<em>The frantic Arachnerd swung through the streets of Empire City, but as he passed Empire Stadium (HOME OF THE METAS!), the burly Superfan leaped into the air to block his path.<br/><br/>"Listen, punk, if you've got something to say about --"<br/><br/>Without pausing for an instant, Arachnerd punched Superfan across the face, snatched the bat out of his hands, and smashed his head against the side of the stadium, dazing him hopelessly.  The hapless baseball fan was left webbed to the side of Empire Stadium in a matter of moments as Arachnerd swung away in hot pursuit of the Spoiler.</em><br/><br/>---<br/><br/>With an inarticulate shout of rage, Arachnerd responded only by hurling himself forward and swinging the bat for the Spoiler's head.  Fortunately, he was unaccustomed to the weapon, not to mention his opponent's speed, and missed rather badly.