Action Comics #842

In "Back in Action Part 2: Action & Reaction," Superman faces a new threat as the Auctioneer's robotic enforcers begin abducting metahumans, pulling the hero into a high-stakes game where Earth's most powerful individuals are being collected. Written by Kurt Busiek and Fabian Nicieza and illustrated by Pete Woods, the issue blends tense action with the looming presence of an alien agenda, as Superman must rally both allies and rivals to survive. The cover by Dave Gibbons captures the intensity of the moment, with a striking image of the Man of Steel confronting the unseen forces behind the raids.