Aurora Comic Scenes #185-140

In this 1974 issue, Superman faces a mysterious black cloud that turns the Galaxy building into a negative force, forcing Clark Kent to become Superman. Tracking the energy back to the abandoned Metropolis Prison Island, he confronts its enigmatic owner, Neutron, in a battle that tests his strength and resolve. Written by Marv Wolfman and illustrated by Curt Swan, with inks by Frank Giacoia and colors by Glynis Wein, the story delivers a tight, classic superhero showdown — all capped by a dramatic last-second rescue. The cover, by Curt Swan and Frank Giacoia, captures the moment of confrontation with striking clarity.