Action Comics #861
In the 31st century, Superman finds himself captured by Brainiac 5, who reveals a desperate plan to prevent an imminent invasion of Earth by the United Planets—while secretly protecting an insider within the Justice League. With Chameleon Girl exposed and the Legion in peril, Brainiac 5 must flee with the captured heroes, leaving the fate of Earth hanging by a thread. Written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Gary Frank, with inks by Jon Sibal, colors by Dave McCaig, and letters by Rob Leigh, this chapter of "Superman and the Legion of Super-Heroes" delivers high-stakes tension and a shocking twist, all capped by a striking cover by Gary Frank.
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In the 31st century, Brainiac 5 has captured some of the Legionnaires including Superman. After dismissing the guards, he reveals that he's been trying to hold off an invasion of Earth by the United Planets. He also reveals that they have a plant who is close to the Justice League. The insider has tracked down one other captured Legionnaire, powering a machine. But she is discovered by Earth-Man and revealed to be Chameleon Girl. Brainy is discovered aiding the Legionnaires and must leave with them, which means without his interference, the war will start in four hours.
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