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Action Comics #1048

Dec 2022 · DC · 4.99 USD
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“Kal-El Returns Chapter Three: Olgrun's Heir”

In "Kal-El Returns Chapter Three: Olgrun's Heir," Superman's possession of the Fire of Olgrun draws the attention of Desaad, Orion, Kalibak, and Metron, who descend on Earth with urgent intent. As tensions rise, a shocking revelation about the fire's true recipient complicates their mission—while Luthor presses on with his plans, trying to sway Metallo to his side. Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and illustrated by Mike Perkins, with colors by Lee Loughridge and letters by Dave Sharpe, the issue’s cover by Steve Beach captures the high stakes of this pivotal moment.

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writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson · artist, inker Mike Perkins · colorist Lee Loughridge · letterer Dave Sharpe · cover Steve Beach

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artist, inker Mike Perkins
letterer Dave Sharpe
cover pencils, inks Steve Beach

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Desaad, Orion, Kalibak, and Metron arrive on Earth with the intent of recovering the Fire of Olgrun that Superman has taken from Warworld, but complications arise when they learn that Superman gave the power to Osul-Ra to save his life. Meanwhile, Luthor continues to try to convince Metallo to help him in his new scheme.

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