Action Comics #1040

Apr 2022 · DC · 4.99 USD

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In "The Warworld Saga Part 5," Superman endures life as a slave on the brutal Warworld, where his quiet defiance begins to stir hope among the oppressed. As he watches over two young Phaelosians, their fate becomes entangled with Mongul’s cruelty, while a desperate message from Midnighter forces Superman to seek a different path than violence. Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and illustrated by Riccardo Federici, with colors by Lee Loughridge and letters by Dave Sharpe, this issue brings a tense, emotionally charged chapter to the saga, all framed by Daniel Sampere’s striking cover.

Contains 2 stories

The Warworld Saga Part 5

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Otho-RaOsul-RaMongul [Mongul-Who-Is]ChaytilO.M.A.C.Lightray [Lia Nelson]TeacherKryl-Uxunnamed PhaelosiansWarzoons

In "The Warworld Saga Part 5" from Action Comics #1040, Superman endures life as a slave on Warworld, quietly rallying hope among the oppressed. When he draws the attention of two young Phaelosians, their lives become endangered by Mongul’s cruelty. As word reaches him that Midnighter’s planned assault could cost innocent lives, Superman joins forces with Kryl-Ux to seek a different path.

A Face in the Crowd Part Four

8 pp · Superhero

Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz]Doctor Trap [Lawrence Trapp]Detective Jack CertaDetective Foxmembers of Vulture

In "A Face in the Crowd Part Four," J'onn J'onzz faces off against the lingering threat of Doctor Trap, now working under the mysterious Vulture’s command, while Detective Certa closes in on the shadowy figure behind the assault. The tension builds as two investigations—one cosmic, one grounded—move toward a collision that could change everything.