Marvel Rising: Initiation follows Gwen Stacy—better known as Ghost-Spider—as she tries to clear her name while learning the value of teamwork alongside other young heroes. Across six fast-paced shorts, the story explores themes of justice, friendship, and self-acceptance.
The quotes below capture the most powerful moments that highlight these themes and the characters’ emotional growth.
I didn’t hurt anyone. Nobody ever asked if I was actually guilty
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Reveals Gwen’s isolation and the series’ core theme of presumed guilt vs. truth.
Heroes don’t give up—no matter how hard the mission
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Encourages persistence, strengthening Kamala’s leadership arc.
You’re supposed to be unbeatable, but you can’t do it alone
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Underscores teamwork over individual glory during battle.
Being normal is overrated. Weird is where the fun starts
Episode 2 (“Marvel Rising Initiation Part 2”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Celebrates self-acceptance, echoing the franchise’s inclusivity message.
If the city’s against me, I’ll fight for it anyway
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Highlights Gwen’s resolve despite public hostility.
Saving people first, questions later
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Doreen Green / Squirrel Girl
Context: Shows Doreen’s optimistic heroism amid chaos.
I want to be myself—flaws, fire and all
Episode 1 (“Initiation Part 1”)
Speaker: Dante Pertuz / Inferno
Context: Marks Dante’s struggle with identity and powers.
Truth matters more than the headlines
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Daisy Johnson / Quake
Context: Emphasizes media skepticism and moral clarity.
Trust is earned, not assigned
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Rayshaun Lucas / Patriot
Context: Sets up later team cohesion by challenging blind allegiance.
The harder the fight, the brighter we rise
Episode 6 (“Co-Op and Away”)
Speaker: America Chavez
Context: Captures theme of resilience during final showdown.
We all have mistakes to fix—that’s why we’re here
Episode 5 (“Shake Things Up”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Connects team through shared redemption arcs.
Guilt can’t stop you when responsibility calls
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Shows Gwen pushing past self-doubt mid-battle.
No more running; time to stand and swing
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Turning point where Gwen chooses confrontation over flight.
Bendy beats brawny when hearts line up
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Light-hearted line underscoring creative teamwork.
Plans are great until the world punches back
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Doreen Green / Squirrel Girl
Context: Comic relief that also acknowledges adaptability.
Justice isn’t revenge; it’s setting things right
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Clarifies Gwen’s moral compass amid accusations.
Weird team, big hearts—that’s our power
Episode 6 (“Co-Op and Away”)
Speaker: Doreen Green / Squirrel Girl
Context: Celebrates team diversity before final push.
Every hero starts as ‘just a kid
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Daisy Johnson / Quake
Context: Validates youthful heroes against adult skepticism.
Fire can destroy—or protect, if I choose
Episode 1 (“Initiation Part 1”)
Speaker: Dante Pertuz / Inferno
Context: Dante wrestles with power’s dual nature.
We rise together or fall alone
Episode 6 (“Co-Op and Away”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Rallying cry uniting the Secret Warriors.
A mistake doesn’t define you; what you do next does
Episode 3 (“The Stories They Tell”)
Speaker: Rayshaun Lucas / Patriot
Context: Lessons on accountability and growth.
I’m done hiding behind a mask of fear
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider
Context: Emphasizes Gwen’s evolution toward open heroism.
Let’s be the heroes we needed yesterday
Episode 6 (“Co-Op and Away”)
Speaker: America Chavez
Context: Inspires proactive heroism at climax.
Together, our quirks make a perfect plan
Episode 4 (“Two on One”)
Speaker: Doreen Green / Squirrel Girl
Context: Highlights synergy of diverse abilities.
Normal can wait—there’s justice to chase
Episode 2 (“Initiation Part 2”)
Speaker: Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel
Context: Kamala chooses hero life over ordinary routine.
