Cover: Gil Kane

Action Comics #540

Feb 1983 · DC · 0.60 USD; 0.25 GBP; 0.75 CAD

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In "World Enough and Time," Superman confronts a chilling mystery when the long-dead Clark Kent suddenly returns to life, throwing his identity into question. With the help of Rip Hunter, Superman embarks on a desperate journey through time to unravel a threat that spans decades—only to face a doppelgänger wielding his own powers, created by the ancient villain Lord Satanis. Written by Marv Wolfman and brought to life with dynamic art by Gil Kane (pencils and inks) and vibrant colors by Gene D'Angelo, this 1983 classic features a cover by Gil Kane that captures the eerie intensity of a battle across time.

Contains 2 stories

World Enough and Time

16 pp · Superhero

In "World Enough and Time," Clark Kent’s return from the dead shakes the world, as Superman seeks Rip Hunter’s aid to alter time and confront a threat that defies reality. Lord Satanis wields a duplicate Superman’s powers in a brutal clash with Syrene, while the past itself becomes a battlefield—where a second Superman’s arrival changes everything.

Water-War One

7 pp · Superhero

In "Water-War One," Aquaman and Mera face off against the formidable V'Lana in a high-stakes clash for control of Xebel. As they battle to protect the underwater realm, a surprising revelation emerges: Mera now has the power to return to Earth without perishing—a shift that could reshape her future.