Cover: Curt Swan & George Klein

Superboy #125

Dec 1965 · DC · 0.12 USD

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“The Bald Boy of Steel”

In "The Bald Boy of Steel," Superboy takes a surprising trip to the 30th century when a time-traveling youth named Kid Psycho seeks his help in reconsidering his Legion of Super-Heroes membership petition. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated by George Papp, this 1965 issue explores loyalty and perception, with Curt Swan's cover capturing the moment the young hero stands out in a crowd.

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writer Otto Binder · artist, inker George Papp · cover Curt Swan, George Klein

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Cast · 13 characters

Cap Clark Kent / Kal-El Dirk Morgna Garth Ranzz Imra Ardeen Jonathan Kent Krypto Lana Lang Lex Luthor Martha Kent Reep Daggle Rokk Krinn Superman

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writer Otto Binder

artist, inker George Papp

cover pencils Curt Swan

cover inks George Klein

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Kid Psycho comes from the Legion's time and impresses Superboy, who returns with him to the 30th century for reconsideration of Kid Psycho's petition for membership. But when Superboy learns the reason Kid Psycho was rejected, he suggests that he be made the Legion's secret weapon.

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