Meet Sunningdale’s Spider-Man
The superhero and anti-hero have collaborated to bring double the cheer to locals.
A SUPERHERO, Spider-Man, has made an appearance in the north Durban area, all in the name of fun and to put a smile on the faces of children.
The local Spider-Man made his debut appearance two weeks ago at a market in Sunningdale, where he resides.
The 27-year-old software engineer chose to suit up as the character after people thought he was Deadpool; an 18-year-old resident who has also been roaming the Durban North area in costume since June.
“I thought ‘why don’t I just collaborate with Deadpool?’ Deapool and Spider-Man have a bit of a bromance in the comic. I thought it would be a cool part of our act,” said Spider-Man, whose real identity is known to the Northglen News.
“Peter Parker is relatable to me. Stan Lee, before he died, said Spider-Man could be anyone because of his mask. That’s just me. Nobody knows who I am in the suit, so I can be anyone I want to be,” he said.
It turns out the local Deadpool and Spider-Man have a lot in common.
“We started hanging out and we actually have a lot in common. The one thing that stands out is that we want to give people a reason to laugh and to put a smile on a child’s face,” he said.
Last week, the duo attended the first screening of the new Spider-Man movie together.
“I plan on doing more appearances and campaigning for positive movements, if my schedule allows,” said the superhero.
In his spare time, Spider-Man collects and builds helmets and enjoys writing, drawing and anything technological.
“I love gaming, collecting comics and anything to do with comics. I also have a keen interest in videography,” he said.
Next on the cards for the superhero is a new costume.
“I’ve designed my own costume, which will be ready soon,” he said.
Follow Spider-Man on his escapades by following his Instagram page @durban_spider
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