The Transformation of Gwen Stacy into Gwenom
We’re diving into an exciting character evolution in today’s From Panel to Play! Join us as we explore Gwen Stacy’s dark turn from the beloved Ghost Spider to the formidable Gwenom, wielding her powers with a new, intense ferocity.
The Fall and Rise of Gwen Stacy
Initially devastated by the loss of her spider powers at the hands of Cindy Moon, Gwen Stacy refused to accept her new reality. In her quest to regain her abilities, Gwen embarked on a grim journey filled with fleeting hopes. Her fortunes changed dramatically when she encountered and bonded with the infamous symbiote, Venom. This new alliance transformed her into Gwenom, enhancing her aggression and combativeness, fueled by the symbiote’s ability to amplify and feed off her emotions.
Gwenom’s Enhanced Abilities and Stats
In her Gwenom form, Gwen Stacy transforms into a formidable brawler on the tabletop battlefield. Now a Threat Value 4 character, Gwenom boasts increased stamina with 6 points on her Healthy side and 7 on her Injured side. Her defensive stats reflect the dual nature of her symbiote’s strengths and weaknesses: 4 in Physical, 2 in Energy, and 3 in Mystic. Despite the heavy influence of the symbiote, Gwen retains her agility with a Long movement range, ensuring she can swiftly navigate the battlefield.
Signature Attacks of Gwenom
Gwenom’s combat style is significantly enhanced by the symbiote, as seen in her primary attack, Symbiote Spider Technique. This powerful move not only deals damage but also generates Power equivalent to the damage inflicted, featuring a Strength of 5. The attack includes two potent rules: it allows Gwenom to reroll attack dice if she has previously targeted the character in the same turn and grants a Long Advance post-attack under certain conditions.
Her second attack, Maximum Gwenom, epitomizes the raw power of the Venom symbiote. Costing 3 Power, this attack rolls 7 dice, allowing Gwenom to heal damage equivalent to that dealt to the target. The Rampage rule, triggered during this attack, causes collateral damage to nearby enemies, showcasing the symbiote’s brutal nature.
Gwenom’s Tactical Superpowers
Gwenom’s abilities extend beyond her attacks. Her first superpower, Dark Rage, is an active ability costing 3 Power that enables her to throw terrain features or enemies of Size 3 or smaller. This reflects her newfound aggression and willingness to use the environment as a weapon.
Her reactive superpower, Pick On Someone Your Own Size, allows Gwenom to defend her allies by attacking enemies who target them within Range 3. This power emphasizes her role as a formidable protector on the battlefield.
Classic Spider Abilities
Despite her transformation, Gwenom retains classic spider-related superpowers. Spider-Sense allows her to reroll up to 2 defense dice against Physical and Energy attacks, maintaining her resilience. Wall Crawler, another staple ability, enhances her mobility, treating her as Size 5 during advances, which proves vital in strategic positioning.
Gwenom’s Role in Battle
As Gwen Stacy embraces her role as Gwenom, her presence on the battlefield is marked by a mix of agility, strategic combat, and raw power. Whether she’s wielding her newfound abilities against foes or navigating complex terrains, Gwenom is a character that brings a unique and thrilling dynamic to any tabletop game.