Marvel’s Friendly Neighborhood Superhero,Spider-Man, andThe Fantastic Four’s Johnny Storm akaHuman Torch, are best buds in the comic space, with their bond as heroes and out-of-costume friends stretching back decades to one ofSpider-Man’s very first appearances. Now, in a new cosplay image,Spider-Man and Human Torch get incredible live-action designs, showing fans exactly what their eventual MCU counterparts could and should look likewhen they inevitably meet up onscreen.
An image recently shared on Instagram by both@wens.1998, the Spider-Man cosplayer, photographer, and editor of the piece, and Matteo Del Rossi (@guerrieroindomabile), the Human Torch featured here, these creative talents excel when creating comic-accurate live-action looks, especially when it comes to the world of Marvel Comics.
Specializing in creating his own “Wens Universe” thanks to all theSpider-Man-focused cosplay imageshe’s created over the years, @wens.1998 has collaborated with Matteo on more than one occasion, with Matteo’s Daredevil and Spider-Man costumes nailing their heroic designs perfectly.
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Cosplay Designs by @wens.1998 and Matteo Del Rossi (@guerrieroindomabile)
First crossing paths in 1963’sAmazing Spider-Man #1, this issue saw Spidey try to get onto The Fantastic Four, only to butt heads and throw fisticuffs with Human Torch in the process. Eventually realizing they’re two peas in a pod,Peter and Johnny made a habit of meeting on the top of the Statue of Liberty, with their merciless teasing of one another and real rapport on the field of battle turning them into a duo who have co-headlined multiple comic stories over the years, specifically 1977’sMarvel Team-Up #1and 2005’sSpider-Man/Human Torch.
Stuck to a building high above New York City and dressed inSpider-Man’s classic costume, @wens.1998 positions Matteo’s already aflame Human Torch flying around next to him, with the image’s realistic fire effects and background elements placing these two in a convincing real-world environment. Using cool and warm colors in an eye-catching way that highlights Human Torch’s fire-based powers, @wens.1998 also adds in the reflection of the city in Spider-Man’s eyes, showing thatbetween @wens.1998’s and Matteo’s impeccable creativity, the MCU has its work cut out for it when it eventually brings Spider-Man and Human Torch together onscreen.
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It’s unclear whenThe Fantastic Four: First Stepsversion of Human Torch, played byStranger Thingsalum Joseph Quinn, and Tom Holland’s iteration of Spider-Man last seen inSpider-Man: No Way Homewill officially meet in the MCU, but odds are that if they haven’t hung out by the time 2027’sAvengers: Secret Warsreleases, they’lldefinitelybe sharing some screen time to help take down Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.Spider-ManandHuman Torchhave a long-lasting friendship in comics, and thanks to the cosplay community, they now have one in the real world too.
Sources:@wens.1998and@guerrieroindomabile
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is the name given to several individuals who have employed a spider-moniker throughout Marvel Comics. Typically gaining their powers through a bite from a radioactive spider, the different Spider-Man heroes employ super-strength, agility, and intellect while utilizing webbing to swing and tangle up their foes. The most notable of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes throughout the world.
Fantastic Four
TheFantastic Fouris a superhero franchise centered on Marvel Comics' first family of superheroes. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the team made its comic book debut in 1961 and quickly became a cornerstone of Marvel’s success. The franchise follows four astronauts—Reed Richards, Susan Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—who gain superpowers after being exposed to cosmic radiation. Over the years,Fantastic Fourhas been adapted into several live-action films, animated series, and video games. The films have seen multiple reboots, with varying levels of success, and are now set to be integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), with a new film slated for release in 2025.
