Adventures of Superman #519

Name: Adventures of Superman #519
Brand: DC

Jan 1995 · DC · 1.50 USD; 2.10 CAD; 0.70 GBP

“No One Defeats Brainiac! [Dead Again, Part 11 of 11]”

In "No One Defeats Brainiac! [Dead Again, Part 11 of 11]," Superman faces a chilling revelation as the villain's true identity is unveiled in a twist that redefines the battle for his life. Written by Karl Kesel and brought to life by Barry Kitson’s sharp art, this pivotal issue delivers a mind-bending climax where illusion and identity collide. The cover by Barry Kitson and Ray McCarthy captures the intensity of the moment, making it a must-have for collectors of 1995 Superman runs.

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writer Karl Kesel · artist Barry Kitson · inker Mike Manley · colorist Glenn Whitmore · letterer Albert DeGuzman · cover Barry Kitson, Ray McCarthy

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Cast · 7 characters

Brainiac Clark Kent Lois Lane Maggie Sawyer Professor Emil Hamilton Superman Vril Dox

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writer Karl Kesel

artist Barry Kitson

inker Mike Manley

colorist Glenn Whitmore

letterer Albert DeGuzman

cover pencils Barry Kitson

cover inks Ray McCarthy

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Brainiac is revealed to being the person behind the Superman corpse, and that it was all a massive illusion. When Brainiac is defeated, he reverts back to his Milton Fine persona.

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