reaction to her. Seriously? She just told you she doesn't give a shit about you as a person and only cares about the thrills you provide during your side job, and you happily go along with it?!? Ugh....that was SO hard to stomach. Such a momentous time in his life though. A really fabulous page!
I refer you to my reply to Stephan West....All the Spidey masks are sold out?
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/25/2022
Oh yeah, it was a very interesting dynamic for sure, it's just that my happiness went south right at this moment and it wasn't due to either one of them alone, but rather the BOTH of them disappointing me! But it just goes to show how great of an era this was, that a singular moment like this could stir such feelings andemotions inside me. I felt like the stories in this era really grabbed me and sucked me into their world, you know? Great times!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
Oh yeah, it was a very interesting dynamic for sure, it's just that my happiness went south right at this moment and it wasn't due to either one of them alone, but rather the BOTH of them disappointing me! But it just goes to show how great of an era this was, that a singular moment like this could stir such feelings andemotions inside me. I felt like the stories in this era really grabbed me and sucked me into their world, you know? Great times!
I totally hear ya! Giving the heroes & heroines flaws and blind spots like the rest of us mere mortals make us even more emotionally invested in the stories. Case in point, your feeling of disappointment in Spidey for staying in an unhealthy relationship and your annoyance at Felicia for belittling Peter as a person. Speaking of flaws, what bugs me is that they never show the heroes chowing down on junk food. Or gaining 10-15 pounds that they then need to struggle to drop. I seem to remember '90s Spidey being seen scarfing down a burger or a pizza every once in a while. I miss those days.
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Paul P Spiderversity wrote:
I totally hear ya! Giving the heroes & heroines flaws and blind spots like the rest of us mere mortals make us even more emotionally invested in the stories. Case in point, your feeling of disappointment in Spidey for staying in an unhealthy relationship and your annoyance at Felicia for belittling Peter as a person. Speaking of flaws, what bugs me is that they never show the heroes chowing down on junk food. Or gaining 10-15 pounds that they then need to struggle to drop. I seem to remember '90s Spidey being seen scarfing down a burger or a pizza every once in a while. I miss those days.
Oh wait, we did get Fat Thor in the MCU movies. So yeah, Marvel does address the flaw of overeating too. Good for them!!
West Stephan
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 7/25/2022
The ultimate rejection. I love you, but only the exciting parts, the rest of you is as boring at peanut butter!
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
West Stephan wrote:
The ultimate rejection. I love you, but only the exciting parts, the rest of you is as boring at peanut butter!
C'mon, you would wear the mask too.
Troy C. Punswick
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Such a major acquisition for you! Congrats!!!
Vik V
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Beautiful drawn page! And a nice Spidey story! Congrats
Paul Roach
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
A great story page, nicely inked by the ever-amazing Jim Mooney.
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
But of course Felicia is crazy. They did lock her up for mental health issues. Bedtime, with poor Peter forced to wear the mask. A vision I could not unimagine at the time.
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
Posted on 7/26/2022
Peter Sullivan wrote:
But of course Felicia is crazy. They did lock her up for mental health issues. Bedtime, with poor Peter forced to wear the mask. A vision I could not unimagine at the time.
Hahaha that bedtime mask comment gave me a good laugh.
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Ohh, so jealous here! A nice Milgrom Spec Spidey example is still on the checklist yet to be checked. Classic angst that was a part of the series between this on-again-off-again couple, and I love it! Keep that mask on, Pete ;) Congrats, Paul!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
K Gearon wrote:
Ohh, so jealous here! A nice Milgrom Spec Spidey example is still on the checklist yet to be checked. Classic angst that was a part of the series between this on-again-off-again couple, and I love it! Keep that mask on, Pete ;) Congrats, Paul!
Thanks for the great comment, K! There sure was a lot of angst involved with this relationship. And yet, there must have been some real comfort in dating someone who was also in "the biz." You keep the same hours, you can team up, and you can dryclean your costumes together!
Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
A HUGE moment in the Spidey/Black Cat relationship. I remember picking up this period of PPTSSM issues in quarter bins in '86, making them and the early issues of Web of Spider-Man my first real comic book exposure to the world of Peter Parker. Classic stuff that's still a great read today.
Wolvie Fan
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
I've always enjoyed Black Cat and Spidey's chemistry (or lack thereof as Peter Parker). Great page, Paul. Black Cat looks fantastic in this page!
J. Sid
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
It's shocking to think of how many great moments Al Milgrom gave us.... nice page!
Eric B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Tremendous moment. Beautiful page. Huge congrats Paul.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
She may be crazy but it just may be a lunatic that Peter is looking for...everyone loves the Black Cat!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/27/2022
Are we any different? We value Spidey in his mask and in costume on our original art over plain Peter Parker pages. This is a gorgeous page with those Jim Mooney inks that have that soft romantic touch.
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/27/2022
Marcus Wai wrote:
Are we any different? We value Spidey in his mask and in costume on our original art over plain Peter Parker pages. This is a gorgeous page with those Jim Mooney inks that have that soft romantic touch.
That is a VERY good point, Marcus. We are all like the Black Cat in that we want Spidey in mask & costume on our original art pages. Art imitating life, and vice versa! Well done!!
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/28/2022
Paul P Spiderversity wrote:
That is a VERY good point, Marcus. We are all like the Black Cat in that we want Spidey in mask & costume on our original art pages. Art imitating life, and vice versa! Well done!!
They are easier to sell. Thats why we value them more. We are all shallow. I refer to it as Batman punching the Joker through a wall syndrome. Of course theres no action in this page but it does have emotion and a very hot lady. Wheres my Spidey mask gone?
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 7/27/2022
Jim Mooney inks are always great. lovely content here. A really great score!
David Matheny
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 7/27/2022
wow. lovely as it is historic. just wow. thanks for sharing.
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/28/2022
Jimmy Cawley wrote:
She's no Debbie Whitman!
Proof of Peters stupidity is that he keeps missing ladies throwing themselves at him.
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