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Creation & Design

Superboy was created in the 1990s as a clone of Superman, designed to appeal to younger audiences and to explore themes of identity and legacy.

Early Years

Superboy first appeared in the 'Reign of the Supermen' storyline following Superman's death, where he was introduced as a younger version of Superman with similar powers.

Character Development

Over the years, Superboy has evolved from a mere clone of Superman to a fully realized character with his own identity, struggles, and relationships, often exploring themes of legacy and belonging.

Cultural Reception

Superboy has been well-received by fans, often praised for his relatable struggles and character development.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kon-El / Conner Kent
First Appearance:
More Fun Comics #101
Aliases:
Superboy, Kon-El, Conner Kent
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Young Justice, Justice League
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Heat vision, Super speed
Weight:
175lbs
Height:
6' 7"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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More Fun Comics #101
DC ⋅ 1945
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More Fun Comics #101
 
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1st appearance and origin of Superboy

Final Golden Age appearance of The Spectre

1st appearance of Jor-El, Superman's Father

More Fun Comics #102
DC ⋅ 1945
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More Fun Comics #102
 
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2nd appearance of Superboy

More Fun Comics #103
DC ⋅ 1945
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More Fun Comics #103
 
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3rd appearance of Superboy

More Fun Comics #104
DC ⋅ 1945
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More Fun Comics #104
 
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1st cover appearance of Superboy

Adventure Comics #103
DC ⋅ 1946
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Superboy stories begin and continue for the next 277 issues

Superman #46
DC ⋅ 1947
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Superman #46
 
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First mention of Superboy in the Superman series, appears in a flashback

Superboy #1
DC ⋅ 1949
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Superboy #1
 
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First Superboy title series

Superboy #3
DC ⋅ 1949
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Superboy #3
 
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Early Golden Age issue

Superboy #4
DC ⋅ 1949
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Superboy #4
 
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Early Golden Age issue

Adventure Comics #210
DC ⋅ 1955
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Adventure Comics #210
 
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1st appearance of Krypto the Superdog

Superboy #68
DC ⋅ 1958
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1st appearance and death of Bizarro Superboy

Adventure Comics #253
DC ⋅ 1958
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First meeting between Superboy and Robin

Superboy #69
DC ⋅ 1958
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Superboy #69
 
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Superboy learns how to fly

Adventure Comics #258
DC ⋅ 1959
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Adventure Comics #258
 
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First meeting of Green Arrow and Superboy

Superboy #78
DC ⋅ 1960
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Superboy #78
 
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First meeting of Superboy and Mr. Mxyzptlk

Origin of Superboy

Superboy #80
DC ⋅ 1960
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Superboy #80
 
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First meeting of Superboy and Supergirl

Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #197
DC ⋅ 1973
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Retitled 'Superboy (starring the) Legion of Super-Heroes'

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Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #222
DC ⋅ 1976
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Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #222
 
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Retitled 'Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes'

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Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #231
DC ⋅ 1977
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Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #231
 
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Officially retitled 'Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes'

Continues numbering from 'Superboy'

Legion of Super-Heroes #259
DC ⋅ 1980
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Legion of Super-Heroes #259
 
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Retitled ‘Legion of Super-Heroes'

Continues numbering from 'Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes'

Superboy leaves the Legion of Super-Heroes

New Adventures of Superboy #1
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DC ⋅ 1980
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New Adventures of Superboy #1
 
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Premiere issue of ongoing series

Legion of Super-Heroes #37
DC ⋅ 1987
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Legion of Super-Heroes #37
 
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"Death of Superboy" part 1

Legion of Super-Heroes #38
DC ⋅ 1987
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Legion of Super-Heroes #38
 
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"Death of Superboy" part 2

Action Comics #767
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DC ⋅ 2000
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Action Comics #767
 
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