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Creation & Design

Superman was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938, representing the ideal of heroism and justice.

Early Years

Superman debuted in Action Comics #1 and quickly became a cultural icon, fighting for truth and justice.

Character Development

Over the decades, Superman has evolved from a simple superhero to a complex character grappling with moral dilemmas and the responsibilities of power.

Cultural Reception

Superman is widely regarded as one of the most influential comic book characters, shaping the superhero genre.

Character Details

Real Name:
Clark Kent
First Appearance:
Superman #162
Aliases:
Man of Steel, Kal-El, The Last Son of Krypton
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Teen Titans, The Daily Planet
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Heat vision, X-ray vision, Super speed
Equipment:
Fortress of Solitude, Superman suit
Weight:
225lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Superman #162
DC ⋅ 1963
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3rd appearance of General Zod

Non-continuity story where Superman appears as two characters, one predominantly in a blue suit, the other in a red suit

Superman #123
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Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 1997
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Variant cover art by Ron Frenz

Superman #123
DC ⋅ 1997
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Superman #123
 
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Debut of Superman's blue electric suit

Glow-in-the-dark cover, Direct Edition only, Newsstand does not glow

Superman Red / Superman Blue #1
DC ⋅ 1998
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Superman Red / Superman Blue #1
 
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1st appearance of Superman Red, the split being of energy that resulted from a procedure on Superman Blue performed by Toyman and Cyborg Superman that ultimately backfired

Superman Forever #1
DC ⋅ 1998
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Superman Forever #1
 
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Superman returns to his original form after having been split into two independent beings of energy, one red and one blue

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