Krypton Chronicles #1

Sep 1981 · DC · 0.50 USD

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“The Search for Superman's Roots!”

In "The Search for Superman's Roots!", Superman's origins take a surprising turn as the Man of Steel confronts a mysterious legacy tied to Krypton's past, guided by the wisdom of a long-lost mentor. Written by E. Nelson Bridwell and brought to life with classic precision by Curt Swan, Frank Chiaramonte, and Carl Gafford, this 1981 adventure explores the roots of Superman's power with a tone that balances wonder and mystery. The cover by Rich Buckler and Dick Giordano captures the epic scale of the journey, making this a standout issue for fans of Golden Age-inspired storytelling.

writer E. Nelson Bridwell · artist Curt Swan · inker Frank Chiaramonte · colorist Carl Gafford · letterer Ben Oda · cover Rich Buckler, Dick Giordano

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writer E. Nelson Bridwell

artist Curt Swan

inker Frank Chiaramonte

colorist Carl Gafford

letterer Ben Oda

cover pencils Rich Buckler

cover inks Dick Giordano

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The Robot Master commands four robot duplicates of himself to commit crimes, but Wonder Woman knows that since only the human will be unable to resist Twinkies, she can catch him.

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