The Amazing Spider-Man #28 was published by Marvel Comics in September 1965. It is a significant issue in Spider-Man's history, written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Steve Ditko.
In this issue, Spider-Man faces off against the villain known as the Molten Man, who is actually Mark Raxton, a former employee of Oscorp. Raxton gains superhuman powers after accidentally exposing himself to an experimental liquid metal alloy. As the Molten Man, he seeks revenge on his former employer and clashes with Spider-Man throughout the issue.
The story also focuses on the personal life of Peter Parker (Spider-Man's alter ego) as he deals with the challenges of being a teenager and juggling his superhero responsibilities. It delves into his relationships with his Aunt May, his friend Harry Osborn, and his love interest Gwen Stacy.
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Origin Story of Molten Man -- First Appearance in Amazing Spider-Man #28
The origin story of the Molten Man, also known as Mark Raxton, involves his transformation into a superhuman being due to exposure to an experimental liquid metal alloy. Here's a summary of his origin:
Mark Raxton was introduced as a scientist and a former employee of Oscorp, the company owned by Norman Osborn. Raxton's goal was to find a way to create a durable, super-strong alloy. During his research, he discovered a liquid metal formula created by Dr. Spencer Smythe. Intrigued by its potential, Raxton secretly stole the liquid metal alloy and performed an unauthorized experiment on himself.
The experiment, involving an intense exposure to the liquid metal alloy, caused a profound change in Raxton's physiology. The alloy bonded with his body, transforming him into a being with superhuman abilities. His entire body became covered in a molten metal-like substance, granting him increased strength, durability, and the ability to generate intense heat and molten metal from his body.
However, the transformation came at a cost. Raxton found himself trapped in a constant state of pain and unable to remove the molten metal substance covering his body. As a result, he became embittered and sought ways to alleviate his suffering, often resorting to criminal activities to fund his endeavors.
Driven by greed and a desire for power, the Molten Man clashed with Spider-Man on multiple occasions, often targeting valuable items or seeking revenge against those he believed wronged him.
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