The Miles Morales’ Debate Re-Ignites Debate Over Comic Book Royalties

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Miles Morales, the popular Spider-Man, is at the center of a recurring debate in the comic book world. Longtime comic fans will recognize this issue – it’s about creators not being fairly compensated when the characters they create become hugely popular with Marvel and DC Comics. This is a frustrating situation for many artists and writers.

As a lifelong movie and comic book fan, I’ve always known there’s a tricky side to how creators get paid. They usually get a rate per page for their initial work, which is good, but things get complicated when those stories get turned into TV shows, games, or films. Lately, Miles Morales has become a central figure in a really heated debate about this – it’s causing a lot of disagreements among fans, and honestly, it’s a conversation that needed to happen.

Miles Morales Becomes Center of Massive Debate Online

CCXP, a major comic convention, took place in São Paulo, Brazil this weekend, attracting many famous creators. Artist Sara Pichelli, known for co-creating the Miles Morales character, was interviewed by Jamesons. She discussed not receiving extra payment for Miles Morales’ appearances in things like video games, jokingly saying she’d be incredibly wealthy if she did. Her comments quickly went viral, sparking a wider conversation about fair compensation for comic book artists.

To be fair, Pichelli responded quickly after her comments started getting attention. She explained on Instagram that the original news headline was misleading and designed to get clicks, and that the overall conversation had been casual and playful. She clarified that her comments were just a small part of a larger discussion and weren’t meant as a formal complaint. While acknowledging the importance of copyright and fair compensation, she asked people not to involve her or her work in any arguments or negativity.

It’s understandable why people reacted strongly. This is a sensitive topic, and many comic creators have already publicly shared their frustrations without needing to involve Simone Pichelli. That’s why the comments spread so quickly online. In recent years, creators like Jim Starlin, Ed Brubaker, and Rob Liefeld have increasingly spoken out about receiving minimal financial compensation when their characters are adapted into successful, high-profit films.

The Royalties Issue is So Much Bigger Than Miles Morales

Look, it’s undeniable the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a money-printing machine. That’s precisely why it feels so strange when you hear stories about creators not getting a fair share. These are the artists and writers who built the foundation for all this success, providing the source material for these massive movies and shows. I often hear the argument that they were paid for their work, and that’s technically true. But nobody back then could have foreseen just how dominant superhero media would become, or how incredibly valuable even relatively recent comic book creations would prove to be. It’s a bit unsettling to see such huge profits while the original creators don’t seem to fully benefit.

This discussion keeps coming up for a good reason. Lately, fans have become much more aware of the rights of the people who create comics, and how often writers and artists haven’t been fairly paid when their work is adapted into movies or TV shows. Because fans want to see their favorite creators treated well, they quickly react to any news of potential unfairness, making sure everyone knows where they stand.

It’s possible the recent reaction went a bit too far. Fans are passionate about Miles Morales and understandably want the people who helped create him to be properly recognized. As the creator herself pointed out, we can have better discussions about fair compensation without rushing to judgment based on incomplete information. As conversations about creator rights continue, let’s prioritize respect for everyone involved.

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2025-12-12 04:13