The Scorpion was just the beginning! Alistair Smythe, the Spider-Slayer, has returned – and Mac Gargan isn’t the only subject he’s upgraded. The Spider-Slayer is about to unleash an entire insect army on Spider-Man’s world! And as part of his ultimate revenge, Smythe is out turn one of Spidey’s first-ever victories into one of his biggest losses. No one in Spidey’s life is safe! And amid the fallout from these events, Peter will make a choice – a promise – even he might not be able to fulfill. Plus: Spider-Man visits the FF for a very private wake – just for family – and a new web-slinger is born! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #652-657 and #654.1.