The Amazing Spider-Man (1999) issue 36

The Amazing Spider-Man #36 is the 200th issue of Marvel's The Amazing Spider-Man (1999) written by J. Michael Straczynski and illustrated by John Romita Jr. It was published by Marvel Comics in December 1st, 2001. The story depicts Spider-Man and the other heroes of the Marvel Universe's involvement in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Plot
Spider-Man witnesses the tragedy of the events of the September 11 attacks of the World Trade Center at the hands of terrorists hijacking two planes.

Why It Rocks

 * 1) This story depicts how Spider-Man and other heroes weren't able to save lives on 9/11 and does a good job handling the event as a tribute.
 * 2) Good artwork by John Romita Jr. that fits the tone very well.
 * 3) It shows a good message of how heroes, villains and civilians have to endure tragedies as well as the need to stand up for world peace.
 * 4) They have scenes that are emotional and sad, like a young boy witnessing his father's corpse being taken from the wreckage of the World Trade Center while Spider-Man hugs him tightly without saying a word.
 * 5) J. Michael Straczynski does a good job writing the tribute of 9/11.
 * 6) Features heroes who are involved in the incident such as the Avengers, the X-Men and the Fantastic Four.
 * 7) They also feature villains like Doctor Doom, Magneto, Kingpin and Doctor Octopus witnessing the destruction of 9/11, and they indeed have sympathy about the tragedy.
 * 8) It depicts what the 9/11 attacks look like in comics.
 * 9) The ending is heartwarming, as Spider-Man's narration is shown over images of the World Trade Center wreckage being removed and new structures being built in their place. As the world sees a person, it sees them by standing tall.
 * 10) The cover is blackened, which fits the dark tone.
 * 11) It was followed up by issue #73 of The Amazing Spider-Man, titled "The Four Fives" to commemorate its 20th anniversary.