10 Best Revenge Stories in Marvel Comics

“Revenge is a powerful motivator in the Marvel Comics universe, driving many of the iconic characters to seek justice for past wrongs. From Spider-Man seeking vengeance for the death of Uncle Ben, to the Punisher punishing criminals for their misdeeds, these tales of retribution have captivated readers for decades. In this list, we’ll take a look at 10 best revenge stories in Marvel Comics history, featuring iconic characters such as Daredevil, Punisher, and Old man Logan.”

The Punisher Revenge

The Punisher, whose real name is Frank Castle, is a character known for his brutal methods of seeking revenge against criminals. In the Punisher MAX comic book series, Frank’s family was killed by a powerful crime boss named the Kingpin as part of a power struggle within the criminal underworld. This event led Frank to declare war on crime, using his military training and combat skills to track down and kill criminals.

Throughout the Punisher MAX series, Frank goes on a relentless quest for revenge, crossing paths with various criminals and enemies, such as Barracuda, the Russian Mafia, and Jigsaw. He also faces personal demons and struggles with the morality of his actions. The series explores the psychological and emotional toll of Frank’s relentless pursuit of revenge, as well as the consequences of his actions.

Old Man Logan

In this story, set in a future timeline, the United States has been taken over by supervillains, and most of the heroes and mutants have been killed. Logan, who has retired from being a superhero, lives on a farm with his wife and children. However, his peaceful life is interrupted when a group of thugs working for the Hulk Gang, led by a descendant of Bruce Banner, kill his family and steal his land.

This event sets off a chain of events that leads Logan on a brutal and violent quest for revenge against the Hulk Gang and other supervillains who have taken over the country. Along the way, he teams up with other heroes who have also survived, such as Hawkeye, and faces off against some of Marvel’s most powerful villains. The story is a deconstruction of the superhero genre, as Logan is forced to confront the brutal realities of a world without hope and the cost of his actions.

Spiderman Revenge for Death of His Uncle

Spider-Man’s uncle, Ben Parker, was killed by a criminal. Spider-Man, whose real name is Peter Parker, was deeply affected by his uncle’s death and felt a strong desire for revenge. However, through his experiences as Spider-Man, he learned that with great power comes great responsibility, and that true justice is about more than just seeking revenge. He instead decided to use his powers to protect others and honor his uncle’s memory by becoming a hero. This is a recurring theme in many Spider-Man comics and films, with Peter grappling with the balance between revenge and responsibility.

Black Widow Against The Red Room

In the “Black Widow: The Itsy-Bitsy Spider” comic book story arc, Natasha Romanoff, also known as Black Widow, is on a mission of revenge against the organization that brainwashed her and turned her into an assassin, known as the Red Room. The Red Room is a secret Soviet organization that trains young girls to become deadly assassins, and Natasha was one of their top operatives.

Throughout the story, Natasha goes on a mission to take down the Red Room and those who were responsible for her brainwashing, using all of her skills and training as a spy and assassin. Along the way, she faces off against her former colleagues and handlers, and is forced to confront her past and the traumatic experiences she went through as a child. The story is a character-driven thriller that delves into Natasha’s past, and the emotional and psychological toll of her experiences as a brainwashed assassin.

Peter Parker’s Clone Kaine Seeks Revenge

In the “Spider-Man: The Clone Saga” comic book storyline, Peter Parker’s clone, Kaine, seeks revenge against those he believes are responsible for the death of his “father” and the woman he loved. The Clone Saga is a multi-part story arc that deals with the revelation that Peter Parker is not the original Spider-Man, but a clone created by a scientist named Miles Warren.

Kaine, who was created as a failed clone of Peter Parker and has been living in hiding, believes that Warren and others were responsible for the death of his “father” and the woman he loved, who was also cloned. He begins to stalk and attack those he believes are responsible, including Peter Parker, Mary Jane Watson and other characters. As the story progresses, it is revealed that the true villain was a being called the Jackal, who was behind the creation of both Peter and Kaine, as well as the death of the woman they both loved.

Throughout the story, Kaine is consumed by his desire for revenge, but as the story progresses, he starts to question the morality of his actions and eventually chooses to help Peter Parker to stop the Jackal and his plans. The story is a complex and intriguing story that explores the themes of identity, morality and the consequences of revenge.

Avengers: The Korvac Saga Revenge

In the “Avengers: The Korvac Saga” comic book storyline, the Avengers seek revenge against the powerful being Korvac, who has killed several of their members. The story takes place in the distant future of the Marvel universe, where Korvac, an artificially created being with god-like powers, has taken over the galaxy and is ruling with an iron fist.

The Avengers, who are the last remaining resistance against Korvac, are seeking revenge for the death of their comrades and the destruction of their civilization. The team is led by an older and more experienced version of the Vision and includes several of the original Avengers such as Thor, Iron Man and Captain America, along with new members like Moondragon and Starhawk.

Throughout the story, the Avengers engage in a series of battles against Korvac’s forces, as they try to find a way to defeat him. They also struggle with the morality of their actions, as they realize that Korvac may not be an evil being but a victim of circumstance. The story is a epic and action-packed story that deals with themes of power, responsibility, and the cost of revenge.

Revenge story of Avengers Against Thanos

In the “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame” storylines, the Avengers seek revenge against the villain Thanos for his actions in wiping out half of all life in the universe. Thanos, a powerful and ruthless alien warlord, seeks to collect the six Infinity Stones, powerful gems that can control reality itself, in order to carry out his plan of wiping out half of all life in the universe in order to restore balance.

The Avengers, along with other heroes from the Marvel universe, band together to stop Thanos and avenge the loss of their friends and loved ones. The story is divided between two parts, Infinity War and Endgame, where the Avengers try to stop Thanos from obtaining all the infinity stones and carrying out his plan. In the end, the Avengers succeed in defeating Thanos, but not without paying a high cost.

Throughout the story, the Avengers are driven by a desire for revenge, but also by a sense of duty and responsibility to protect the universe and the people they care about. The story is an epic and action-packed story that deals with themes of sacrifice, loss, and the cost of revenge.

Daredevil Hunts Down Bullseye For Killing Elektra

In the Daredevil comics, there is a story arc where Daredevil, whose real name is Matt Murdock, seeks revenge against the assassin Bullseye for killing his love interest Elektra. The story is called “Born Again” and is written by Frank Miller, it is considered one of the greatest Daredevil arcs and one of the most influential comic book stories of all time.

In the story, Daredevil’s secret identity is exposed by his enemy, the Kingpin, and his life is destroyed. Meanwhile, Bullseye kills Elektra, who was a former lover of Daredevil and a skilled assassin. This event sends Daredevil on a mission of revenge against Bullseye and the Kingpin. He tracks down Bullseye and engages in a brutal and violent fight, where he finally kills him.

Spider-Man Seeks Revenge After The Death of Gwen Stacy

Gwen Stacy’s death is a defining moment in the Marvel universe, as it was the first time that a major character and the girlfriend of a hero died, rather than being rescued in the nick of time. This death was caused by the Green Goblin, who kidnapped Stacy in an attempt to torment Spider-Man and lure him into a fight. The tragic event took place on the Brooklyn Bridge, where the Green Goblin throws Stacy off the bridge, but before she hits the water, Spider-Man tries to catch her with his webbing, however, the sudden stop causes a neck snap, killing her instantly.

Heartbroken by the loss of his love, Peter Parker sets out to take revenge on the Green Goblin, leading to a fight where the Green Goblin is apparently killed by his own glider. This event marked a turning point in the Spider-Man comics, as it explores the themes of loss, grief, and the cost of revenge.

Venom Against Lethal Protector

One of the most notable Venom revenge stories is “Lethal Protector,” where Venom, now bonded with Eddie Brock, goes on a mission of revenge against the Life Foundation, an organization that seeks to weaponize the symbiotes. The organization captures Venom and plans to use him and other symbiotes to create an army of super-soldiers. Venom escapes and seeks to stop the Life Foundation, and along the way, he faces off against the organization’s security force, including the Venom doppelganger called Scorn, and the Venom symbiote Riot.

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