It’s not right that only Carnage can weaponize its body parts, but you’re not wrong to argue that Carnage is the master in this field.
This brings us back to a fundamental question: Why can’t Venom, Carnage’s predecessor, create weapons like its offspring? Is there a specific reason for this?
First, let’s explore Carnage’s abilities.
What Makes Carnage’s Weapon-Creation Abilities Unique in Combat?
Carnage, a formidable offspring of Venom, is distinguished by its superior power and sinister innovations (which even terrify his “father”).
This symbiote had the terrifying capacity to transform parts of his body into war weapons—swords, spears, and tools of death readily available to him.
This starkly contrasted with Venom, who, despite his immense strength, did not possess this specific skill.
Another form of “Weaponization” is technological symbiosis, allowing Carnage to manipulate advanced Marvel armory, such as Tony Stark’s Iron Man armor.
While other symbiotes similarly merge with technology and generate toxic substances, Venom rivals their abilities by intricately shaping its biomass.
So the question here is: While symbiotes like Carnage display unique abilities, Venom can also shape-shift into complex constructs.
So, why doesn’t Venom do the same to weaponize?
Did Venoms Create Weapons Like Carnage?
Venom typically relies on brute force against enemies, while Carnage often crafts weapons like blades and knives.
Despite common perceptions, Venom can indeed form weapons.
In Venom issue #14, Eddie uses the symbiote to shape an axe, demonstrating that symbiotes like Venom are capable of creating hard constructs.
The misconception arises from earlier comics not depicting Venom with such abilities, a choice that highlighted blades with Carnage’s more violent persona.
Ultimately, all symbiotes, including Venom, have the potential to create any weapon, though proficiency in weapon creation varies and necessitates practice and skill.
This difference underscores the complexity of weaponization between Venom (the predecessor) and Carnage (the offspring).
Moreover, it’s important to remember that Venom can form any weapon or shape, depending on the symbiote’s capabilities and the host’s personality or desires.
Have you noticed the last time Spider-Man used a weapon? I think never.