Over the course of his life, various antagonists have caused trouble for Peter Parker. Yet, in recent times, there’s been one character who has sparked a remarkable amount of anger among comic enthusiasts more than Norman Osborn or Doc Ock. Luckily, it seems that this character might soon be absent from the Spider-Man comics, as hinted in All-New Venom #9.
In All-New Venom #9, penned by Al Ewing and illustrated by Carlos Gomez, the story concludes with a heated exchange between Mary Jane Watson (current Venom host) and her partner, Paul Rabin. Paul reveals to MJ that their foster child, Dylan Brock (former Venom host), has discovered her connection to his old symbiote. However, this issue is momentarily set aside as Paul insists on discussing their recent argument. This confrontation ensues after Paul discovers MJ’s secret identity as the new Venom and her decision to keep it hidden from him.
Instead of casting the blame on Mary Jane for withholding information, Paul acknowledges his failure in not being someone Mary Jane felt comfortable confiding in. He vows to transform and cease being a demanding, disorganized person. However, the situation grows increasingly tense when Mary Jane reveals that their bond has been fractured for quite some time. She expresses doubt that there’s anything worth repairing. In a climactic turn of events that will likely resonate with many Spider-Man enthusiasts, Mary Jane informs Paul that she is ending their relationship.
Why Spider-Man fans hate Paul Rabin
It’s been evident since the debut of “One More Day” that Spider-Man fans have developed an intense dislike for Paul Rabin, which is reminiscent of early feelings. The primary reason for this resentment is that Paul’s character seemed to serve no other purpose than to break up Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson. However, the strong opposition towards Paul extends beyond just the dissolution of a beloved couple. Instead, it has evolved into a more complex issue among fans.
Critics argue that Paul’s storytelling style leans heavily on “show, don’t tell” principles less frequently. In most Spider-Man comics where Paul appears, the narrative often explains rather than demonstrates his goodness. Despite their differences, Peter still appreciates Paul, yet none of Paul’s scenes depict him performing any truly admirable or remarkable actions.
After three years, Paul hasn’t been developed with any unique characteristics other than being a vegetarian who enjoys cooking and has a man-bun and beard, which often reminds people of the typical image associated with hipsters. Additionally, in one Spider-Man storyline, Paul was portrayed as not necessarily an outright anti-Mutant bigot, but someone susceptible to anti-Mutant propaganda.
One aspect that needs clarification is the extent of Paul’s involvement in transforming Mary Jane into the superheroine known as Jackpot. The name Jackpot was employed by two heroines prior, who were essentially used to entice Spider-Man fans with the suggestion that MJ had assumed a superhero identity.
In a more straightforward and engaging manner, the repetitive use of Paul’s “glyph math/magic” abilities, which seemed illogical, failed to resonate. The intriguing possibility that these powers could be lethal was quickly diminished. It wasn’t until these powers became crucial for Mary Jane’s connection with Venom that this risk was even mentioned.
All-New Venom #9 is now available at comic shops everywhere.
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2025-08-06 16:07