Action Comics #511
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Luthor Fights for Good!", Lex Luthor takes an unexpected turn, stepping into the role of a reluctant hero in a story that redefines his usual schemes. Written by Bob Rozakis and brought to life by Alex Saviuk’s dynamic art, this 1980 issue sees the usually villainous Luthor trying to prove himself in a world that doesn’t expect it. The cover by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano captures the moment’s tension, setting the stage for a tale where even the most unlikely heroes can rise.
In "Luthor Fights for Good!", Lex Luthor shocks the world by declaring he’s turned his back on evil—curing diseases, healing the ozone layer, and presenting a model of redemption. Superman, skeptical but thorough, probes Luthor’s intentions from the Fortress of Solitude and finds no trace of malice. When three intergalactic criminals attack, Luthor’s unexpected heroism during the battle helps convince Superman of his genuine change.
In "A New Costume for Air Wave!," Air Wave struggles to keep order when a prank at the high school nearly blows up the school sign, leaving him sun-sick and out of commission. While recovering, his niece and nephew accidentally ruin his old costume, prompting Karen, the sharp-eyed babysitter who knows his secret identity, to quietly sew him a new one. When a gunman threatens a theme park, Air Wave returns in his fresh suit—ready to protect, though not quite sure how long it’ll last.
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Reprinted in Superman #24/1980 (1980), Superman #5/1981 (1981), Superman Géant #14 (1981), Superman the Comic #2 [7] (1982), Supermagasinet #7/1983 (1983), Superserien #7/1983 (1983)
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