Spider-Man No Way Home: Dr. Octopus Explained | Comics Explained

[@ToxicTerrance]

Imagine the humility that washes over you as you learn you arch nemesis has been pulling his punches against you because he didn't want to hurt you...

[@theextracrispycolonel9504]

Too much, that is.

[@ElyDaBilly]

Thats funny

[@ladydimitrescu4746]

Doc Ock was also a mentor to Spidey in his PS5 game and the Raimi movie, so it makes even more sense as Doc was Peter's only father figure. He's one of the only villains Peter actually looked up to.

[@christopherparker7530]

@@ladydimitrescu4746 AMAZING point!

[@kevind3974]

Which is always what makes his fall so great. It wasn’t only that he was a good man dealt a bad head. Lots of Spider-Man villains have that origin. It’s the fact that we see it from the view of Peter and that we know for a fact that he just had that so called “one bad day” that lead him to where he is now. Plus with the superior Spider-Man arc we also know for a fact he can be a do better then we ever imagined he could.

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Right??

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@@gmoney4980 how old is he?

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I got 7 in

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@@menot4691 10... turning 11 soon

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I’ve been watching you since I was 13, I’m 21 now and I thank you for allowing me to feel like a kid whenever I watch your videos. Thanks rob much love

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Same here

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@@leoredfield2645 me too why I feel like old and life is getting over fast even though I am just 22 .

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@@sugc3209 just wait until 32 lol. You will look at 21 as being a teenager

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@@leoredfield2645 yes I know that bcuz when I was 19 I felt the same way as today and today I feel like I wish I get back to 19 , so yeah it's sure when I be 30+ ,I would miss 20's and maybe most of it has to do with being lonely.

[@historyking9984]

I really loved Superior Spider-Man. It took Oto in a different direction and it was interesting to see someone so ruthless in possession of Peters powers but also having him grow as a person but still have the ruthless edge .I hated how they just got rid of all his growth and changed in the way they did. They could’ve done it but I felt they could’ve in a better way

[@michaelmccall1103]

Same.

[@firejoe283]

Superior Spiderman was my favorite. Super efficient as spidey and Peter. Ruthless? Yeah...but effective and did so with good intentions.

[@psychotech3927]

completely agree. Never liked spider-man until Superior-SPiderman

[@nickyoder16]

@@psychotech3927 u tripping 😒 put the pipe down

[@trevorghalt1881]

Spider-Man 2 will always be one of my favorites and Doc Oct is a fantastic villain also 26:10 nice

[@desmondcarlton7751]

To hear rob saying "annem" in reference to Stan Lee shows how his relationship is thriving beyond onto us through his content. Didn't know you were engaged. Congratulations, keep up the good work!

[@Humblemumble7]

Uhhhhh... Huh? I cringed myself inside out reading that.

[@TylerG13]

I saw Spider-Man 2 twice in the theatre when it came out. I was a little kid. This movie has the kid in me screaming

[@TylerG13]

Kasual7 I’d be right there with ya! I

[@Light_910]

Still my favorite superhero flick. It's up there with Logan.

[@TylerG13]

Light91 Spider-Man 2, TDK, Doctor Strange, Thor 3, Guardians 1/2 and Logan are my personal favorite superhero movies

[@alissa6]

Live action only: X-Men 2 Daredevil directors cut Spider-Man 2002 Batman Begins The Dark Knight

[@AddMoreQuarters]

Why? The Disney ones are crap.

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

Ah yes the guy who could've been the next Supervillain-turned-Superhero as the Superior Spider-Man...but like all Spider-Men, decided to make a deal with Mephisto because "Get me out of this powerful, buff body. I want to go back to my shlubby body."

[@thephoenix2038]

The usual status quo, but like Rob, i loved this story arc

[@samuelmeasa9283]

Its kind of the same thing they did with the Clone Saga. They wanted to have a escape plan which would bring every one/thing back how they had been at the start of the run.

[@fireveno]

Stop being everywhere i am

[@TheAussie90]

why is this "guy" still alive?? should have drpped himself years ago

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

@@TheAussie90 Could be worse. I could be using my free time to specifically look for someone like their number 1 fan just to tell them that. I must be an important part of your life.

[@seanbirtwistle649]

that spiderman always tries to avoid violence is what makes him such a good character. in a universe where the harder you hit the cooler you are its a reminder that actual violence (not the stuff found in comics) is always sour and always has a price

[@mdtisthebest6249]

Peter in his early appearance was always violence first, ask questions later. The dude was kind of arrogant

[@jackjax7921]

I just lowkey realize Octupus is a very smart animal and Marvel has great into making a villain of an absolute mad man.😂

[@thebitterpill9649]

I like his chesticles!

[@thedukeofchutney468]

26:36 “We really need to get caught back up on Spider-Man” I couldn’t agree more Rob, I couldn’t agree more.

[@europhobia3306]

Being a manual laborer will absolutely take a toll on your body and knock years off of your life…

[@yusufel-zeinab8824]

And yet the world can’t work without manual labourers…

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@@yusufel-zeinab8824 Elon musk's robots has entered the chat

[@chandisraygor3299]

Yup

[@DavidMartinez-ce3lp]

I think Dr. Strange's spell in No Way Home worked and they re-wrote history so that the multiversal Sinister Six believe they are a part of the MCU. Doc Ock thinks Tom Holland has always been his Peter.

[@anwarmercury]

"Violence gets things done." Greatest quote of 2021.

[@jackjax7921]

lmao it always has been since the dawn of human time.😂

[@angelique707]

I guess MLK was wrong. He would probably agree given the state of things.

[@The.Nasty.]

That’s feels like the catchphrase of 2021 😅

[@kylestevens25]

Official motto of the US government

[@ROSPoetry1]

@@angelique707 yea MLK agreed with violence solving things after he was jailed. He was slowly but surely coming to understand Malcolm X.

[@OverTheTop85]

I LOVE how excited Rob is right now. His excitement is getting me PUMPED up for Spiderman No Wat Home. I can't wait And NOW I REALLY REALLY REALLY can't Wait!!!!!!

[@ElyDaBilly]

Rob is the man

[@AddMoreQuarters]

It's going to suck unfortunately.

[@kenshinsakuma6431]

@@AddMoreQuarters soooo how do u feel abt the movie now that it’s out ? Pretty good if u ask me 💯😂, jus trolling love to read predictions obviously u couldn’t have known either way

[@NoVACorpsGaming]

Doc Ock from Spidey PS4 is probably my favourite Otto Octavius. I love the idea that he’s in this body that is breaking down and he needs his arms to feel complete, so sad

[@majinsole8554]

I agree that anti-hero Doc Oc should’ve kept going. I hope they bring that back one day. ~_~

[@superanimetube8316]

Ikr?!!! It's like his life had one conclusion that's just "perfect" for him. Though, him returning to the path of villainy was well executed. Still, I hope after sinister war, Otto becomes superior Spidey once again. There r already signs that he would in the recent issues.

[@majinsole8554]

@@superanimetube8316 Hey, maybe he'll become something entirely new... ~_~

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I appreciate your comic book videos,and it's storytelling. it brings me back to the good old days, when I had no problems. And reminds me of how much I love, forgot and didn't know about Marvel's comics

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Beyond omega level - The IRS

[@lanewaldon6450]

And this is why Doctor Octopus still remains to this day my favourite Spider-man Villain

[@coltkillergaming5685]

Mines kraven who’s ur least favourite

[@lanewaldon6450]

@@coltkillergaming5685 ooouuu good choice, and that's a tough one but my least favourite I'd have to say is probably Shocker.

[@coltkillergaming5685]

@@lanewaldon6450 mine is probably the female doc ock or mr negative

[@MarchallWhite12345]

What if Ra's al Ghul got the Ten Rings What if Doctor Strange got the Helmet of Fate What if Darkseid got the Cosmic Cube What if Deadpool got the Mask What if Darkseid fought The Avengers. What if Thanos got the Anti-Life Equation What if Shang-Chi was the Iron Fist What if Superman landed in Asguard What if the Batman Who Laughs invaded the Marvel Universe

[@yesete777]

As with most things, violence cannot be absolutely correct or absolutely incorrect. Violence is sometimes the answer.

[@Spthomas47]

Had a friend that said violence is never the answer for the years until then I knew him, take a swing at a different friend(he deserved it) one night. Regardless that the punch barely deserved the name, the other friend got the point about some of his behaviors. The smile on my face when I got to say sometimes it IS the answer was glorious.

[@PaulGuy]

I feel like violence should be a last resort...but it should never be off the table.

[@dswynne]

I wrote a version of Doc Ocks' origin that tied how he got his mechanical arms fused to him with Peter Parker gaining super powers. That version felt that since he was the one to "create" Spider-Man, Spider-Man was HIS creation, and therefore his to subjugate and control, hence the various battles over the years. In fact, in my version, Doc Ocks' genius was the creation of a type of energy that fused any two properties together (i.e. "fusion"), including biological to non-biological structures. Hence, again, my version of things, there was the Vulture, the Rhino, the Sand Man, Hydro-Man, etc, which was the result of Doc Ock's research. Heck, I even had it that the Black Cat had the equivalent properties of an actual cat, similar to Spider-Man having the equivalent properties of a spider. The story was out there, of course, but I liked the villain a lot, thus I raised his profile a bit.

[@tribalnerd5599]

Thanks Rob, I'm a plumber and it's nice to here that every now and then.

[@ElyDaBilly]

I'm a big fan of you rob. This is ely from harlem......let's a give Rob a thumbs up...like his videos....love you rob..

[@Moshuun]

24:07 what kinda discount Darkseid??

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Terrax

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Former Herald of Galactus

[@anthonyontv]

Your not wrong

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What is the amazing music during the video specifically during the superior Spider-Man part it’s amazing!

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I watch your channel and your vids like religiously lol. Been a fan of your stuff for like 6 or 7 years. I just wanted to thank you for educating me over the years. One of the biggest reasons I watch your videos is bc you express genuine love for the topic and its so obvious! You seem to love what you do and I love that! But anywho; I just wanted to thank you for making this small town Missourian geek into a guy who can educate his own friends on comics. I've always dug the channel and I hope you keep up the great work!

[@alexandriacarter8495]

So true

[@jasonyoung7705]

I always throught that Spidey was a success cos Marvel capitalized on a mistake that DC made. DC's big hero's where all jocks. Superman, Batman, etc. I'm sure there where writers who thought 'everyone wants to be a jock'. Although not initially DC, they almost hit paydirt with Shazam, because he was a kid, so the readers could identify with him. Peter Parker was a nerd. The Readers where nerds and geeks. I'm a nerd and a geek. Marvel was writing for their readers. DC did not.

[@thedukeofchutney468]

Well to be fair Clark wasn’t really a Jock. The big joke with Superman was that Clark was seen somewhat of a bumbling small town country boy. Also Shazam wasn’t made by DC, he was made up by Fawcett comics.

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I disagree with this a lot. I love ironman but he’s not relatable.character don’t have to be relatable to be interesting.

[@josephalton95]

You think DC made a mistake with Superman and Batman?

[@two4328]

Spiderman became somewhat of a jock in terms of physical characteristics but that still doesn't even matter to why he was such a good character.

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@@thedukeofchutney468 Well I did say "'Although not initially DC".

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[@trevorghalt1881]

Doctor Octopus: Hello Peter Me:☠💀

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Please cover Universe X and Paradise X. I loved the original Earth X story you covered and would love to see you cover the sequels.

[@sternis1]

Hey, I actually remember the story where Doc Oc got resurrected. My brother bought that comic book when it came out here (I'm in Sweden). It was almost the only Marvel comic book I've ever read...

[@heartless2147]

I was hoping you would mention Otto becoming the Superior Octopus and joining the Hydra Avengers during Secret Empire. That's probably my favorite version of villain Doc Ock, a cloned super powered body of Peter Parker with upgraded tentacles. If he stayed like that he would be pretty much unstoppable thanks to the strength, speed and spider sense alone.

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[@IamSimplyYOSH]

I actually loved Doc Ock being superior Spiderman. And returning to that mantle was really cool. I kinda wish he didn't go back to original Ock and maybe they could have made a new character for the role

[@phantomevil3025]

I thought I knew it all. At the beinging of the video i was like what could he say that i didnt already know. I was totally wrong. Thanks! Another great video.

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That rave music that kicks in around 5:30 always slaps!

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The backing track has no right to bop as hard as it does

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Would love to see you do that Spider Verse story and add that into the Spider-Man playlist

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I love how you explain something and then start that chuckle laugh of yours. Violence gets things done,heh hey heh heh

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[@ArbyWan]

You know of all the villians turned good guys, this was the one I kinda hoped would stick. Was such an enjoyable read.

[@markmagician2471]

I don't know Rob violence is never the answer unless the question is "What rhymes with silence?" Lol

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I listen to his story telling while I drive an hour to work. I could download the audio off KZbin but this guy deserves the views. If he had a spotify channel, I'll be there.

[@jdmbapastor5172]

So, I know this is ridiculous to suggest after WandaVision and Loki, but . . . It's possible that this version of Strange (in No Way Home) is Mephisto. It explains the arrogance and what might be a Strange v. Spider-Man fight scene. Clearly, the plot has One More Day influences, in which Mephisto was a central player. It would also help explain a true DS2: MoM.

[@Uatu-the-Watcher]

Rob. The return would be cool if it he learned from the experience. Letting it go doesn’t let it breathe in canon.

[@CheckeredX30]

Can't believe you skipped over the Secret Wars scene where Otto as the Superior Octopus saved May Parker and Peter gave him a clean slate. It was a big plot point as to why he went to the west coast to be the Superior Spider-Man again. Hahahaha maybe that podcast would be a good idea. Great video Rob!

[@Wezt334]

Skimmed over the Superior Octopus bit there Rob

[@buffbeenstuffed]

We have had Doc Ock and we have had Electro...the question remains when will we see a Norman Osborn/Green Goblin explained...with all his extensive history it is a must.

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And as always, quick as the *Flash,* Rob is here with awesome content updates!!😎😎

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[@d3m1g0d4]

Am still with you

[@blueyedevil1531]

5:12 I thought my house phone was ringing! I got up to get it, then came back to rewind what I walked away from and almost got up again XD

[@THELIFEOFVIEWS1]

Dr. Octopus Steady Rocking The Bowl Cut Lmao

[@benandrews7956]

I miss the old RNBE. Maaaaaaan lemme tell you something, Rob and Benny's banter was the stuff of legends. And superior spiderman was probably one of the best spiderman runs ever, which feels weird to say because it's not about Peter Parker.

[@AddMoreQuarters]

RNBE?

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I'm hyped for this Rob.

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You guys rock!!

[@MarkkuFIN94]

Doctor Octopus also caused the death of Gwen Stacy`s father, Captain George Stacy.

[@jazzie9247]

Spider-man and The Hulk are my absolute favourite heros of all time.

[@erobos111]

Brightburn Request👿Beyond Omega Level: Kulan Gath!

[@kega090]

Congrats on 2 million subs Rob!

[@stevengodoy6896]

Your chuckle is Dr. Hibbert level.

[@fireveno]

Rob is awesome, i have been watching him forever too

[@Mimic_Gaming]

Could you imagine if after no way home somehow Alfred Molina’s ock stays in the mcu and eventually we get the superior Spider-Man storyline

[@KameronJ7]

Imagine if No Way Home ended with this.

[@MIKE2111ful]

I wish that never happens

[@jeremiahjackson3248]

This was fast! I love it

[@nomoontk9357]

8 years of my life well spent as your viewer thank you Rob

[@MWhaleK]

Violence is a answer in the short term but it tends to breed more violence. But very often one must respond to violence with violence.

[@rubbersoul9462]

Violence isn’t an answer, it’s a question. I choose yes.

[@erickruckenberg8716]

I swear to all things holy if Marvel actually introduces the notion of Peter Parker going full metal and stops pulling his punches would be an INCREDIBLE story arc!!! Especially since it looks like they’re attempting to set up the Sinister Seven.

[@billybadass3056]

2 comic legends w/the MOST Iconic Villains... Peter Parker & Bruce Wayne..

[@johnmccain1460]

All hail Rob! Your Nerd Chi eclipses my own considerably. I'm always impressed.

[@shaynicholas22]

Thank you for your masterful explanations

[@zosofan1785]

You should do a comics explained about One Piece and it's popularity. It just passed Batman for overall comics sold worldwide and figured it would be worth your attention. I mostly want to hear you talk about my most favorite comic haha

[@LAVATORR]

1:21 Remember when children's comics had Albert Schweitzer references? Just picture a ten year-old being like "Yeah Spidey, you stick it to that Albert Schweitzer!"

[@hazardhousemusic5681]

3:59 “Chest Tentacles” Me: Spits out water

[@MichaelPerezHypnosis]

Might be worth noting that chemically induced sci-fi superpowers were quite popular right from the beginning of the Golden Age. You got fewer 'Magical' origins in the Silver Age, but the science heroes and villains were around from the beginning of the superhero genre. :)

[@ArcaneSorceror]

*Listens to parental details of Otto* "Wait, isn't that Netflix Kingpin?"

[@Bubby1122]

YES PLEASE DO A PODCAST

[@drez0352]

I like when doc oct wears the white lab coat

[@Jermthatormentor]

Another banger we love you rob

[@KingDues]

Love ur videos been around for awhile. Ik I'm not the only one , everyone lmk when u joined me was the end of 2017

[@Unpluggedx89]

DOCTOR OCTGONAPUS

[@donovandelaney3171]

His robotic arms are better in Spider-Man 2. That’s because they were practical.

[@bdbros8131]

yes i would definitely watch an hour comprehensive breakdown of comic book characters

[@gr8tbigtreehugger]

'Violence is not the only option, but it is an effective one'....and there'd be no comics without it.

[@gm2407]

Dont forget Doc Oc teaming up with Lex Luthor to take on Spiderman and Superman.

[@funkyblink]

I want Rob as a guest on a back issues ep or anything really from comic pop

[@zacharyjackson3104]

You’re the man, Rob!

[@Perry2186]

i alway find it cool to see how Villans interact with other Villans