Spider-Man’s suits have changed drastically over the years, reflecting his journey as a hero. In Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (YFNSM), Peter Parker experiments with different designs, trying to find the one that truly represents him. While some suits look similar to their comic book versions, others are completely new takes on classic designs.
Let’s take a closer look at the different suits Peter wears in this series and what they mean for his character.
All the suits of Spiderman
Peter Parker’s first suit – The proto-type suit
Peter starts his superhero journey with a homemade suit, much like the one seen in Captain America: Civil War and Spider-Man: Homecoming. However, this version has a few key differences. Instead of a red hoodie, Peter wears a blue athletic jersey.
The spider logo on his chest is also rounder compared to the MCU version. Another noticeable difference is the web-shooters, this suit has a small gas valve on the back to help Peter create his webbing, something not seen in the MCU.
Even the mask is different, with the goggles placed on the outside rather than underneath. This suit reflects Peter’s early attempts at becoming Spider-Man, showing how he makes the best of what he has.
A new take on the classic Spider-Man suit
As Peter grows into his role as a superhero, Norman Osborn gives him a more advanced suit. This new costume is similar to his classic red-and-blue design but with a sharper, more polished look.
However, the colors are not what fans usually expect. Instead of the usual red and blue, the suit is white and dark navy blue, making it look more like the Future Foundation suit from the comics.
Some fans also noticed that it resembles the Anti-Venom suit from Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation. Even though it’s different from the traditional look, Peter is happy with this design because it helps him embrace his Spider-Man identity while still feeling fresh and unique.
The scary black suit – A failed experiment
At one point in the series, Peter tries out a completely different look, a sleek, all-black bodysuit with no clear spider symbol. This version of the suit is meant to make him more stealthy, but it ends up scaring people instead. It includes sharp claws and wing-like webbing that lets him glide across the city, making him look even more intimidating.
The problem is that instead of seeing him as a hero, people fear him. Even children are afraid of him, which makes Peter feel like he’s failing as Spider-Man. This design is inspired by Dusk, one of Peter’s alternate superhero identities in the comics. However, since it doesn’t help him connect with people, Peter quickly decides to move on from this suit.
The prodigy suit – A corporate superhero look
While exploring different designs, Peter comes across a gold-colored suit with a red cape. This design resembles Thor’s costume and is inspired by the Prodigy persona from the comics.
In the original story, Peter created this identity when Spider-Man was falsely accused of murder, but in YFNSM, the suit is presented to him by Norman Osborn. The design feels more like something a corporate superhero would wear, with small wings on the helmet similar to Thor’s and a cape that makes him look more regal.
There’s even a fun reference to The Incredibles, where Edna Mode famously said, “No capes!” Peter realizes that while this design might look cool, it doesn’t really fit the image of Spider-Man, so he chooses not to wear it.
The hornet suit – A high-flying experiment
Another suit Peter tests is the Hornet costume. This suit comes with a flight pack, allowing Peter to fly rather than swing from webs. In the comics, this suit was designed by Hobie Brown, but in YFNSM, Norman Osborn is the one who creates it.
While flying might seem like an upgrade, Peter quickly realizes that he prefers web-slinging. He feels more in control when swinging through the city rather than soaring in the air.
This also leads to an interesting conversation between Peter and Norman about why he chose a spider as his symbol instead of another insect. In the end, Peter ditches the Hornet suit because it doesn’t match his style of crime-fighting.
Throughout Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Peter experiments with different suits, trying to find the perfect one. Each design reflects a different stage of his journey, some make him more intimidating, some make him more recognizable, and some just don’t work at all.
While he enjoys testing new suits, it’s likely that Peter will eventually return to his classic red-and-blue design. After all, that’s the look that truly represents Spider-Man.
The different suits in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man show Peter Parker’s growth as a hero. From his homemade prototype to high-tech designs from Norman Osborn, each costume represents a phase in his journey.
While some suits look cool, they don’t always fit Peter’s vision of Spider-Man. In the end, his goal remains the same, to be a hero the people of Queens can trust.
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