Warning: Contains spoilers forMiles Morales: Spider-Man #27!
Miles Moralesis jet-setting off to Wakanda for a mighty Marvel crossover with Black Panther, but before leaving, he has revealed a neat trick that he uses to protect his secret identity asSpider-Man.Miles' clone, known as “Shift” has become his stand-in when he needs to leave home at the last minute, or take a sudden trip across the globe.
Marvel’s preview forMiles Morales: Spider-Man#27– written by Cody Ziglar, with art by Daniele Di Nicuolo – findsthe young Spider-herovisitingVibranium’s homeland with his flashy new suit, which is made of the material. Meanwhile, back in Brooklyn, readers are privy to how Miles keeps up appearances ta school.
Using his shapeshifting abilities, Shift attends class at Brooklyn Visions Academy in Miles’ place, so nobody knows that he’s gone off on a Wakandan adventure. Though he has some trouble maintaining his form, Shift is still able to help Miles appear to be in two places at once.
Spider-Man’s Shapeshifting Clone Brother Plays A Pivotal Role In Protecting Miles’ Secret Identity
Miles Morales: Spider-Man #27- Written By Cody Ziglar; Art By Daniele Di Nicuolo; Color By Bryan Valenza; Lettering By VC’s Cory Petit
Shift’s profile continued to rise in Marvel Comics since his 2021 debut, andhis new trick to help Miles maintain his secret identity makes him more integral to the character’s journey moving forward. Since officially becomingthe newest member of the Morales family, the Hulk-sized clone of Miles has proved himself as a strong addition to Spider-Man’s supporting cast. After being created to be a living weapon, deemed a failed clone, and having his unique powers manipulated by a villain called the Assessor, Shift has managed to grow as a true hero alongside Miles.
The newly-revealed trick allows Miles to travel around the Marve Universe in more Spidey adventures without completely disappearing in Brooklyn.
As the preview forMiles Morales: Spider-Man #27showcases,the Spider-Man clonehasn’t totally honed his ability to keep his Miles form for long periods of time, noticably struggling in class when grilled by a teacher for an answer. However, with the help of Miles’ friends like Ganke and the rest of the Morales family, Shift’s ability to shapeshift into his brother and guard his secret identity could really come in handy, and is a significant upgrade for both characters. The newly-revealed trick allows Miles totravel around the Marve Universe in more Spidey adventureswithout completely disappearing in Brooklyn.
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With his super-powered clone brother’s ability to fill in for him at school, Miles is able to make his way to Wakanda, receiving a personal tour from Black Panther himself. A brief glimpse of their upcoming team-up inMiles Morales: Spider-Man #27shows the titular hero wide-eyed as he takes in the futuristic city of Birnin T’Chaka with T’Challa by his side.Miles’ new suit with Vibranium material and websgives him a real connection to Wakanda, so it’s great that he now gets the chance to explore the nation as Spider-Man in an exciting Black Panther team-up.
Spider-Man’s New Brother Shift: Origin & Powers Explained
Miles Morales' clone Shift just joined his family, boasting unique abilities that will make him a valuable ally to the young Spider-Man.
However, Miles isn’t just on a trip to Wakanda to have a pleasant vacation, as he’s stillsearching for a cure after becoming a vampireduring the events of the horror crossover eventBlood Hunt. With his vampire bloodlust also a threat to his civilian life and the people of Brooklyn, he’s luckily able to leave town and recoup with an Avenger’s help without drawing too much attention thanks to his clone brother.Since Shift is able to mask as Miles Morales at school, Spider-Man’s secret identity is kept more secure than everas he traverses the Marvel Universe.
Miles Morales: Spider-Man #27will be available June 03, 2025 from Marvel Comics.
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is the name given to several individuals who have employed a spider-moniker throughout Marvel Comics. Typically gaining their powers through a bite from a radioactive spider, the different Spider-Man heroes employ super-strength, agility, and intellect while utilizing webbing to swing and tangle up their foes. The most notable of these Spider-Men is Peter Parker, who remains one of the most popular superheroes throughout the world.
