An all-out brawl between the DC powerhouse and a rampaging monster. SUPERMAN BLUNT FORCE (x3) + INTERNAL BLEEDING + ENERGY MANIPULATION ATTACKS: 1 DAMAGE PT (x3) + 4 DAMAGE PTS + 6 DAMAGE PTS = 13 DAMAGE PTS. DOOMSDAY BLUNT FORCE (x2) + INTERNAL BLEEDING (x3): 1 DAMAGE PT (x2) + 4 DAMAGE PTS (x3) = 17 DAMAGE PTS.
TOTAL
SUPERMAN’S NEGATIVE DAMAGE:
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-17 DAMAGE PTS.
Durability of a Mountain = 100000 Ton of TNT.
-(17 DAMAGE PTS * 3184046586 W * 12 h * 3600 s * 1 Ton of TNT)/(4.2*10^9 J) = -556753.288752 PTS * Ton of TNT.
Superman’s Durability = (-556753.288752
PTS * Ton of TNT)/(100000 Ton of TNT) =
-5.56753288752 PTS.
Durability = 4 – 5.56753288752 = -1.57 PTS = DEATH.
DURABILITY: DEATH
Durability: Death 1%
DOOMSDAY’S NEGATIVE DAMAGE:
Toggle the Toggle Arrow below to view the calculations.
-13 DAMAGE PTS.
Durability of a Mountain = 100000 Ton of TNT.
-(13 DAMAGE PTS * 3184046586 W * 12 h * 3600 s * 1 Ton of TNT)/(4.2*10^9 J) = -425752.514928 PTS * Ton of TNT.
Superman’s Durability = (-425752.514928
PTS * Ton of TNT)/(100000 Ton of TNT) =
-4.25752514928 PTS.
Durability = 4 – 4.25752514928
= -0.26 PTS = DEATH.
DURABILITY: DEATH
Durability: Death 1%
WINNER: DEATH TO A STANDSTILL
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Namely, the creative team on the story arc is legendary talent. In a few words, writer Geoff Johns and the late artist George Perez collaborate on the story arc. For his part, the legendary artist has produced classic works such as Crisis On Infinite Earths, the Post-Crisis reboot of Wonder Woman and the New Teen Titans.
When both superstars collaborate on this work, you expect a classic. In fact, the creative team is not pulling any punches!
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS SEQUEL
Really, Infinite Crisis is the sequel to Crisis on Infinite Earths. If COIE is about a mad god’s desire for multiversal annihilation, IC asks the question: Who is the true Superman to lead the heroes of New Earth?
With a tightly built plot, IC was THE DC crossover event of the 2000s! In the story, Alexander Luthor Jr. and Superboy-Prime are on a quest to find Earth-Prime, the perfect Earth. But this would mean the destruction of the 52 universes in the DC multiverse.
Now, the heroes must stop the villains’ raving plans before it is too late. Witness the fateful battle of the DC Universe against Superboy-Prime!
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On New Earth, Superboy-Prime returns from the Speed Force with a solar-collecting armor to help Alexander Luthor Jr. Now, the battle is on to destroy Luthor’s tower: The JLA, the Titans, the JSA band together in the Arctic.
Originally, former DC co-publisher revealed his intention to kill Dick Grayson in IC. Eventually, Superboy ended up making the ultimate sacrifice to destroy Luthor’s tower.
Nonetheless, the battle was only beginning. In Infinite Crisis (2006) #7, Superboy-Prime decides to fly into Oa, the center of the DC multiverse in order to create a Big Bang to recreate the DC universe with him as its only superhero.
And we recommend this comic for its non-stop action. Indeed, buy this comic to witness Superboy-Prime go through a 300-mile wall of pure willpower created by the Green Lantern Corps.
Certainly, there is the unforgettable battle of the Supermen: Superboy-Prime vs New Earth Superman and Earth-Two Superman. In the end, the comic answered the true meaning of Superman and why his ideal has inspired the DC Universe and fans for generations.
SALES, SALES, SALES
Really, Infinite Crisis #6-7 significantly boosted sales for the Hardcover. Though, it showed how a B-list character like Superboy-Prime can dangerously threaten the DC multiverse in a crisis.
In fact, Infinite Crisis #6 ranked 8th and Infinite Crisis #7 ranked 10th in 2006 Graphic Novels unit sales for single issues according to Comichron. Moreover, the Infinite Crisis HC was the number 21 best seller of 2006.
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FORMIDABILITY
Strength Class: Infinite 100%
Weaknesses: Space Objects 84%
Quality Opponents: Cosmic Being 84%
Limitations: Morals 50%
SCORE: 59
FORMIDABILITY:
BLOODLUSTED
Previously, Superboy-Prime struggled in a fight with the Flashes and was sent to the Speed Force. With the solar-collecting armor, Superboy-Prime managed to escape the Speed Force. Hence, his Strength Class is certainly Infinite Level.
And really, the two Supermen as his Quality Opponents are around Cosmic Being Level who can defeat cosmic beings and even skyfathers.
However, Superboy-Prime’s formidability is limited by his Morals. Though his solar-collecting armor does not protect him from Space Objects such as a red sun.
At the same time, he was eventually defeated not simply by red solar radiation since he managed to kill a depowered Earth-Two Superman but by his Superman complex and his inability to understand the evolution of New Earth.
QUALITY OPPONENTS
During the comic, Superboy-Prime faces the two Supermen, the JLA, JSA, the Titans and the Green Lantern Corps. Though SBP properly ranks as Skyfather.
FAN RECEPTION
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Recently, DC Comics chose superstar writer and artist Brian Bendis to develop the Legion of Super-Heroes TV show for HBO Max. Really, the writer was elated. Since Dark Nights: Death Metal, DC Comics has rebooted its entire line of comics with Infinite Frontier.
Since then, the Legion has been enjoying a revival. This year, the new Justice League vs Legion of Super-Heroes mini-series debuted. From Infinite Frontier, it continues Darkseid‘s quest for The Great Darkness. Moreover, an homage to the classic Legion story arc called The Great Darkness with Darkseid at its villain.
“HBO Max has put me to work on a LEGION OF SUPERHEROES TV SHOW,” Bendis revealed. “At the moment it is being developed as an adult animated show. Can you tell I am jumping up and down about this? I’ve been working on it for a while and last week I was sent to the next phase.”
IT RESTORES THE SILVER AGE ADVENTURES OF SUPERBOY WITH THE LEGION
In Superman (2019) #14, Superboy officially joins the Legion of Super-Heroes. With Rogol Zaar, destroying the Kryptonian houses and the galaxy on the brink of war, Superboy presents a powerful agreement. When the Kryptonians arrive, they tell the factions to cease hostilities. Courageously, Jon Kent tells them that Earth has a system called the United Nations to arbitrate conflicts.
Similarly, they could set up the United Planets. Suddenly, a blue light forms and the Legion appear for the first time since Rebirth. Solemnly, they ask the creator of the United Planets to join the Legion. Previously, we presented a rumor where Superman would become the ambassador of the League of Planets. Here, it is Superboy who eventually joins the Legion of Super-Heroes. Really, this restores the Silver Age Superboy adventures with the Legion.
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The fight starts out with Shazam’s lightning charged attack.
SHAZAM ENERGY PROJECTION ATTACK: 6 DAMAGE PTS.
On the final page, Shazam throw Grail into a truck. But Grail recovers and stabs him in the stomach.
SHAZAM BLUNT FORCE + CONCUSSION ATTACKS: 1 DAMAGE PT + 3 DAMAGE PTS = 4 DAMAGE PTS. GRAIL BLUNT FORCE ATTACK: 1 DAMAGE PT.
TOTAL
SHAZAM’S NEGATIVE DAMAGE:
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-1 DAMAGE PTS.
Power of A Lightning Bolt = (300*10^6 V)(30000 A) = 9*10^12 W = 2142.85714286 Ton of TNT.
-(1 DAMAGE PTS * 9*10^12 J * 1 Ton of TNT)/(4.2*10^9 J) = -2142.85714286 PTS * Ton of TNT.
Shazam’s Durability = (-2142.85714286
PTS * Tons of TNT)/(2142.85714286 Tons of TNT) = -1 PTS.
Durability = 3 – 1 = 2 PTS = METAHUMAN.
DURABILITY: METAHUMAN
Durability: Metahuman 17%
GRAIL’S NEGATIVE DAMAGE:
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-13 DAMAGE PTS.
Energy To Open A Wormhole = 1.2364969*10^37 J = 2.9440402*10^27
Ton of TNT.
-(13 DAMAGE PTS * 1.75728*10^8 J * 1 Ton of TNT)/(4.2*10^9 J) = -0.54392 PTS * Ton of TNT.
Grail’s Durability = (-0.54392
PTS * Tons of TNT)/(2.9440402*10^27 Tons of TNT) = -1.8475291*10^-28 PTS.
Durability = 9 – 1.8475291*10^-28 = 9 PTS = GALAXY.
DURABILITY: GALAXY
Durability: Galaxy 75%
WINNER: GRAIL WINS BY NEAR DEATH.
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One of the most popular Supergirl origin stories. Gift this comic to your significant other on the occasions of anniversaries, marriages, Valentine’s Day and birthdays. Available on Amazon.
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Superman and Batman work together to battle evil in many forms.
Critically, Superman/Batman, Vol. 2: Supergirl is the most popular Supergirl origin story in Post-Crisis continuity. Importantly, in an alien contact Supergirl arrives on Earth. And a dangerous menace rises that threatens DC’s Trinity.
Together, writer Jeph Loeb and superstar artists Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald collaborate on the story. Really, the writing shines on the paranoia of alien invasions.
Nevertheless, the art in the book is characteristic of Loeb’s run on Superman/Batman: muscular, bold, violent. Moreover, Darkseid vs Superman!
Indeed, share this Paperback to fans of Superman and on occasions of anniversaries and Valentine’s Day. Definitely, it is worth its price and will leave you wanting for more Superman and Batman! And Supergirl!
This comic showcases Superman/Batman, Vol. 2: Supergirl. One good feature of this comic is that it is available in Paperback and Hardcover formats. It is published by DC Comics.
To begin, Superman/Batman, Vol. 2: Supergirl deals with Supergirl’s most popular origin story. In fact, the Hardcover was a sell-out at the time.
Importantly, as the Girl of Steel causes tensions within DC’s Trinity, a new threat rises. Dangerously, Darkseid has set his sights on Superman’s Kryptonian cousin. And Supergirl must choose between Earth and Apokolips.
The comic is good for your collection. You will definitely marvel at Michael Turner’s strong pencils, the characters’ erotic physiques and the color palette.
COLLECT JEPH LOEB’S AND MICHAEL TURNER’S RUN
This is the comic to own in order to build your Superman/Batman collection. Together, this comic is part of Jeph Loeb’s and Michael Turner’s popular run on the ongoing series. Successfully, the comic has been adapted to the popular Superman/Batman: Apocalypse.
This product has 116 global ratings with a customer review rating of 4.7 out of 5.
The customer review said: “Michael Turner’s artwork is the epitome of what comic art should like. In the introduction, Jeph Loeb said that Turner drew the best looking females in all of comics. I’d happen to agree with him. Not only the women look good though. Turner’s Batman is one of the coolest looking versions of Batman ever. Even as much as I love Jim Lee’s art, Turner’s Batman put Lee’s to shame. Like Jim Lee, Turner’s super-detailed work caused him to become one of the hottest artists in comics. It’s really sad that Turner passed away a few years after this volume came out.”
There are seven negative reviews. One negative review pointed the poor plot: “This was a shame. I think supergirl is a cool character and can be done well, but this just makes clear that DC has no idea what to do with her. There is no characterization, no back up characters and the story can only loosely be called a “story.” The art is cool and it seems that is all this book has to offer. It’s a real disappointment, especially after Peter David’s run on the previous Supergirl (linda danvers) which was excellent. Stick with Many Happy Returns, possibly the best supergirl story ever (along with Crisis on Infinite Earths).”
Overall, this comic was good.
CONCLUSION
POSITIVE:
Paperback and Hardcover format available.
Popular Supergirl origin story.
DC’s Trinity.
Hardcover sell-out at the time.
NEGATIVE:
Hypersexualized females.
Poor plot.
OUR PRODUCT REVIEW RATING:
I recommend this comic as the most popular Supergirl origin story in Post-Crisis continuity.
⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating: 3.5 out of 5.
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One of the best Superman stories of the New 52. Gift this comic to your family and friends on the occasions of Comic-Cons and festivals. Available on Amazon.
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Decades before the Last Son of Krypton became Earth’s champion, another being of incredible power fell from the sky. His role in humanity’s deadliest conflict became America’s darkest secret.
Now the secret is out. And this super soldier has been unchained once more.
The Man of Steel. His arch-enemy, Lex Luthor. His close confidant, Lois Lane. Her ruthless father, General Sam Lane. Techno-terrorists with a shocking link to the past. All of them will vie for control of this hidden engine of destruction.
And when the smoke clears, only the real superman will survive…
From the mind of superstar writer Scott Snyder (BATMAN: ZERO YEAR) and legendary artist Jim Lee (JUSTICE LEAGUE) comes SUPERMAN UNCHAINED—a widescreen, cutting-edge take on the hero who started it all! Collects SUPERMAN UNCHAINED #1-9 and material from SUPERMAN UNCHAINED DIRECTORS CUT #1.
Critically, Superman Unchained (2014) is the best Superman story of the New 52. Importantly, a secret about the U.S. Army and alien contact arises that threatens Earth. And a mysterious ally rises who questions Superman’s humanity.
Together, writer Scott Snyder and superstar artists Jim Lee and Dustin Nguyen collaborate on the story. Though grounded and deconstructionist, the writing shines on the menace of alien invasions. Nevertheless, the art in the book is characteristic of the New 52: big, bold, fun. Moreover, Superman vs Wraith!
Indeed, share this Deluxe Edition to fans of Superman, at comic clubs and Comic-Cons. Definitely, it is worth its price and will leave you wanting for more Superman! And Lois Lane!
This comic showcases Superman Unchained: Deluxe Edition (The New 52). One good feature of this comic is that it is available in Hardcover format. It is published by DC Comics.
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This comic has another feature. One good feature of this comic is that it is available in Kindle and Comixology formats. It is published by DC Comics.
To begin, Superman Unchained questions the place of Superman in the world. Importantly, a new villain appears who questions Clark’s humanity. Dangerously, the U.S. Army and a mysterious alien army threaten Earth. And Superman must choose between Earth and his Kryptonian heritage.
The comic is excellent for your collection. You will definitely love Jim Lee’s realistic pencils, the characters’ muscular physiques and the color palette. This is the comic to own in order to build your New 52 collection.
This product has 268 global ratings with a customer review rating of 4.8 out of 5.
The customer review said: “An exiting action packed adventure. the art is excellent, from one of today’s top artist in the media. the story is OK. Well written. Very enjoyable.
My favorite parts where Superman’s inner dialogues, They make him brave and really smart. Shows it takes more than super-powers to be super-hero. Also Batman and Superman NOT being rivals and actually trusting each other. And Clark acting like a reporter and not just being a cover up for the world’s greatest hero.
What I dislike was having the army considering Superman a threat…Again. Its been so overused lately (Superman:Birthright, Superman: Earth One, Superman: Secret Origin, the Man of Steel movie, etc).”
There are two negative reviews. One negative review pointed Superman not acting in character: “Superman was acting like batman did not really felt the story it was meh.”
Overall, this comic was great.
CONCLUSION
POSITIVE:
Hardcover format available.
Kindle and Comixology formats available.
Great writing.
Great art.
NEGATIVE:
Repetitive superhero tropes.
OUR PRODUCT REVIEW RATING:
I recommend this comic as the best Superman comic of the New 52.
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
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Namely, the creative team on the story arc is an all-star talent. In a few words, writer Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness collaborate on the story arc. Together, they produced the cataclysmic Our Worlds At War crossover event.
When both superstars collaborate on works, you know they are playing for keeps. In fact, the heroes are not pulling any punches!
THE WORLD’S FINEST ON STEROIDS
Really, Public Enemies is The World’s Finest team-up on steroids. What happens when you pit the two most popular DC heroes, namely Superman and Batman, as underdogs against the DC Universe?
And add to that characters drawn with bulging muscles and oversized physiques! In the story, President Luthor has put a $1 billion bounty on Superman and Batman. Previously, our World’s Finest defeated the supervillains.
Now, the heroes are sent to take them in. Particularly, Hawkman and Captain Marvel are sent in because they don’t hold back!
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THE BATTLE THAT SOLD THE STORY ARC
Importantly, the castling battle of Superman and Batman vs Hawkman and Captain Marvel sold the comic. Let’s explain. In the desert, Superman, Batman, Power Girl and Katana need to locate Hiro Okamura to help stop Asteroid X, a Kryptonite asteroid.
Suddenly, they are intercepted by Hawkman and Captain Marvel. However, Superman is at a disadvantage against Captain Marvel’s magic. And Batman is disadvantaged by Hawkman’s flight. Hence, Batman calls castling. Then, both superheroes exchange partners.
Really, the Superman vs Hawkman fight has been talked about online for quite some time.
In Superman/Batman (2004) #4, an amped Hawkman hits Superman with the magnetic field of the Earth. DC Comics.
Incredibly, Hawkman used the Claw of Horus to hit Superman with the magnetic field at the Earth’s core. Definitely, a Planetary-Level of Energy Projection. Moreover, a question that has been posed is whether Hawkman’s Claw of Horus is magical.
In fact, how it affects Superman’s invulnerability.
Though the artifact may be scientific, it is able to disrupt magical energies using Nth Metal. In addition, it amps its user’s powers and grants them magnetic abilities. For his part, Captain Marvel was able to defeat Batman by outsmarting him.
SALES, SALES, SALES
Really, though the comic did not significantly boost sales, it did result in boosting Hawkman’s reputation. Indeed, it showed how a JSA and C-list character like Hawkman can take down an A-list character like Superman.
In fact, Superman/Batman #4 ranked 172nd in January 2004 unit sales according to Comichron. Perhaps, the series contributed to the sales of the main Hawkman series. During that same month, Hawkman had the highest rank in unit sales within a three month span.
Let’s rank Hawkman’s formidability with the Claw of Horus.
FORMIDABILITY
Strength Class: Planetary 50%
Weaknesses: Divine Enchantment 100%
Quality Opponents: Champion 75%
Limitations: Durability 25%
SCORE: 25
FORMIDABILITY:
STREET FIGHTER
For the most part, Hawkman amped with the Claw of Horus is around Martian Manhunter Level. His Strength Class actually measures his Energy Projection. Since he hit Superman with the planet, his Strength Class is Planetary-Level.
And really, Superman as his Quality Opponent is around Champion Level who can defeat a planet.
However, Hawkman’s formidability is limited by his Durability. Indeed, his Durability is too low to allow him to rank higher. Though his Durability is properly Enhanced or Variable with the Claw of Horus and other Nth-metal enhancements.
QUALITY OPPONENTS
During the comic, Hawkman faces Superman and Batman. Though Superman ranks as Champion, Batman ranks as Peak Human or Assassin.
FAN RECEPTION
Since its initial release, the Superman/Batman series has remained very popular among fans. In fact, it has been adapted to the DC Animated Universe in multiple films such as Superman/Batman: Public Enemies and the mega-hit Superman/Batman: Apocalypse.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Over his long storied history, Batman has been incarnated in various media: comic, live-action series and movies, video games, radio and more. Importantly, what has seized the fans’ imagination seems to have been the Dark Knight’s tortured but disciplined humanity.
Though Batman may have demons, he always seems to come out on top. And he always comes to a battle prepared with ten moves ahead.
However, Batman seems to consistently outperform metahumans, gods and cosmic beings. What is Batman’s formidability in battles?
Does his preparation bring out the best in Batman making him a #Batgod?
Or does unpredictability affect his formidability making Batman a #Batninja?
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#Batman has been affected by preparation and unpredictability in his fights. Finally, in our series we ask: Does preparation make him a #Batgod or does unpredictability make him a #Batninja?
In other words, have they brought the #best or #worst?
— Database Comics Battle Ranker (@ClarkJosephKe11) March 7, 2022
So far, the Twitter audience has given one vote to Bat vs Bane.
Let’s look at four instances of Batman’s battles and explain how they affect whether they are #Batgod or #Batninja.
Please see our JLA Big Seven article on Batman’s formidability rating. Ultimately, we disagree with the user and state that Batman is properly speaking a #Batgod.
DURING CRISES, THE DC MULTIVERSE ACTIVATES ITS DEFENSE SYSTEM
In Justice League Incarnate #4, the true purpose of Superman is revealed. During crisis events, the DC multiverse is threatened. In order to protect its survival, the DC multiverse activates its immune system: superheroes. Importantly, Frank Martin at ScreenRant argues Superman represents the archetype of the ultimate hero.
In fact, Final Crisis reveals Superman and his analogues are the guardians of the Bleed. In Superman, The Greatest Story, I argue that the Bleed is a living 4D space that connects the DC multiverse’s shared history. During the final battle, the Supermen of the Multiverse arrive on New Earth in order to battle Mandrakk, the Dark Monitor. Let’s look at Superman and analogues in DC and Image that protect the Bleed and its analogues.
The Bleed. DC Comics.
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To begin, Darkseid threatened the DC multiverse with the Anti-Life Equation. With Nil, Monitrix Zillo Valla chose Superman and the champions of the DC multiverse. Importantly, their mission was to stop Mandrakk. In order to succeed, Zillo Valla promised the Man of Steel the Ultramenstruum.
Dangerously, Mandrakk bottled this Bleed droplet. In fact, the Bleed was the only substance capable to save a critical Lois Lane. Heroically, Superman merged with Ultraman and became Thought Robot. Successfully, the Doomsday Weapon defeated Mandrakk in Nil and retrieved the Bleed.
MISTER MAJESTIC (DC COMICS)
During Captain Atom: Armageddon, a new peril faced the Wildstorm Universe. As matter of fact, Captain Atom had accidentally quantum jumped in the Wildstorm Universe. Now, his power threatened the existence of Wildstorm. And his presence triggered conflict with the heroes, namely in Captain Atom vs Mister Majestic. According to Majestic, Captain Atom would explode like a time bomb and Majestic needed to stop him
To protect the Bleed, the Authority kidnapped a near-critical Captain Atom aboard the Carrier. Moreover, they intended to kill him to prevent the Captain from blowing up the universe. When Mister Majestic attempted to stop the Authority, he was frozen in time by the Doctor. In the end, Void solved the problem by allowing the destruction of Wildstorm. In addition, she teleported Captain Atom back into his universe.
At Image Comics, Alan Moore revamped Supreme as a Superman analogue in 1999. In The Story Of The Year, Supreme returns to Earth after exile in space. Strangely, he notices reality flickering between the 1940s and the 1990s. There, he meets Supreme duplicates such as Original Supreme, Sister Supreme and Superion.
Soon, they travel to the Supremacy. Here, he learns it is a limbo realm where every possible version of Supreme lives. Similarly to the Bleed, it acts to create revisions in Supreme continuity. Moreover, it constantly erases or replaces friends and foes. Similarly, the Supreme duplicates act as guardians of the Supremacy. Indeed, they help Supreme and the Image Universe in moments of need.
giving it a modicum of rational thought, which Lex would undoubtedly do. Like how do Superman's powers work in a biological sense? A body's cells are constantly renewed so when they become invulnerable do they stop that fundamental internal process or is the breakdown that much
Perhaps, the most popular question in all of comicdom: How do Superman‘s powers work? There have been multiple explanations for Superman’s fantastic super powers under the yellow sun.
During the Golden Age, his abilities were attributed to Krypton having a higher gravity than Earth, granting Superman a stronger, denser more durable skin.
Over time, the Kryptonian’s powers grew and new explanations were added. During the Silver Age and the Bronze Age, Superman’s powers were explained as the products of Earth’s weaker gravity and the radiation of Earth’s yellow sun.
During that time span, Superman truly became a god-like being capable of moving planets or withstanding nukes.
Post-Crisis, iconic writer and artist John Byrne completely revamped the Superman mythos. In fact, Byrne Superman was again the Last Son of Krypton.
In addition, his humanity mattered more than his alien heritage, as Superman was depicted as a human with superhuman powers.
Controversially, the artist reduced Superman’s powers to a more realistic level in order for the hero to be challenged in stories. As an explanation, Superman’s powers were a manifestation of telekinesis.
As a result, his super powers developed because his Kryptonian cells absorbed yellow solar radiation. After Byrne’s departure, Superman’s powers were again increased to be limitless. Visit Superman’s Powers And Abilities on Fandom.
Though this explanation has proven controversial among fans, let’s explain why John Byrne’s theory makes some sense. Though Superman’s powers and telekinesis are ultimately not mental, but physical.
Now, let’s answer the user’s question by referencing relevant research and the comics.
HOW SUPERMAN’S POWERS WORK
WHY SUPERMAN USES SOME FORM OF TELEKINESIS
1. A BIOLOGICAL MOLECULE THAT ABSORBS LIGHT AND PRODUCES ELECTRICITY
In Lex Luthor, Action Comics Annual Vol 1 #11, we explain how Superman’s vulnerability to green kryptonite potentially works. As we know, green kryptonite interferes with a Kryptonian’s ability to absorb yellow sunlight.
From a study, we found that a molecule called xanthopterin may absorb violet light in the Oriental hornet. We hypothesized that Superman uses a homolog of the molecule that evolved in parallel on Krypton.
More importantly, the Oriental hornet absorbs light in order to produce electrical power. Perhaps, this relates to Superman’s bio-electric aura and his superhuman powers under the Earth’s yellow sun.
In a similar process, Superman produces a bio-electric aura that powers his telekinesis. Later, we explain why this process is physical.
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2. SUPERMAN'S BIO-ELECTRIC AURA CAN WORK LIKE A SUPER-CONDUCTOR NEGATING THE EARTH'S MAGNETIC FIELD
Superman editorial. DC Comics.
Generally speaking, Superman’s bio-electric aura is an addition from Byrne’s revamp of the Superman mythos. As the image explains, Superman’s bio-electric aura explains his invulnerability. Also, it may explain his other super powers. Let’s explain.
Since Superman absorbs yellow sunlight, it is possible that the process reaches very high temperatures allowing him to produce electricity. Though it is unclear how he is able to maintain normal body temperatures and homeostasis.
In 1911, superconductivity was discovered by a student working with the Dutch scientist Karmelingh-Onnes. Centrally, at near absolute zero or at very high temperatures, elements and metals display the ability to conduct electricity with no electrical resistance.
Surprisingly, one remarkable feature of superconductivity is the ability to negate a magnetic field. Indeed, this is called the Meissner Effect named after Walther Meissner who discovered it in 1933. Remarkably, a magnet is able to levitate above a superconductor.
Similarly, with yellow solar radiation absorption, the Man of Steel is able to act as a superconductor. Effectively, he produces a bio-electric aura that allows him to negate the Earth’s magnetic field at the local level.
Partly, this explains his super powers of flight and invulnerability since he negates the Earth’s magnetic field.
In fact, it may suggest he can be powered by cosmic rays and not just solar radiation. In addition, it explains why his powers of telekinesis are mental and physical since he is able to extend his bio-electric aura in order to perform feats of super strength.
Let’s explain further how super-conductivity allows him to negate gravity.
3. SUPERMAN'S TELEKINESIS ALLOWS HIM TO NEGATE GRAVITY ON EARTH TO BREAK THE LAWS OF PHYSICS
In Superman (2004) #207, Superman performs a super speed feat. During the fight, Superman speedblitzes Equus. DC Comics
In Superman, ‘Superman’ Vol 2 #207, we rated Superman’s super speed feat during the For Tomorrow story arc. In a fight against Equus, Superman performed the Speedblitz technique.
Amazingly, with his cells charged by yellow sunlight, Superman is able to break the laws of physics. Let’s explain.
Since we hypothesized Superman is able to act as a superconductor, he is able to negate magnetic fields. Importantly, the Meissner effect predicts he can negate gravity.
According to Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity, gravity affects the space-time continuum. In effect, changing the gravitational field can either speed up or slow time.
Hence, Superman acting as a superconductor allows him to affect the space-time continuum. When Superman negates gravity locally on Earth, we can hypothesize he can move faster or slower in time relative to humans.
Also, this explains in part his super strength. Indeed, he is able to bend space-time with his telekinesis allowing him to lift incalculable amounts of weight. And without telekinesis, the heavy objects Superman lifts would crumble under the weight of gravity.
As we already know, Superman is an alien from the planet Krypton. From the beginning, writers have attributed Kal-El’s super powers to Earth having a weaker gravity. For the most part, this explains Superman’s superhuman strength and invulnerability.
With his denser and more durable skin, the Last Son of Krypton has very strong muscles and is able to withstand high impacts, injury, diseases and toxins, as well as blunt force.
Importantly, Superman’s super strength allows him to move planets. Indeed, since his muscle cells are charged with yellow sunlight and metabolize energy with maximum efficiency.
As a result, we can explain his super strength, invulnerability and longevity with the fact his cells produce no fatigue toxins.
LIKE THE SUN, SUPERMAN PROJECTS ENERGY OUT OF HIS BODY
In Superman/Batman (2004) #10, Superman performs an energy projection feat. Superman vaporizes an army of Doomsday “animates” with heat vision on Themyscira. DC Comics
In Superman, ‘Superman/Batman’ Vol 1 #10, we rated Superman’s heat vision against Doomsday animates. Generally, Superman’s heat vision is the most difficult of his super powers to understand.
In some respects, the Man of Steel may function as a solar battery or a reactor. Since the sun is a nuclear reactor, Superman’s cells may function as nuclear reactors.
Though difficult to really reconcile, since the superhero may be radioactive and emit harmful rays. But his heat vision may be one of his most exotic powers. Since he is a solar reactor, Superman should be able to project energy out of his whole body.
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