Dark Reign: The Sinister Spider-Man #1 Second Printing VariantMedia Release -- Marvel is pleased to announce that Dark Reign: The Sinister Spider-Man #1 has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with Dark Reign: The Sinister Spider-Man #1 Second Printing Variant! Fan favorite writer Brian Reed teams up with acclaimed artist Chris Bachalo and delivers a twisted tale involving the mad man known as Venom! Though the public thinks he is Spider-Man, underneath the mask is a crazed killer parading around a city full of soon-to-be victims! How long can this charade possibly continue when Venom targets the mayor of New York City – J. Jonah Jameson? This new printing features the stunning interior artwork of Bachalo on the cover!

"A great-looking book that tells an intriguing story." – David Wallace, Comicsbulletin.com

"Fantastic… the Sinister Spider-Man is a must pull for any fan." – John Carle, TheFlickCast.com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on all Dark Reign: The Sinister Spider-Man issues – as well as all Dark Reign related tie-ins – as the series continues to generate significant praise and quick sell outs. Does Venom bite off more than he can chew when he sets his sights on JJJ? Catch all the shocking twists and turns in Dark Reign: The Sinister Spider-Man #1 Second Printing Variant!

DARK REIGN: THE SINISTER SPIDER-MAN #1 (of 4) SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (MAY098103)
Written by BRIAN REED
Pencils & Cover by CHRIS BACHALO
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—7/9/09, On-Sale—7/29/09