The Man of Steel # 1 2018 NM-

The Man of Steel #1 (2018) marked a massive turning point for Superman, serving as the official DC Comics debut of legendary writer Brian Michael Bendis. Released on May 30, 2018, this six-issue weekly miniseries completely reshaped Superman's status quo, leading directly into his takeover of the main Superman and Action Comics titles.

Core Synopsis & Premise

The issue kicks off a cosmic mystery that challenges everything Clark Kent knows about the destruction of his home planet.

• The Plot: A monstrous new villain named Rogol Zaar arrives, claiming that he was the one who actually destroyed Krypton—not a natural disaster—and he is determined to finish the job by wiping out the remaining Kryptonians.
• The Mystery: Superman struggles internally as his wife, Lois Lane, and son, Jon Kent, have mysteriously gone missing from Metropolis, leaving him isolated.
• The Creative Team: Written by Brian Michael Bendis, the premiere issue features blockbuster artwork by penciler Ivan Reis, inker Joe Prado, and a special prologue illustrated by Jason Fabok.

Key Character Shifts & Debuts

• Rogol Zaar: Debuts as a brutal alien warlord with a deep, ancient hatred for the House of El.
• Melody Moore: Introduced as the new Metropolis Fire Chief who forms a quick bond with Superman as they investigate a series of mysterious fires.
• The Kent Family: The story sets up the fracture of the Super-family, which eventually leads to Jon Kent leaving into space with his grandfather, Jor-El.