Marvel Comics

Silk #9

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by Comic Books Library August 02, 2025
Silk #9


Silk #9 – Comic Review & Overview

Genre

🩾‍♀️ Superhero, Action, Crime Drama, Psychological Thriller

Main Characters

  • Cindy Moon / Silk – A former research intern turned web-slinging superheroine with ties to Peter Parker’s origin story.

  • Felicia Hardy / Black Cat – A morally ambiguous thief and underworld queen with her own unique code of ethics.

  • Luna – A mysterious hacker with an unknown agenda who influences Cindy’s choices.

Writer

Robbie Thompson – Known for his emotionally resonant storytelling and his work on Doctor Strange and the Sorcerers Supreme and Spidey.

Artist

Tana Ford – Brings a sketchy, expressive visual style that captures Cindy’s emotional conflict and the shadowy corners of the criminal world.

Editor Details

  • Editor: Kathleen Wisneski

  • Assistant Editor: Devin Lewis

  • Editor-in-Chief at the Time: Axel Alonso

Publisher and Brand

Marvel Comics – Under the mainline Marvel Universe imprint (Earth-616 continuity).

Release Year

📅 2016

Brief Plot Summary

Following the intense multiversal crossover Spider-Women, Cindy Moon returns to her own world with her identity, allegiances, and sense of justice in flux. Struggling with emotional fallout and trust issues, she finds herself aligning once again with Black Cat — not out of loyalty, but out of confusion and desperation. As Cindy assists in more heists and blurs ethical lines, she must confront the question: Can you save the world if you’re unsure of who you are anymore?

Notable Arcs or Storylines

  • Fallout from Spider-Women: The emotional and narrative consequences of Cindy’s interdimensional journey heavily influence this issue.

  • Silk’s Descent into the Criminal Underworld: Her deeper involvement with Black Cat sets the stage for a future redemption arc or tragic fall.

Fan Theories or Interpretations

🔍 Some readers speculate that Cindy’s moral wavering is not just due to external events but tied to a deeper psychological struggle with imposter syndrome and PTSD.
💡 Others believe Black Cat serves as a dark mirror to Silk — a vision of who Cindy could become if she lets go of her moral compass entirely.
đŸ€” A popular fan theory suggests Luna might have connections to S.H.I.E.L.D. or be manipulating Silk for a bigger agenda, possibly leading to a future betrayal.

Review Summary

🎹 Silk #9 delivers a grounded and emotionally complex chapter in Cindy Moon’s journey. Robbie Thompson’s script skillfully balances tension and introspection, giving readers a protagonist who feels truly human. Tana Ford’s art complements the story with gritty, kinetic lines that evoke the chaos in Cindy’s head and in her world.

The issue doesn’t shy away from hard questions — making it more than just another cape comic. While action is minimal compared to previous issues, the character depth and subtle storytelling elevate it significantly. A must-read for fans who love their superheroes flawed, conflicted, and achingly real.

⭐ Rating: 8.5/10

🕾️ Silk #9 is where heroism meets hesitation, and the web of morality begins to fray.



Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Silk #9
Language : English