Well, 'Venom: Lethal Protector' has some really interesting aspects when it comes to symbiote Spider - Man stories. It explored more about the symbiote race and Venom's own code of ethics as a sort of anti - hero. Although it focused more on Venom, it still had connections to Spider - Man's experiences with the symbiote and how it influenced the larger symbiote - related universe in the Spider - Man comics.
One of the best is 'Venom: Lethal Protector'. It shows Venom in a different light, as an anti - hero. Another great one is 'Maximum Carnage', which has intense battles and a complex plot involving Carnage and other symbiotes. And 'Web of Venom' also stands out as it delves deeper into the relationship between Spider - Man and the symbiote.
Definitely 'Venom: Lethal Protector'. It's a game - changer for how we view Venom. He's not just a villain but has his own moral code. 'Maximum Carnage' is also a must - read. It's a huge crossover event that involves many characters and has a very engaging story about stopping Carnage's rampage. And 'Web of Venom' is great for understanding the lore of the symbiotes in the Spider - Man universe.
The symbiote often makes Spider - Man more aggressive. He might be quicker to anger and less patient. For example, he could snap at his boss J. Jonah Jameson more often.
Amazing villains are also key. Like Carnage, who is a symbiote - powered villain. He is extremely violent and unpredictable. His presence in stories like 'Maximum Carnage' made the plot exciting and full of high - stakes battles. These villains test Spider - Man in ways he hasn't been tested before, especially when they are related to the symbiote aspect.
If Spider-Man held onto the symbiote, it might give him an edge against villains, but at the cost of losing control and potentially becoming a threat himself. It could also cause internal struggles as he tries to balance the power and its negative effects.
It could lead to a darker and more conflicted version of Spider-Man. The symbiote might enhance his powers but also corrupt his moral compass.
Spider - Man could develop a new sense of confidence, but also arrogance. The symbiote suit makes him stronger and more powerful, so he might start to think he can handle any situation alone. This could lead to him pushing away his friends and allies, like Mary Jane or Harry Osborn, until he realizes the error of his ways.
In this type of fanfiction, Spider - Man often becomes more complex. At first, he might be excited about the new powers the symbiote gives him. But as he realizes the downsides, like the potential loss of control, he starts to grow in self - awareness. He has to learn to balance his own moral code with the power - hungry nature of the symbiote.
The symbiote can make the story darker. Since it has a somewhat malevolent nature, it can bring out more of the edgier side of Spider - Man. For example, Spider - Man might become more aggressive in his fight against villains, which would change the overall feel of his battles.
One good 'Spider Man keeps symbiote' fanfiction is 'The Symbiotic Bond'. It explores how Spider Man manages to control the symbiote's darker urges while using its powers for good. Another is 'Symbiote Redemption' which delves into the idea of the symbiote becoming more heroic over time in Spider Man's company. And 'Spider - Symbiote Alliance' shows an interesting take on their partnership in a more complex urban setting.