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Cover: Neal Adams & Dick Giordano

Action Comics #404

Sep 1971 · DC · 0.25 USD
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“Kneel to Your Conqueror, Superman!”

Action Comics #404 brings a striking 1971 cover by Neal Adams and Dick Giordano, depicting a mysterious costumed figure — chest emblazoned with a bold "C" — levitating triumphantly while a startled Superman looks on, as a scientist below consults a panel of stolen Kryptonian abilities. The boastful caption "Kneel to Your Conqueror, Superman!" sets an unmistakably tense tone, hinting at a villain who has somehow siphoned the Man of Steel's own powers. This oversized 25-cent package also promises backup tales featuring Aquaman and the Atom, making it a genuinely satisfying package for fans of early Bronze Age DC storytelling.

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writer Jack Miller · artist, inker Ramona Fradon · letterer Pat Gordon · cover Neal Adams, Dick Giordano

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artist, inker Ramona Fradon
letterer Pat Gordon
cover pencils Neal Adams
cover inks Dick Giordano

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Johnny Blake is tormented by others over his fear of water but Aquaman helps him overcome his fear.

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