The symbiote, Carnage, is taking the Joker’s words as a reference in the new Marvel series Cletus.
In the dynamic world of comics, villains often evolve by adapting and changing their tactics to achieve their evil goals. A great example of this is Carnage, one of the Marvel Universe’s deadliest serial killers, who now seems to be learning a valuable lesson from DC Comics’ villainous Joker.
Typically, the symbiote is characterized by a preference for bloodshed and mass murder. However, recent developments in history have shown a significant change in the approach. Inspired by the Joker’s more theatrical and flashy tactics, Caranage now not only wants to sow terror, but also wants a clear and terrifying message. This new strategy is designed not only to capture fear, but also to attract followers: the ultimate goal of Spider-Man’s villain is to achieve a kind of godhood.
The Billionaire’s Murder: A Change of Strategy
In “Carnage #1,” we see this shift in action with work by Torun Gronbeck, Pere Perez, Eric Arciniga, and Joe Sabino. Massacre now moved away from direct participation in favor of more public and carefully planned executions. This more calculated and spectacular approach is not only murder, but also seeks to convert people into devoted followers, which can be described as symbiote worship.
The relationship between Carnage and the Joker is complex and full of conflict. Created by JM DeMatteis, Mark Bagley, Scott Hanna, and Mark Farmer in In the 1995 DC/Marvel crossover, “Spider-Man and Batman: Maddened,” we get to see how these two criminal minds meet. Although there is a clear consensus at first, their fundamental differences in the art of murder soon lead to a violent conflict. However, decades later, a more artistic and symbolic approach to the Joker finally seems worthwhile.
Massacre is a question of divinity
In his latest series, he seeks not only to establish terror, but also to establish himself as a divine entity, a “god” in the collective imagination. To achieve this, he needs followers and devotees who worship him. A Joker-like approach, full of theatrics and horror, seeks to appeal to these fans and cement his place in the criminal world in an unprecedented way.
This change in Carnage’s direction not only shows an evolution in his modus operandi, but also in his personality and ambitions. Taking a page from the Joker’s book, Carnage aspires to not only be a serial killer, but a cultural icon and god-like figure in the comic book universe. In the current “Massacre #1,” fans can expect a deeper exploration of this change and its ramifications in the Marvel Comics universe.
Carnage: A collection of deadly powers and abilities
Carnage, the sinister fusion between an alien symbiote and serial killer Cletus Cassady, is one of the most terrifying and versatile forces in the Marvel Universe. This symbiote, native to Venom, has incredible abilities that make it one of the most formidable foes.
Superhuman Strength and Agility: Carnage has strength and agility far beyond that of normal humans, and in many cases even surpasses other symbiotes. This ability allows him to go toe-to-toe with the strongest heroes in the Marvel Universe.
Regeneration and Strength: Carnage is able to recover from fatal injuries to others with his amazing regeneration abilities. This coupled with exceptional durability makes him virtually invincible in battle.
Form Manipulation: One of Carnage’s unique abilities is the ability to manipulate his form at will. He can create deadly weapons such as blades and spears directly from his body, adapts to different environments, and sometimes changes his appearance to hide himself.
Mind Control and Manipulation: The symbiote can control other minds, especially those that are connected to pieces of itself. This psychic ability allows him to use and control others for his evil purposes.
Spider-Sense Immunity: Carnage’s notable advantage is his immunity to Spider-Man’s “spider-sense”, allowing him to attack suddenly without being detected.
The combination of these abilities makes Carnage an unstoppable threat. His unpredictable nature, thirst for violence and special powers make him one of the most dangerous and memorable villains in the Marvel Universe. These abilities, combined with his recent change in strategy inspired by the Joker, make Carnage an even more attractive and dangerous character in the comic world.