World Without Superman is a multi-issue story arc that ran through alternating issues of the Superman Family titles in 2009.
History
Following the events of the Superman: New Krypton story arc, Alura In-Ze creates an artificial planet called New Krypton in an attempt to get away from Earth following the death of Zor-El, and releases General Zod and his subordinates from the Phantom Zone. In response, Earth's governments outlaw all Kryptonians except for Superman. In an effort to prevent any further human/Kryptonian confrontations, Superman relocates to New Krypton to help his people rebuild their society. While assuming this duty, the protection of Metropolis and Earth is left in the hands of other heroes such as Supergirl, Guardian, Mon-El, and Nightwing and Flamebird (hence the title). Unknown to Superman and his allies, General Sam Lane, Superman's presumed dead father-in-law, heads a secret government project designed to destroy the "threat" of the Kryptonians, even if it means provoking a conflict. At his disposal are some of Superman's oldest enemies, including his arch-foes Lex Luthor and Brainiac.
Issues
- Supergirl (Volume 5) #39
- Superman #686
- Action Comics #875
- Superman: World of New Krypton #2
- Supergirl (Volume 5) #40
- Superman #687
- Action Comics #876
- Superman: World of New Krypton #3
- Supergirl (Volume 5) #41
- Superman #688
- Action Comics #877
- Action Comics Annual #12
- Superman: World of New Krypton #4
- Supergirl (Volume 5) #42
- Superman #689
- Action Comics #878
- Superman #690
- Action Comics #879
- Supergirl (Volume 5) #43
- Superman: World of New Krypton #5
Notes
- Though slightly different, "World Without A Superman" was also a subtitle for the storyline Funeral For A Friend, the second part of the Death of Superman storyline
Recommended Reading
Links and References
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