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ACTION COMICS #1097 (DC COMICS)
What year is it again?
In the day and age of a young Clark Kent, he was known as “Superboy”. While still trying to handle his new-found public persona, he’s had to deal with many enemies of his time. In his latest fight, one has arrived from the future. That’s not even the craziest point.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #18 (DC COMICS)
In the wake of “The Battle Of Kansas”, there is some unfinished business.
Lois Lane is looking for payback. Talia Al Ghul is trying to bring back her father to his natural ruthless state. All the while, something is luring in the shadows that will shake everything up in the Absolute Universe.
BIZARRO: YEAR NONE #1 (DC COMICS)
In all of comics, it is tough to be one of a kind.
For one Superman rogue, he is the exception to the rule. A polarizing version of the Man of Tomorrow. What he lacks in smarts, he more than makes up in brute strength. An unconventional soul to say the least.
SUPERMAN #36 (DC COMICS)
Metropolis has a new champion!
In the wake of DC K.O., Superman is missing. This leaves a massive question for the citizens of the DCU to ask. They have an answer and it might not be one they are ready for.
DC/MARVEL: SUPERMAN/SPIDER-MAN #1 (DC COMICS/MARVEL COMICS)
Clark Kent. Peter Parker. Back at it again.
The pair of legendary heroes have carved out legacies that transcend comics. Both are pop culture fixtures. They have crossed paths in the past. Their first encounter was billed as “The Battle of The Century” in 1981.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #11 (DC COMICS)
Jon Kent’s life is anything but ordinary.
In the wake of DC K.O., his father is missing. Superboy-Prime is back. He has a new role with the New Titans. These are not even the most complex things happening in his direct path.
ACTION COMICS #1096 (DC COMICS)
Time is moving quickly for Clark Kent…or is it?
Still adjusting to the world knowing about “Superboy”, the young hero notices something is not making sense involving time. While investigating the problem, he discovers a situation for more complex than he could ever imagine.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #17 (DC COMICS)
METROPOLIS IS UNDER SIEGE!
Parasite has been unleashed onto the city! With an unending hunger, the being is consuming energy from all in its’ way. Absolute Superman is ready for the fight but already has his hands full. Absolute Hawkman is attempting to sway Krypton’s Last son by any means necessary.
SUPERMAN #35 (DC COMICS)
The end has finally arrived.
With DC K.O. crowning its’ champion, the final match is set. Superman has been taken off the board. This leaves the Time Trapper in uncharted territory. The Legion of Darkseid looks to make a statement of their own. Superboy-Prime, a Superman robot and Lois Lane bring the fight to the evil Legion. There’s no easy way out from this confrontation.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #10 (DC COMICS)
He who laughs last, laughs loudest.
The new Prankster has been making a name for himself in Metropolis. Bodies have been falling and more people have taken notice. One interested party is Superman.
ACTION COMICS #1095 (DC COMICS)
Friendship is a part of everyday life. What happens when it spills into the world of super heroes?
Pete Ross is finding this out first hand. The best friend of Clark Kent just discovered his most prized secret. When Kent flies back from a mission involving Gen. Sam Lane, Ross sees him changing out of his super costume. How does he deal with this discovery?
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #16 (DC COMICS)
The skies rain with blood!
Ever since his debut in Absolute Evil #1, many have wondered when they would see the Absolute version of a certain winged warrior again. Their wait finally comes to an end.
SUPERMAN #34 (DC COMICS)
It’s the end of the DCU Earth as we know it, and the only hope is who?
Superboy Prime has been placed in a role most can’t believe. Selected by the Time Trapper, Prime and Superman fought off the Legion of Darkseid to retrieve Booster Gold. In its’ aftermath, DC K.O. happened. Superman went into the tournament. Prime was considered lost in time, but now he’s back with an unlikely partner: Lois Lane aka SUPERWOMAN?! Together, they are handling what has been unleashed on Earth.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #9 (DC COMICS)
Perry White is a target of a killer with a twisted sense of humor.
Did the Joker come to Metropolis?!
ACTION COMICS #1094 (DC COMICS)
No good deed ever goes unpunished or in this case unnoticed.
Ever since Clark Kent first saved the day in Metropolis, the world has taken an interest. One of the first to do it was General Sam Lane. The army leader saw the potential for a possible weapon in Kent. Through a touch of manipulation, Lane has swayed the young Kryptonian to work with him. Has he made the right choice?
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #15 (DC COMICS)
It’s a new day in Smallville, Kansas.
Against incredible odds, the people fought back against the Machine. The Lazarus Corporation & Ra’s Al Ghul were defeated by the Man Of Tomorrow.
It dod not come without great loss. Martha Kent passed away before her adopted son was able to celebrate his victory. Krytpon’s last son also was dealt a blow with Sol, his living sentient cape sacrificed itself to assure a win.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #14 (DC COMICS)
Ever since he was exposed to the public, Kal El has been the subject of observation.
His heroic deeds have drawn a reaction from the Lazarus Corporation. Their leader wants the services of this “Superman” by any means necessary. Whatever Ra’s Al Ghul wants, he usually gets.
Not in this case.
SUPERMAN #33 (DC COMICS)
As DC K.O. progresses forward, one figure is imposing his will on the rest of the competition.
LEX LUTHOR has returned from exile with a vengeance! “Humanity’s Last Hope” has already dine a number on Superman. Now he has his eyes set on Jason Blood and Etrigan. They shouldn’t expect mercy. This next round calls for pain!
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #8 (DC COMICS)
With Kryptonite in abundance on Earth, Superman’s work saving the day is challenged now more than ever.
You can imagine his worry when Lois Lane is going undercover on a new space traveling program for the rich and famous. The ship’s source of fuel is that element that can kill him. If something goes wrong, Supes is helpless to stop anyone from being hurt or worse. Luckily, he’s got some help in the form of a Green Lantern.
SUPERMAN: THE KRYPTONITE SPECTRUM #5 (DC COMICS)
What a long, strange trip it has been for Clark Kent.
Under the banner of “Black Label”, creators have been able to take risks and chances with DCU characters. It’s a step outside the normal confines of continuity. This especially works woth the creative team behind the hit horror series “Ice Cream Man”.