Limited Collectors' Edition #C-39
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Man Behind the Red Hood!", young Lex and Superboy begin as unlikely friends, but a tragic accident at Luthor's lab—where Superboy's powers cause a blast that strips Lex of his hair—sparks a deep-seated grudge. Written by Jerry Siegel and brought to life with expressive art by Al Plastino, this 1975 Limited Collectors' Edition captures a pivotal moment in the rivalry between two future icons. The cover, a striking collaboration by Dick Giordano, sets the tone for a story that delves into the origins of one of Superman's most enduring foes.
In "The Man Behind the Red Hood!", Batman takes a rare step outside his usual methods, stepping into a university classroom to teach criminology. When he challenges his students with an unsolved case from his past—the mystery of the Red Hood—he soon finds their insights may be the key to uncovering the truth.
In this 1975 tale from Limited Collectors' Edition #C-39, young Lex Luthor and Superboy share an unlikely friendship—until a mishap at Lex’s lab leads to a dramatic fallout. When Superboy’s well-meaning actions cause the destruction of Lex’s invention and his signature hair, the young genius vows to make him pay.
In "The Coldest Man on Earth!", Flash races against time to stop Captain Cold, a criminal who uses a cold-gun to freeze targets and conjure deceptive mirages. With his speed and sharp instincts, Flash must cut through the ice-cold illusions to confront the villain before he escapes.
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↩ Reprints Whiz Comics #15 (1941), Detective Comics #168 (1951), Showcase #8 (1957), Adventure Comics #271 (1960), Superman #249 (1972)
Reprinted in Almanaque de Quadrinhos #1977 (1977), Secret Origins Super-Villains: Limited Collectors' Edition Vol. 1 C-39 (Facsimile Edition) #[nn] (2026)
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