Miles Morales’ Most Relatable Spider-Verse Moments

In the world wide Multiverse, there are many different types of heroes. Some are old pros, some are naturals, and some are teenagers fresh on the scene. While Miles Morales makes an amazing Spider-Man, he also falls into that last category.

Throughout super hero history, teens have often inherited or assumed great power. It’s a trope we all know and love. But some teen heroes really stand out from the crowd, like Marvel’s Miles Morales. Here are Miles’ most relatable moments from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

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Miles Is Embarrassed by His Dad

Parents … they just don’t understand. Feeling out of place comes with the territory when you’re a teen. You might even say eternal embarrassment is a teenage rite of passage, especially from a parent. Jefferson and Rio mean well, really they do.

However, when Miles’ dad says goodbye to him over his car’s loudspeaker, we all felt that new-school embarrassment. And boy did it hurt. On the front steps, too.

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Miles Is Late to Class

Following that catastrophic goodbye, we get a glimpse of Miles’ stressful life at school. His schedule is jam packed and no matter how much he tries, there’s no connection between him and his classmates.

To make matters worse, he’s even late to physics class. His teacher calls him out in front of everybody. Miles deflects with a joke but Gwen Stacy is the only one who laughs (and that’s just because it’s so bad).

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Miles Can Be Awkward

But sometimes an awkward introduction can have a silver lining — at least you were memorable. Miles and Gwen keep bumping into each other. Once Miles gets his powers, these encounters take a sticky turn. Gwen’s hair does not emerge a winner.

Still, the awkwardness of meeting new people feels so real. We understand Miles even better because we’ve all been there. It’s just another reason why Miles Morales is such a lovable Spider-Man. However, keep in mind the “shoulder touch” is an advanced technique.

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Miles Is Unsure of His Place in the World

Growing up is hard enough without having to understand strange powers. Plus, being at a new school and hurtling through the Multiverse don’t make things any easier. So it’s no wonder Miles questions who he is and how he fits in.

Whether you can swing through the skies or you’re dancing down the sidewalk, insecurity creeps up on everybody. The trick is to find people who support you — a strong inner circle makes a world of a difference. Plus, try to listen just a little bit harder to the voice in your head who says, You got this. Because you do.

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Miles Stops for a Snack

Hey, fighting crime works up a real appetite! During the introduction of Across the Spider-Verse, Miles has his first run-in with The Spot. But even while he’s grappling with the newest villain of the week, he makes time for a snack.

And what better snack than a beef patty from the bodega! We’ll take two, please, but hold the spots.

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Miles Feels Lonely

Super heroes bring people together, but they need community too. After his adventure in Into the Spider-Verse, Miles finds people who understand him. But when they all return to their own homes, he’s left alone again. Nobody around him knows what he does in secret. That isolation takes a toll.

When Ghost-Spider finally returns, she and Miles talk about how lonely it is to be who they are — and everyone, super hero or not, feels lonely from time to time. It’s a scary feeling. To see a hero who acknowledges this loneliness and fights it, rather than believes they need it, is refreshing. It matters having people who get you.

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Miles Dreams of More

Good and evil, heroes and villains, fighting crime and saving the world — all that’s hard, but does it even compare to surviving high school? Miles’ school counselor advises him that he must develop a “story” to get into the college of his dreams. His parents want him to stay close to home. But how about what he wants?

Like many young people figuring out their path, Miles wants to do his own thing. He dreams of seeing more than just Brooklyn even if others underestimate him. No matter what anyone else says, Miles knows he’s capable. He’s more than just a kid. After all, Spider-Man can always do both … right?

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Now that you’re all caught up, we’re sure you’ve got your own favorite Miles Morales moments — especially after that cliffhanger. Let us know!

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