Maximum Carnage

Published in 1993 by Marvel Comics, 'Maximum Carnage' was a 14-part crossover event that spanned multiple Spider-Man titles, including 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' 'Spider-Man,' 'The Spectacular Spider-Man,' and 'Web of Spider-Man.' The storyline was written by various authors, including Tom DeFalco, J.M. DeMatteis, and David Michelinie, with art by Mark Bagley, Sal Buscema, and others. The plot centers around the villain Carnage, who escapes from the Ravencroft Institute and initiates a violent rampage across New York City. Carnage assembles a team of supervillains, including Shriek, Demogoblin, Carrion, and Doppelganger, to spread chaos and destruction. In response, Spider-Man gathers a group of heroes such as Venom, Black Cat, Captain America, and Iron Fist to stop Carnage's reign of terror. The storyline is notable for its intense action and exploration of themes like chaos versus order and the moral dilemmas faced by heroes. 'Maximum Carnage' had a significant impact on the Spider-Man universe, particularly in how it developed the character of Carnage as one of Spider-Man's most dangerous foes. The event was well-received for its high stakes and the large ensemble of characters involved. It remains a popular storyline among fans and has been adapted into various media, including video games.