Cover: John Byrne

Action Comics #827

Jul 2005 · DC · 2.50 USD; 3.50 CAD

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“Strange Attractors Part One”

In "Strange Attractors Part One," writer Gail Simone and artist John Byrne kick off a high-stakes mystery with a magnetic showdown that leaves Aura in danger and Dr. Polaris on the warpath. As Superman races to protect a village in Africa and share breakfast with Lois, a bizarre clash in Metropolis reveals a connection between Repulse and the enigmatic Dr. Polaris—only for the truth to twist in ways that challenge even the Man of Steel. Cover by John Byrne captures the tension with sharp, dynamic lines.

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writer Gail Simone · artist John Byrne · inker Nelson · colorist Guy Major · letterer Pat Brosseau · cover John Byrne

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Full credits

writer Gail Simone

artist John Byrne

inker Nelson

colorist Guy Major

letterer Pat Brosseau

cover pencils, inks John Byrne

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A woman with magnetic powers named Repulse almost kills Aura (from Superboy and the Ravers). Meanwhile, Superman rescues a small village in Africa from raiders and then brings Lois breakfast. A "fight" breaks out in Metropolis between Repulse and Dr. Polaris, with Jimmy and Mr. Schuman covering the story. Superman intervenes, whisks Dr. Polaris away, and tells him Repulse doesn't exist. Dr. Polaris then attacks Superman, speaking as Repulse.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).