VENOMEDDIE BROCK • LETHAL PROTECTOR • WE ARE VENOM
WE ARE VENOM. Eddie Brock and the alien symbiote are one of Marvel's most iconic anti-heroes. Originally Spider-Man's greatest enemy, Venom evolved into a lethal protector—a monster who eats bad guys. Tom Hardy's portrayal in Sony's Venom trilogy grossed over $1.8 billion worldwide, and the character's MCU crossover in No Way Home opens massive possibilities.
CARD
#114
DEBUT
1988
FIRST
ASM #300
DEMAND
ELITE+
AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY WATCH
HIGH PROBABILITYVenom's MCU crossover is already established. In Spider-Man: No Way Home's post-credits scene, a piece of the Venom symbiote was left behind in the MCU when Eddie Brock was pulled back to his universe. This symbiote piece could bond with anyone—potentially creating an MCU Venom. Secret Wars' multiverse premise could also bring Tom Hardy's Venom directly into the action.
SYMBIOTE IN MCU
A piece of the Venom symbiote is confirmed to exist in the MCU after No Way Home. This opens possibilities for an MCU-native Venom, potentially bonding with a new host. Secret Wars could also bring multiverse versions of Venom into play, including Tom Hardy's beloved portrayal.
INVESTMENT IMPLICATION
Amazing Spider-Man #300 (first full appearance) is a Modern Age mega-key worth thousands. Tom Hardy's trilogy grossed $1.8B. Venom's popularity rivals Spider-Man himself. MCU symbiote presence ensures future relevance. Essential Platinum tier investment.
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The Lethal Protector
Venom first appeared in Amazing Spider-Man #300 (May 1988), created by David Michelinie and Todd McFarlane. The alien symbiote originally bonded with Spider-Man during Secret Wars, creating the black costume. When Peter rejected the symbiote, it found Eddie Brock—a disgraced journalist who blamed Spider-Man for ruining his career. Together, they became Venom.
Venom was initially a terrifying villain, knowing all of Spider-Man's secrets and immune to his spider-sense. But over time, Eddie and the symbiote evolved into anti-heroes—the "Lethal Protector" who ate criminals and protected innocents. Venom has been an Avenger, a Guardian of the Galaxy, and even the King in Black who saved the universe.
The symbiote grants Eddie superhuman strength, shapeshifting abilities, web-generation, and the ability to create weapons from his body. Venom's weaknesses to fire and sonic attacks make him vulnerable, but his raw power rivals the strongest heroes. The bond between Eddie and the symbiote is unique—they truly are "We."
Powers and Abilities
SYMBIOTE ABILITIES
- Superhuman strength (Class 100+)
- Shapeshifting and camouflage
- Web-generation and tendrils
ADDITIONAL POWERS
- Spider-sense immunity
- Regenerative healing
- Genetic memory
Tom Hardy's Venom Trilogy
Tom Hardy's portrayal of Eddie Brock/Venom across three Sony films (2018-2024) grossed over $1.8 billion worldwide. Hardy's comedic chemistry with the symbiote—essentially playing two characters in constant dialogue—created a unique anti-hero dynamic. The films proved Venom could carry a franchise without Spider-Man.
The No Way Home post-credits scene brought Venom into the MCU briefly before pulling him back, but left a piece of the symbiote behind. This sets up future MCU symbiote stories. Venom: The Last Dance (2024) concluded Hardy's trilogy, but the character's MCU potential remains wide open.
INVESTMENT ALERT: Venom cards are ELITE Platinum tier investments. Amazing Spider-Man #300 (first full appearance) is a Modern Age mega-key. Tom Hardy's $1.8B trilogy proves massive popularity. MCU symbiote presence ensures future relevance. Essential for any Spider-Man or anti-hero collection.
Team Affiliations
GUARDIANS
Member
SECRET AVENGERS
Agent
SINISTER SIX
Former member
KING IN BLACK
Universal protector
2025 Marvel Mint Collector Analysis
Card #114 Venom is an ELITE Platinum tier card representing one of Marvel's most popular anti-heroes. Amazing Spider-Man #300 (first full appearance) is a Modern Age mega-key. Tom Hardy's $1.8B trilogy proves massive popularity. MCU symbiote presence ensures future relevance. Essential for any collection.
PARALLEL CHASE
Black parallels are essential for the symbiote aesthetic
INVESTMENT RATING
ELITE+ - $1.8B franchise, MCU symbiote confirmed