{"product_id":"convergence-superman-man-of-steel-1-2015-nm","title":"Convergence: Superman: Man of Steel # 1 2015 NM-","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvergence: Superman: Man of Steel #1\u003c\/strong\u003e (2015) is a tie-in issue focusing on the Steel (John Henry Irons) from the Pre-Flashpoint continuity as he grapples with the loss of Superman and the dome's effects, while facing an invasion from the Future's End universe's cyborgs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStory Synopsis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe story is set in the domed city of Metropolis from the Pre-Flashpoint (pre-New 52) timeline. \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;\"\u003eA Year Without Superman: The city has been under a dome for a year, cutting off all inhabitants' powers. For John Henry Irons, this is doubly difficult as Superman has been fighting a losing battle in the main Convergence miniseries (#3-5), and Irons feels helpless to assist. The dome has left him a depressed and defeated man, struggling with existential dread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Dome Falls, Powers Return: When the dome is finally lifted, Irons' power suit is reactivated. He immediately feels a renewed sense of purpose and the weight of his \"S\" shield emblem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Future's End Invasion: The city's opponent is a grim, dystopian future version of Metropolis from the Future's End timeline. The champions of this future are a relentless army of Brother Eye cyborgs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSteel vs. Cyborgs: The majority of the issue focuses on Steel single-handedly battling the invading cyborg army in a desperate attempt to protect his city. The conflict is a stark contrast between Steel's heroic ideals and the soulless, machine-like nature of his opponents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Cliffhanger: The issue ends with Steel fighting a seemingly endless war against the cyborgs, putting the \"Man of Steel\" mantle to the test without Superman by his side. \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: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Louise Simonson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtist: Phil Winslade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCover Artists: Phil Winslade and Pete Pantazis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47925291712612,"sku":"BO52","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_02_21_14_31_49_663.jpg?v=1771706004","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/convergence-superman-man-of-steel-1-2015-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}