Legion of Super-Heroes #1
The Legion of Super-Heroes #1 (1973) kicks off with a bold new recruit: Command Kid, whose confidence quickly stirs tension among the team. When Star Boy reaches out, asking Command Kid to help him grow stronger, the stage is set for a story of rivalry, trust, and the true meaning of heroism—written by Jerry Siegel and brought to life with dynamic art by Jim Mooney, with a striking cover by Nick Cardy.
In "The Lad Who Wrecked the Legion!", newly joined Legionnaire Command Kid struggles to earn his teammates' respect, his confidence clashing with the group's camaraderie. When Star Boy, intrigued despite the tension, asks Command Kid to help him unlock greater power, the two are thrust into an unexpected partnership that tests their limits.
In "Part II: The Secret of the Legion Rookie?!", the Legion of Super-Heroes faces a mystery as more members fall under Command Kid's strange influence—just as Saturn Girl and Element Lad return with a crucial clue that might unravel the truth behind the enigmatic rookie.
In "The Riddle of the Space Rainbow," Henry Lord, manager of the Space TV Network, enlists pilots Tommy and Brent to embark on a dazzling mission: flying their color-arrayed ship through the cosmos for a live broadcast. As they navigate the vastness of space, the vibrant spectacle of their journey takes on an unexpected mystery that tests their skills and courage.
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Reprinted in The Legion of Super-Heroes Archives #12 (2003), DC Finest: Legion of Super-Heroes: Zap Goes the Legion #[nn] (2025)
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