Gang War (Amazing Spider-Man 1987)

A 1987 Amazing Spider-Man storyline where New York's criminal underworld erupts into open warfare. As mob bosses battle for control of the city's rackets, Spider-Man finds himself caught in the crossfire, trying to protect innocents while multiple factions wage a brutal turf war.

Status

Ended

Type

Crossover Event

Universe

Earth-616

Start Issue

...And Who Shall Stand Against Them...?

Issues

5

About Earth-616

The primary continuity of Marvel Comics where most titles take place. The designation was first used in The Daredevils #7 (July 1983) by Alan Moore and Alan Davis, originating from Captain Britain comics. Earth-616 serves as the home universe for core versions of Spider-Man, the X-Men, the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and virtually all mainstream Marvel characters.

More arcs in Earth-616

Civil War II

Crossover Event

Civil War

Crossover Event

House of M

Crossover Event

Avengers vs. X-Men

Crossover Event

Infinity War

Crossover Event

Secret Wars II

Crossover Event

Infinity Crusade

Crossover Event

Spider-Island

Crossover Event

Avengers Disassembled

Main Story

Gang War (Spider-Man 2024)

Crossover Event