After last issue’s Hijinx, Mary Jane Watson and Venom are left with a warning.

Madame Masque wants the symbiote gone for good. She’s aligned herself with A.I.M. & is poised to take over. After finding out who is underneath the alien costume, Masque gives a direct message: Leave New York NOW! For some strange reason, the Lethal Protector might have an issue with that.

Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is a long way from home.

Since his defeat at the hands of Hellgate, Peter Parker has been trying to find some sense of direction. Winding up in space, he was rescued by Xanto Starblood. His immediate goal was to get strong enough for a second round. While in space, he has fallen into a role of leading a misfit band of characters Starblood acquired along his travels.

No, you are not seeing things. Mary Jane Watson is the latest host of VENOM. Their “partnership” is one of necessity, not want. This has led to some awkward moments. The latest one may take the cake.

Doctor Octopus and his S.C.A.R team crashed the scene during a heist stoppage. His involvement with Rick Jones/Toxin has drawn Venom to the scene. Being a wanted criminal, Venom is in disguise … AS SPIDER-MAN?