Tarantula (Marvel Comics)
The Tarantula is a fictional character name used by several characters, usually supervillains, appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Most of these characters are primarily depicted as wearing a red and blue suit with retractable blades.
First appearance of the Tarantula in The Amazing Spider-Man #134 (July 1974). Art by Ross Andru.
Heroes for Hire are a superhero team appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team first appeared in Power Man and Iron Fist #54, and was created by Ed Hannigan and Lee Elias. The team continued to appear in comics regularly over the years, and has made guest appearances in television productions and game environments featuring other superheroes.
The Oracle Inc. version of the team as seen on the cover of Heroes for Hire #1 (Aug. 1997)