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Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Teases New Villain “The Abyss”
Introduction
The highly-anticipated sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is generating even more buzz with its latest announcement. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse promises an epic conclusion to the previous film and introduces a new villain called "The Abyss." Let's take a closer look at who this mysterious character could be.
The Spot's Transformation
In the first Spider-Verse film, we were introduced to The Spot, a lesser-known villain with the ability to hop between different dimensions. At the end of the movie, he hinted at a new level of power and potential destruction. Now, it seems like The Spot will embrace his newfound abilities and transform into the formidable villain known as The Abyss.
Who is The Abyss?
There are a couple of possibilities when it comes to The Abyss's true identity. One theory suggests that the character's inspiration comes from the 1993 miniseries Death Metal. In this extreme storyline, The Abyss is an interdimensional demon known for destroying the realities he encounters. This aligns with The Spot's own clueless power and his penchant for wreaking havoc.
Another potential version of The Abyss can be found in the mutant character from the 90s named Abyss. This Freaky Weirdo had a unique appearance with cell-shaded features and springy ribbons for limbs. While he may not be the most memorable character, he did make a cameo as a miniboss in X-Men Legends II.
There's also the possibility that The Abyss in Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse draws inspiration from the final boss in the video game Marvel vs Capcom 2. This ill-defined and unknowable character can take on multiple forms and would certainly add an exciting twist to the Spider-Verse continuity.
Lastly, fans of writer Jonathan Hickman may recognize the name Abyss from his 2012 introduction. In this storyline, Abyss was one of a set of avatars of creation, with the ability to create new worlds by repurposing old ones. This version of Abyss even appeared in the Disney series Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, albeit with different powers.
Conclusion
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse continues to build anticipation with the addition of the new villain, The Abyss. With multiple possible origins, it remains to be seen which version of The Abyss will make its way into the film. Fans will have to wait and see how this reality-bending sequel unfolds.
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Tom is an entertainment writer with a passion for superheroes, classic horror, and all things "Star." With years of experience in the industry, Tom brings his expertise and humor to his articles. He currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with his dog, who sometimes struggles with impulse control.
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