In addition to being Marvel’s flagship hero, Peter Parker and his mythos have served as an inspiration to various characters.
Author: Collier "CJ" Jennings
Collier "CJ" Jennings
Born and raised in Texas, Collier “CJ” Jennings was introduced to geekdom at an early age by his father, who showed him Ultraman and Star Trek: The Next Generation. On his thirteenth birthday, he received a copy of Giant Size X-Men #1 and dove head first into the realm of pop culture, never looking back. His hobbies include: writing screenplays and essays, watching movies and television, card games/RPG’s, and cooking. He currently resides in Seattle.
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