Lopresti, Aaron - Amazing Spider-Man #375 p.60 - SPLASH!

Amazing Spider-Man #375 by Aaron Lopresti and Don Hudson is a haunting look at the complicated relationship between the Chameleon and his late half-brother, Kraven the Hunter. With a massive, rain-slicked close-up of the Chameleon, Lopresti emphasizes his grief and seething anger, making his vow of vengeance feel incredibly personal. The decision to set the scene at Kraven’s grave, with the rain pouring down, adds a heavy layer of atmosphere that fits the dark legacy of their family.

Don Hudson’s detailed inking is particularly impressive here, as the way he renders the individual raindrops and the texture of the trench coat gives the piece a tactile, gritty feel. The bottom panel’s shift to a wide silhouette of the cemetery creates a sense of lonely finality, showing just how isolated the Chameleon is in his quest. It is a powerful example of a 90s splash page that uses scale and weather to tell a story about loss and the "predator's" unique way of mourning.