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Ah, Venom \u2014 the slimy, toothy, alien symbiote that we love to love and hate at the same time.<\/p>\n

Venom isn\u2019t your typical Super Hero \u2014 or villain, for that matter. Venom curiously lingers somewhere between good and bad as an anti-hero with an origin story as twisted as his tendrils. Lurking in the shadows and invading people\u2019s genetic personal space since the 1980s, Venom has grown to become a popular, sprawling symbol of chaos in the Marvel cinematic universe.<\/p>\n

From Peter Parker<\/a> to Eddie Brock<\/a> and beyond, Venom\u2019s insidiousness impacts a number of (un)fortunate hosts across multiple decades, representing audiences\u2019 collective fascination with complex anti-heroes that defy easy classification.<\/p>\n

While this symbiote isn\u2019t here to be understood, we\u2019re at least going to try. Keep your wits about you and read on to join us as we venture into the origins of one of Marvel\u2019s most enigmatic and slippery creations, brought to life by Displate\u2019s collection of Venom posters.<\/a><\/p>\n

Who is Venom?<\/h2>\n
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If you\u2019ve not had the pleasure of encountering the insipid alien with the charming smile yet, allow us to introduce you. Venom is a complicated anti-hero with a dark presence that bleeds across much of the Marvel Universe. Known for his dual existence as a monstrous villain and morally ambiguous lethal protector, Venom has much more depth than your average parasite.<\/p>\n

Before Venom <\/a>ever set foot on Earth, he existed as a sentient alien symbiote on the planet Klyntar (more on this later). Fast-forward a bit; Venom first arrived on Earth as an extraterrestrial parasite looking for a host. We\u2019ll explore Venom\u2019s first bondings in more detail below, but, as you can imagine, Venom\u2019s hosts became filled with rage and resentment \u2014 oh and superhuman strength alongside a set of teeth terrifying enough to make any orthodontist weak at the knees.<\/p>\n

At this point, we know what you\u2019re probably thinking: Venom as we know him did not fully gain the name and identity of \u2018Venom\u2019 until after his bonding with Eddie Brock<\/a>. So, while we\u2019ll be calling him Venom throughout for ease of understanding, we simply had to point out our anachronism before the die-hard fans rightly do so first!\u00a0<\/p>\n

When it comes to morals, Venom isn\u2019t the cleanest cut. However, that doesn\u2019t mean he doesn\u2019t know right from wrong on some level \u2014 he just prefers to operate on a more primal sense of justice. Unpredictable, dark, and reluctantly heroic (at a stretch), Venom exists in the gray area of Super Hero<\/a> lore, and we\u2019re ok with that.<\/p>\n

Venom\u2019s Origins<\/h2>\n
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Before Venom extended his slimy tentacles to Earth, his life was far less eventful as he existed as a sentient alien symbiote on the planet Klyntar. But we need to go back even further to discover Venom\u2019s creation.<\/p>\n

Once upon a time, there was\u2026 OK, we\u2019ll spare you from cliche and cut to the chase. Venom \u2014 like all symbiotic life \u2014 was created by Knull, the dark god of the symbiotes. Before creating the symbiotes, Knull <\/a>reigned solo in a void of eternal darkness (as one does). Enraged by the emergence of life in the universe, Knull forged his iconic Necrosword to carve out the very first symbiote from the dark void, imbuing it with hatred and the desire for dominance.<\/p>\n

Venom Comes to Earth<\/h3>\n

Knull continued to create an entire race of symbiotes designed to spread his malign agenda across the universe. And in comes Venom <\/a>\u2014 though, as Venom: The Last Dance <\/em>teases, there\u2019s always more to Venom\u2019s complex history than at first appears. By nature, Knull\u2019s symbiotes must bond with hosts in order to survive, in the process sapping their emotions and enhancing their abilities.<\/p>\n

But our friend, Venom, is far too complex to put in a box; when seeking out hosts on Klyntar, Venom looked for a \u2018partnership\u2019 based on mutual respect rather than just plain control. To his fellow symbiotes, this was not normal behavior. In fact, Venom was exiled for seeking out connections deeper than traditional bond relationships. And that\u2019s how Venom <\/a>ended up coming to Earth.<\/p>\n

Venom\u2019s Greatest Hits<\/h2>\n

Here at Displate<\/a>, we\u2019re big on capturing great moments with our metal posters \u2014 and our Venom collection has allowed us to do just that for this loveable parasite. Below we\u2019ll take you through our top 5 Venom poster designs so you can get up close and personal with this alien fiend.<\/p>\n

If you haven\u2019t seen the newest Venom film, what are you waiting for? Released at the end of October 2024, while Venom: The Last Dance<\/em> marks the end of the trilogy, for many viewers,\u00a0 it will mark the beginning of a new obsession. Love him or hate him, Venom is an iconic character \u2014 even if he\u2019s just a parasite with an attitude problem.<\/p>\n

1. Say \u201cCheese!\u201d<\/h3>\n
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Molars, canines, incisors \u2014 Venom\u2019s got rows of them and he\u2019s flashing us a charming smile for this headshot poster. Perfect for frightening visitors in the guest bathroom or adding a little edge to your office or gaming room walls, this unflinching version of Venom <\/a>is a surefire way to make a statement.<\/p>\n

2. Blood Bath Venom<\/h3>\n
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If you\u2019re a fan of gore, boy, do we have the Venom poster for you. We had to add this hyper-detailed blood bath Venom to our top 5 list for the shock factor in its own right.<\/p>\n

A testament to the truly gruesome scrapes that Venom gets himself and his hosts into, this poster doesn\u2019t hold back. If you\u2019ve already got some Venom <\/a>merch or memorabilia on display, take it to the next level with this still that looks like it\u2019s straight out of a zombie-killing video game.<\/p>\n

3. Super Strength Venom<\/h3>\n
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One thing to note about Venom: he can lift. Many of Venom\u2019s powers piggyback off of Spider-man\u2019s<\/a> prowess (namely camouflage), but his super strength really takes the biscuit. As this poster illustrates, Venom has muscles upon muscles. We can\u2019t help but think that the perfect spot for this poster would be in the gym \u2014 perhaps right next to the weights for some motivation. Don\u2019t be disheartened, though, Venom<\/a> can also shapeshift, so who knows how many of those biceps are actually real\u2026<\/p>\n

4. Venom vs Spider-Man<\/h3>\n
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We had to include a battle scene on our list, and some of the conflict between Venom and his first host, Peter Parker<\/a>, is pretty iconic to say the least. While things might not have ended on great terms between this pair, the severance and related combat make for excellent entertainment. Add some action to your walls and Display two of your favorite Marvel<\/a> characters at once with this poster.<\/p>\n

5. Tongue Swing<\/h3>\n
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Lastly, time for a touch of humor with this last poster. What\u2019s the matter, Venom, spider got your tongue? This insanely detailed, eye-catching poster perfectly captures the power dynamic between Spider-Man<\/a> and Venom <\/a>and would make the perfect addition to a Super Hero wall or as a standalone statement piece in your TV room!<\/p>\n

Venom The Anti-Hero<\/h2>\n
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Before we wrap up this villain origin story, it\u2019s worth debating whether that\u2019s really what it is. Since Venom\u2019s debut as a gruesome menace seeking to ruin Spider-Man\u2019s<\/a> life, he\u2019s evolved into more of an antiheroic figure, changing with each new host and appearance.<\/p>\n

During his bond with Eddie Brock, Venom\u2019s motivations shifted and, together, they developed a sense of justice (albeit warped). In his bond with Flash Thompson<\/a>, Venom became an Agent, saving lives even! Now, however, Venom <\/a>stands as a complex antihero \u2014 neither good, nor bad. We\u2019ll leave you to decide how you really feel.<\/p>\n

Venom at Displate<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve developed a newfound curiosity for the symbiote since watching Venom \u2014 or you\u2019re a long-time fan \u2014 fuel your obsession with Displate. Our range of Venom-themed metal posters <\/a>brings your favorite anti-hero to life with bold decor perfect for your living room, gaming room, and more.<\/p>\n

Browse our full collection of Marvel posters here<\/a> or, for more information about your favorites, keep up with the Displate blog.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n