The Spectacular Spider-Man, Vol. 1 #186 (Marvel Comics 1992) Direct Edition

Kick off the Funeral Arrangements arc with The Spectacular Spider-Man, Vol. 1 #186 (Marvel Comics, 1992) Direct Edition—the first chapter in a tense three-part confrontation that pits Spider-Man against a dying Vulture.

Settling Scores Part 1 sets a brutal tone as Adrian Toomes, diagnosed with terminal cancer, pursues a final, ruthless score against a host of adversaries, with the web-slinger squarely in his sights. Complicating matters, Aunt May becomes a target on the Vulture’s list, intensifying the danger in Queens and forcing Spider-Man to protect the ones he loves while juggling a high-stakes showdown with one of his oldest foes.

Creative team and presentation: Script by J.M. DeMatteis; Pencils and Inks by Sal Buscema; Cover by Sal Buscema.

This 32-page Direct Edition issue carries a cover price of $1.25. Notes: This issue begins the three-part Funeral Arrangements storyline. The Vulture previously appeared in Spider-Man 23. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 337,633; average paid circulation 207,533.