Carnage's reign of terror has reached new heights, solidifying his status as a formidable deity in the Marvel universe. His gruesome act of slaying Meridius in Venom serves as a testament to his immense power and malice, propelling him to the forefront of Marvel's formidable villains.
Carnage's ascension to godhood has been a relentless journey, and now in Venom #30 he achieves this new phase with his most spectacular and impactful kill.
Eddie and the other symbiotes watched in horror as Carnage burst out of Meridius’ chest. The evil symbiote had also altered his appearance to closely resemble Meridius.
Carnage's reign of terror has scorched countless worlds throughout his existence, yet, each time he resurfaced, his brutality surpassed its former iterations. In 2022, on the fateful occasion of his 30th anniversary, Marvel bestowed upon him a series tailored specifically for him, in which Cletus Kasady embarked on a crusade of vengeance and murder against formidable foes. Carnage's insatiable hunger for dominance led him to confront and obliterate each of his adversaries with chilling efficiency. Yet, amidst his heinous deeds, Carnage never set out to annihilate his nemesis, Meridius. His arrival inside Meridius was as unexpected as it was inevitable, mirroring the unpredictable nature of his persona.
Carnage's merciless slaughter of Meridius was a chilling display of his utter ruthlessness. Not only did he spare Eddie Brock and the other symbiotes, but he also orchestrated the demise of Meridius, showcasing his utter disregard for life and the well-being of others. This act is a harbinger of dark things to come not just for Venom, but for the entire Marvel Universe.