The saga began when Spider-Man discovered a black "glob" during the Secret Wars event that could mimic clothing and generate its own webbing. After realizing the suit was a sentient organism trying to bond with him permanently, Peter Parker rejected it using high-frequency sound waves at a church bell tower.
The story of Venom is one of the most complex evolutions in the Marvel Universe, beginning as a sentient alien costume and transforming into a cosmic god. It is defined by the symbiotic relationship between an alien Klyntar and its most famous host, . The Origins: From Suit to Stalker The saga began when Spider-Man discovered a black
Modern storylines have expanded Venom's mythology into the cosmos. It is defined by the symbiotic relationship between
Bitter and dying, the symbiote found , a disgraced reporter who blamed Spider-Man for ruining his career. Their shared hatred birthed Venom , a hulking creature with all of Spider-Man's powers and a relentless desire for revenge. The Anti-Hero: The Lethal Protector Their shared hatred birthed Venom , a hulking
: The symbiote was later used by the government, bonding with Flash Thompson to become a military hero known as Agent Venom . The Cosmic God: King in Black