Cover: Murphy Anderson

Superboy #181

Jan 1972 · DC · 0.25 USD

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In "The Menace of the Mysterious Voyager!", Lana Lang daydreams about marrying Superboy—only for her fantasy to take a bizarre turn when dream-Superboy schemes to sell fake muscle-enhancing gear to the weak. As the illusion unravels, Superboy returns with rescued orphans, leaving Lana frustrated and ice cream in hand, surrounded by her rivals. Written by Frank Robbins and illustrated by Bob Brown with inks by Murphy Anderson, this 1972 tale blends whimsy and heart, with Murphy Anderson also handling the cover.

Contains 3 stories

The Menace of the Mysterious Voyager!

14 pp · Superhero

Superboy [Clark Kent]Jules Verne

When a time capsule beneath Metropolis unearths Jules Verne, the famed inventor from 1875, Superboy takes it upon himself to show the 19th-century visionary the wonders of the modern world—starting with America’s most advanced weaponry. As the tour unfolds, Superboy begins to notice strange inconsistencies, sparking suspicion that someone is testing his ability to keep secrets.

The Six-Legged Legionnaire!

12 pp · Superhero

Legion of Super-Heroes [Superboy [Clark KentKal-El]Invisible Kid [Lyle Norg]Dream Girl [Nura Nal]Shrinking Violet [Salu Digby]Bouncing Boy [Chuck Taine]Colossal Boy [Gim Allon]Chameleon Boy [Reep Daggle]Light Lass [Ayla Ranzz]]Lana Lang [Insect Queen]Oggar-Kon

When Lana Lang seeks to join the Legion of Super-Heroes, Superboy stands by her as she faces the elite team’s rigorous standards. Though initially turned away, her courage during a high-stakes mission earns her a spot in the Legion Reserve—proving that even the most unlikely heroes can rise to the challenge.

Super-Marriage... or Super-Flop?

11 pp · Superhero

Superboy [Clark KentKal-El]Lana LangTootsy

In "Super-Marriage... or Super-Flop?", Lana Lang daydreams about life as Superboy’s wife—only to find her fantasy unraveling when dream-Superboy’s shady business scheme backfires. As her idealized future crumbles, Lana’s friends tease her while Superboy rushes off to rescue orphans, leaving her ice cream in hand and surrounded by rivals.