{"title":"Superman","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperman,\u003c\/strong\u003e first appearance in \u003cstrong\u003eAction Comics #1 \u003c\/strong\u003e(Cover date of June 1938 and was released on April 18, 1938)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"lEywRc_a,lEywRc_b,lEywRc_c\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis a classic American superhero published by DC Comics since 1938. Created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, he is considered the archetypal superhero, known for his vast powers, iconic blue and red costume, and strong moral compass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin and Identity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBirth Name \u0026amp; Home Planet:\u003c\/b\u003e He was born Kal-El on the technologically advanced planet Krypton. His scientist parents, Jor-El and Lara, sent him to Earth in a small rocket just as Krypton was about to explode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUpbringing \u0026amp; Human Name:\u003c\/b\u003e The rocket landed in a field near the fictional town of Smallville, Kansas, where the infant was discovered and adopted by farmers Jonathan and Martha Kent. They named him Clark Kent and raised him with strong moral values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual Identity:\u003c\/b\u003e As an adult, he moves to the city of Metropolis and works as a mild-mannered journalist for the \u003ci\u003eDaily Planet\u003c\/i\u003e newspaper, alongside his colleague and primary love interest, Lois Lane. This civilian identity helps him protect his secret life as Superman. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePowers and Abilities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSuperman's powers stem from his alien physiology absorbing energy from Earth's yellow sun. His abilities typically include: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperhuman Strength, Speed, and Flight:\u003c\/b\u003e He is capable of immense feats of strength (like lifting an airplane), moving at incredible speeds, and flying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNear-Invulnerability:\u003c\/b\u003e His body is nearly indestructible, though he is not immortal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Sensory Powers:\u003c\/b\u003e These include x-ray vision (which cannot see through lead), heat vision (shooting heat from his eyes), super-hearing, and telescopic vision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuper-Breath:\u003c\/b\u003e He can expel air with gale force or make his breath cold enough to freeze objects. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeaknesses and Foes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSuperman is not without vulnerabilities. His primary weaknesses are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKryptonite:\u003c\/b\u003e This radioactive mineral from the remains of his home planet severely weakens him and can be fatal with prolonged exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMagic:\u003c\/b\u003e He has no special defense against magical attacks. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHis most prominent enemies include the criminal genius \u003cb\u003eLex Luthor\u003c\/b\u003e and the Kryptonian villain \u003cb\u003eGeneral Zod\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Impact\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSince his debut in \u003ci\u003eAction Comics\u003c\/i\u003e #1 in 1938, Superman has become a global icon and a significant part of American popular culture, appearing in numerous comic books, films, radio shows, and television series. He is often a founding member of the superhero team the Justice League and remains a powerful symbol of hope and justice. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"superman-unlimited-1-7-25-dc-comics-mora-variant-cover-cgc-9-8-4631835001","title":"Superman Unlimited # 1 James Gunn Variant 7\/25 CGC 9.8 4631835001","description":"\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-subtree=\"aimfl\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperman Unlimited #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released May 21, 2025) is the debut of a new ongoing series by writer Dan Slott and artist Rafael Albuquerque. It serves as a major entry point for new readers, blending a retelling of Superman's classic history with a massive shift in the modern DC Universe status quo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Meteorite Crisis: While Metropolis celebrates the global expansion of the Daily Planet, a massive asteroid made of \"Inertron\" (a 31st-century alloy) hurtles toward Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA Deadly Discovery: Superman attempts to shatter the asteroid, only to find the Inertron was a shell covering a core of pure Kryptonite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eNear-Death Experience: In a suicide mission to redirect the rock, Superman is exposed to lethal radiation. As he struggles, he experiences a life-flashing-before-his-eyes recap of his entire history—from Krypton's destruction to his marriage to Lois and the birth of his son, Jon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA New Status Quo: Superman wakes up from a three-month coma to find the world changed. The meteorite landed in a small nation called El Caldero, which has become a global superpower by mining and selling the Kryptonite. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Changes and Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGolden Superman: At the end of the issue, Superman is shown glowing with a mysterious golden light. This \"spectrographic resistance\" suggests he may now have a new power that makes him immune to the Kryptonite that currently floods the Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eVulnerable Super-Family: While Clark has gained immunity, other Kryptonians like Supergirl and Superboy remain vulnerable, appearing battered and bruised from the now-commonplace Kryptonite weapons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDaily Planet Evolution: Lois Lane has been promoted to head a new global multimedia empire as the Daily Planet expands its reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"i10\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"i12\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4631835001\/\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4631835001\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826643292260,"sku":"A23","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/SupermanUnlimited17_25DCComicsMoraVariantCoverfront.jpg?v=1758570327"},{"product_id":"superman-unlimited-1-7-25-dc-comics-mora-variant-cover-james-gunn-cgc-9-8-4631835003","title":"Superman Unlimited # 1 James Gunn Variant 7\/25 CGC 9.8 4631835003","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperman Unlimited #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released May 21, 2025) is the debut of a new ongoing series by writer Dan Slott and artist Rafael Albuquerque. It serves as a major entry point for new readers, blending a retelling of Superman's classic history with a massive shift in the modern DC Universe status quo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Meteorite Crisis: While Metropolis celebrates the global expansion of the Daily Planet, a massive asteroid made of \"Inertron\" (a 31st-century alloy) hurtles toward Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA Deadly Discovery: Superman attempts to shatter the asteroid, only to find the Inertron was a shell covering a core of pure Kryptonite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eNear-Death Experience: In a suicide mission to redirect the rock, Superman is exposed to lethal radiation. As he struggles, he experiences a life-flashing-before-his-eyes recap of his entire history—from Krypton's destruction to his marriage to Lois and the birth of his son, Jon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA New Status Quo: Superman wakes up from a three-month coma to find the world changed. The meteorite landed in a small nation called El Caldero, which has become a global superpower by mining and selling the Kryptonite. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Changes and Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGolden Superman: At the end of the issue, Superman is shown glowing with a mysterious golden light. This \"spectrographic resistance\" suggests he may now have a new power that makes him immune to the Kryptonite that currently floods the Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eVulnerable Super-Family: While Clark has gained immunity, other Kryptonians like Supergirl and Superboy remain vulnerable, appearing battered and bruised from the now-commonplace Kryptonite weapons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDaily Planet Evolution: Lois Lane has been promoted to head a new global multimedia empire as the Daily Planet expands its reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4631835003\/\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4631835003\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826644635748,"sku":"A24","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/SupermanUnlimited17_25DCComicsMoraVariantCoverJamesGunnCGC9.84631835003front.jpg?v=1758570256"},{"product_id":"absolute-superman-1-1-25-dc-comics-cover-a-cgc-9-8-4631835016","title":"Absolute Superman # 1 DC Comics 1\/25 Cover A CGC 9.8 4631835016","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released November 6, 2024) is the debut of a darker, \"rawer\" version of the Man of Steel within DC's Absolute Universe. Written by Jason Aaron with art by Rafa Sandoval, it reimagines Kal-El without his traditional support systems—no Fortress of Solitude, no Superman family, and initially, no Kent family upbringing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Plot and World Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA Different Krypton: In this universe, Krypton is defined by a rigid caste system. Jor-El and Lara-El are not revered scientists but members of the Labor Guild, the lowest class. The iconic \"S\" shield is actually the symbol of this labor class rather than a family crest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAdult Arrival: Unlike the classic origin, Kal-El arrives on Earth as an adolescent or young adult rather than a baby. In this first issue, he is a \"lone wolf\" activist traveling the globe to protect exploited workers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eModified Powers and Suit: His powers are not as absolute; he must regulate his solar energy using a sentient, AI-driven suit named Sol. His heat vision is described as appearing like \"lava,\" and he may not even have the power of flight initially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLazarus Corporation and Lois Lane: The primary antagonist is the Lazarus Corporation, a global entity that exploits laborers and employs high-tech \"Peacemakers\" as enforcers. Shockingly, Lois Lane is introduced not as a reporter, but as a high-ranking military agent for Lazarus who captures Superman at the end of the issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDarker Tone: The series is part of a universe born from \"Darkseid energy,\" meaning the world is intentionally bleaker and heroes are \"underdogs\" fighting against a corrupt system. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative Team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Jason Aaron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtist: Rafa Sandoval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eColorist: Ulises Arreola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLetterer: Becca Carey \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231016\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231016\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826680090724,"sku":"A34","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/AbsoluteSuperman11_25DCComicsfront16.jpg?v=1758568500"},{"product_id":"absolute-superman-1-4-25-dc-comics-third-printing","title":"Absolute Superman # 1 DC Comics 4\/25 Third Printing Jim Lee CGC 9.8 4631835020","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released November 6, 2024) is the debut of a darker, \"rawer\" version of the Man of Steel within DC's Absolute Universe. Written by Jason Aaron with art by Rafa Sandoval, it reimagines Kal-El without his traditional support systems—no Fortress of Solitude, no Superman family, and initially, no Kent family upbringing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Plot and World Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Different Krypton: In this universe, Krypton is defined by a rigid caste system. Jor-El and Lara-El are not revered scientists but members of the Labor Guild, the lowest class. The iconic \"S\" shield is actually the symbol of this labor class rather than a family crest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdult Arrival: Unlike the classic origin, Kal-El arrives on Earth as an adolescent or young adult rather than a baby. 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As he struggles, he experiences a life-flashing-before-his-eyes recap of his entire history—from Krypton's destruction to his marriage to Lois and the birth of his son, Jon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA New Status Quo: Superman wakes up from a three-month coma to find the world changed. The meteorite landed in a small nation called El Caldero, which has become a global superpower by mining and selling the Kryptonite. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Changes and Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGolden Superman: At the end of the issue, Superman is shown glowing with a mysterious golden light. 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It is written by Brian Azzarello with iconic artwork by Jim Lee and inks by Scott Williams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe story takes place one year after a million people, including Lois Lane, mysteriously vanished from Earth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Conflict: Superman intervenes in a brutal war between two neighboring nations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Dilemma: While trying to help, \"Big Blue\" unseats a ruthless dictator but inadvertently causes more chaos than intended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eConfession: A major portion of the issue features a framing device where Superman confesses his doubts and internal struggles to a priest, Father Daniel Leone, at a church in Metropolis. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Characters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSuperman (Clark Kent): Struggling with the guilt of failing to protect the million vanished people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eFather Daniel Leone: A new supporting character introduced in this arc who acts as Superman's confidant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Dictator: The ruler of a warring nation whom Superman deposes, sparking geopolitical complications. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCollecting \u0026amp; Variants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis issue is highly sought after by collectors for its Jim Lee artwork and special covers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStandard Cover: Features Superman by Jim Lee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231010\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231010\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869030961252,"sku":"A14","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/Superman2057_04DCComicsJimLeeCGC9.84635231010front.jpg?v=1758569623"},{"product_id":"superman-unlimited-1-7-25-dc-comics-dellotto-variant-cover-cgc-9-8-4635231021","title":"Superman Unlimited # 1 DC Comics 7\/25 Dell'Otto Variant Cover CGC 9.8 4635231021","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperman Unlimited #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released May 21, 2025) is the debut of a new ongoing series by writer Dan Slott and artist Rafael Albuquerque. It serves as a major entry point for new readers, blending a retelling of Superman's classic history with a massive shift in the modern DC Universe status quo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Meteorite Crisis: While Metropolis celebrates the global expansion of the Daily Planet, a massive asteroid made of \"Inertron\" (a 31st-century alloy) hurtles toward Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Deadly Discovery: Superman attempts to shatter the asteroid, only to find the Inertron was a shell covering a core of pure Kryptonite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNear-Death Experience: In a suicide mission to redirect the rock, Superman is exposed to lethal radiation. 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Created by writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Dragotta, it reimagines Bruce Wayne as a working-class \"chaos agent\" rather than a billionaire socialite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Story \u0026amp; Setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn this reality, the \"wealth\" is stripped away. Bruce Wayne is a massive, 6'6\" city engineer who grew up in the public housing of Crime Alley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Origin: His father, Thomas Wayne, was a social worker, and his mother, Martha, was a municipal employee. They were killed in a mass shooting at a zoo, leaving Bruce with a raw, structural understanding of Gotham’s decay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Mission: Without a cave or a butler, Bruce uses his knowledge of Gotham's infrastructure to fight from the bottom up. 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Cover A First Printing Interior Cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis deal includes two CGC 9.8 graded comics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #1\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics 12\/24 The 616 Comics Edition A Interior Cover A CGC 9.8 4635230023\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"CGC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230023\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230023\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics 1\/25 The 616 Comics Edition A Interior Cover A CGC 9.8 4632531008\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231008\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635231008\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAA\" class=\"Y3BBE\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Batman # 1\u003c\/b\u003e, released on October 9, 2024, is the blockbuster debut of DC’s Absolute Universe. Created by writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Dragotta, it reimagines Bruce Wayne as a working-class \"chaos agent\" rather than a billionaire socialite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Story \u0026amp; Setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn this reality, the \"wealth\" is stripped away. Bruce Wayne is a massive, 6'6\" city engineer who grew up in the public housing of Crime Alley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Origin: His father, Thomas Wayne, was a social worker, and his mother, Martha, was a municipal employee. They were killed in a mass shooting at a zoo, leaving Bruce with a raw, structural understanding of Gotham’s decay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Mission: Without a cave or a butler, Bruce uses his knowledge of Gotham's infrastructure to fight from the bottom up. He views Batman not as a symbol of order, but as a \"beast\" meant to tear down the corrupt systems of the elite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Villains: The issue introduces the Party Animals, a lethal gang wearing animal masks, who serve a mysterious group of wealthy elites known as the Black Mask.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Reinventions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Arsenal: His bat-ears double as combat knives, and his massive cape is made of heavy, weighted ballistic material. His primary weapon is a brutal, foldable battle-axe formed from the chest emblem of his suit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlfred Pennyworth: No longer a butler, Alfred is a high-level MI6 field agent sent to Gotham to observe and potentially neutralize the threat that Batman represents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Batmobile: He drives a modified, heavy-duty armored motorcycle rather than a high-tech supercar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released November 6, 2024) is the debut of a darker, \"rawer\" version of the Man of Steel within DC's Absolute Universe. Written by Jason Aaron with art by Rafa Sandoval, it reimagines Kal-El without his traditional support systems—no Fortress of Solitude, no Superman family, and initially, no Kent family upbringing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Plot and World Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Different Krypton: In this universe, Krypton is defined by a rigid caste system. Jor-El and Lara-El are not revered scientists but members of the Labor Guild, the lowest class. The iconic \"S\" shield is actually the symbol of this labor class rather than a family crest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdult Arrival: Unlike the classic origin, Kal-El arrives on Earth as an adolescent or young adult rather than a baby. In this first issue, he is a \"lone wolf\" activist traveling the globe to protect exploited workers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eModified Powers and Suit: His powers are not as absolute; he must regulate his solar energy using a sentient, AI-driven suit named Sol. His heat vision is described as appearing like \"lava,\" and he may not even have the power of flight initially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLazarus Corporation and Lois Lane: The primary antagonist is the Lazarus Corporation, a global entity that exploits laborers and employs high-tech \"Peacemakers\" as enforcers. Shockingly, Lois Lane is introduced not as a reporter, but as a high-ranking military agent for Lazarus who captures Superman at the end of the issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDarker Tone: The series is part of a universe born from \"Darkseid energy,\" meaning the world is intentionally bleaker and heroes are \"underdogs\" fighting against a corrupt system. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46873802866788,"sku":"E212","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/AbsoluteBatman_112_24DCComicsThe616ComicsEditionAInteriorCoverACGC9.84635230023front.jpg?v=1758561106"},{"product_id":"batman-160-7-25-dc-comics-bermejo-variant-cover-cgc-9-8-4635230009","title":"Batman # 160 Bermejo Variant Summer of Superman 7\/25 CGC 9.8 4635230009","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBatman #160\u003c\/b\u003e, released on May 28, 2025, is the third chapter of the \"H2SH\" (Hush 2) storyline. It reunites the original creative team of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee for a direct sequel to the iconic 2002 Batman: Hush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot and Key Developments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe issue ramps up the psychological and physical stakes as Hush (Thomas Elliot) continues his campaign against Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSilence \u0026amp; Armori: The issue introduces Silence, a mysterious new powerhouse villain and ally to Hush. Batman also faces Armori, a surgically enhanced villain wielding technology inspired by the Metal Men.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Red Hood Betrayal: In a major twist, Jason Todd (Red Hood) is revealed to be working with Hush. Hush has manipulated Jason by promising to use his surgical expertise to \"fix\" the long-term physical and psychological trauma remaining from Jason's death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eFractured Alliances:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eNightwing and Batgirl are forced into an uneasy alliance with the Riddler, who claims to have vital information but remains cryptic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eDamian Wayne makes a dramatic entrance, surprisingly bringing Bane along as an ally to support Batman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Cliffhanger: The story culminates at Gotham Med Tower, where Hush threatens to kill Damian Wayne with a Damascus steel scalpel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative Team \u0026amp; Format\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCreators: Written by Jeph Loeb, with pencils by Jim Lee, inks by Scott Williams, and colors by Alex Sinclair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230009\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230009\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46873874202724,"sku":"B31","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/Batman_1607_25DCComicsBermejoVariantCoverSummerofSupermanCGC9.84635230009front.jpg?v=1758569429"},{"product_id":"batman-160-7-25-dc-comics-bermejo-variant-cover-summer-of-superman-cgc-9-8-46352300010","title":"Batman # 160 Bermejo Variant Summer of Superman 7\/25 CGC 9.8 46352300010","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-hveid=\"CA4QAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBatman #160\u003c\/b\u003e, released on May 28, 2025, is the third chapter of the \"H2SH\" (Hush 2) storyline. It reunites the original creative team of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee for a direct sequel to the iconic 2002 Batman: Hush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlot and Key Developments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe issue ramps up the psychological and physical stakes as Hush (Thomas Elliot) continues his campaign against Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSilence \u0026amp; Armori: The issue introduces Silence, a mysterious new powerhouse villain and ally to Hush. Batman also faces Armori, a surgically enhanced villain wielding technology inspired by the Metal Men.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Red Hood Betrayal: In a major twist, Jason Todd (Red Hood) is revealed to be working with Hush. Hush has manipulated Jason by promising to use his surgical expertise to \"fix\" the long-term physical and psychological trauma remaining from Jason's death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eFractured Alliances:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eNightwing and Batgirl are forced into an uneasy alliance with the Riddler, who claims to have vital information but remains cryptic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eDamian Wayne makes a dramatic entrance, surprisingly bringing Bane along as an ally to support Batman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Cliffhanger: The story culminates at Gotham Med Tower, where Hush threatens to kill Damian Wayne with a Damascus steel scalpel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative Team \u0026amp; Format\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCreators: Written by Jeph Loeb, with pencils by Jim Lee, inks by Scott Williams, and colors by Alex Sinclair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230010\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230010\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46873897795684,"sku":"B32","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/Batman_1607_25DCComicsBermejoVariantCoverSummerofSupermanCGC9.846352300010front.jpg?v=1758569371"},{"product_id":"absolute-superman-1-6-25-dc-comics-fourth-printing-mora-foil-9-8-4635230025","title":"Absolute Superman # 1 DC Comics 6\/25 Fourth Printing\/Mora Foil 9.8 4635230025","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released November 6, 2024) is the debut of a darker, \"rawer\" version of the Man of Steel within DC's Absolute Universe. Written by Jason Aaron with art by Rafa Sandoval, it reimagines Kal-El without his traditional support systems—no Fortress of Solitude, no Superman family, and initially, no Kent family upbringing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Plot and World Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA Different Krypton: In this universe, Krypton is defined by a rigid caste system. Jor-El and Lara-El are not revered scientists but members of the Labor Guild, the lowest class. The iconic \"S\" shield is actually the symbol of this labor class rather than a family crest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAdult Arrival: Unlike the classic origin, Kal-El arrives on Earth as an adolescent or young adult rather than a baby. 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Shockingly, Lois Lane is introduced not as a reporter, but as a high-ranking military agent for Lazarus who captures Superman at the end of the issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDarker Tone: The series is part of a universe born from \"Darkseid energy,\" meaning the world is intentionally bleaker and heroes are \"underdogs\" fighting against a corrupt system. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative Team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Jason Aaron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtist: Rafa Sandoval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eColorist: Ulises Arreola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLetterer: Becca Carey \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230025\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CGC\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cgccomics.com\/certlookup\/4635230025\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46875621949540,"sku":"C22","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_02_09_18_55_49_634.jpg?v=1770685001"},{"product_id":"absolute-superman-1-8-25-dc-comics-fifth-printing-spears-foil-cgc-9-8-4635231012","title":"Absolute Superman # 1 DC Comics 8\/25 Fifth Printing\/Spears Foil CGC 9.8 4635231012 (Marks on Front)","description":"\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-subtree=\"aimfl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Superman #1\u003c\/b\u003e (released November 6, 2024) is the debut of a darker, \"rawer\" version of the Man of Steel within DC's Absolute Universe. 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