Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #14535

Dec 1977 · Tempo Books · 1.25 USD

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About this Collection

This collection reprints early issues of the 1977 series featuring Superboy alongside the futuristic Legion of Super-Heroes, including classic tales of the team's adventures in the 30th century. Published by Tempo Books as a digest-sized edition, it offers a compact introduction to the Silver Age-style stories of the Legion's cosmic exploits and team dynamics.

In "Superboy's Darkest Secret!", Saturn Girl and Princess Projectra return from a mission to a Legion that doesn’t recognize them—only to discover it’s a carefully orchestrated test of Projectra’s composure under pressure. Written by Cary Bates and brought to life by Win Mortimer’s art with Jack Abel’s inks, this 1977 adventure from Tempo Books delivers a tense, character-driven mystery that challenges the Legion’s newest recruit in ways that go far beyond the battlefield. The cover, a striking piece by Neal Adams with inks by Dick Giordano, captures the moment just before the truth unfolds.

Contains 4 stories

Superboy's Darkest Secret!

65 pp · Superhero

SuperboyJor-ElLaraDr. Krylo (introduction, death)Xonar [Professor Khai-Zor] (introduction, death)Professor Val-Arn (flashback, cameo)Jonathan Kent

The Six-Legged Legionnaire!

36 pp · Superhero

Legion of Super-Heroes [Superboy [also as Clark Kent]Invisible KidDream GirlShrinking VioletBouncing BoyColossal BoyChameleon BoyLight Lass]Lana Lang [also as Insect Queen]Oggar-Kon

When Lana Lang arrives at the Legion of Super-Heroes seeking membership, her application is denied—yet her courage and resourcefulness during a high-stakes mission earn her a spot in the Legion Reserve. As Superboy, Dream Girl, and the rest of the team face an unexpected threat, Lana’s hidden talents begin to shine, proving that even without formal rank, she’s ready to stand among the galaxy’s greatest heroes.

Curse of the Blood-Crystals!

31 pp · Superhero

SuperboyLegion of Super-Heroes [Chameleon BoyUltra BoyLightning LadBrainiac 5Phantom Girl (cameo)]Mordru

When Chameleon Boy discovers a blood-crystal forged by Mordru to incite hatred against Superboy, he races to 20th-century Smallville with the dangerous relic—unaware that its power could ignite a crisis even the Legion might not survive. As the crystal’s influence spreads, Superboy must confront not just a villain’s trick, but the very trust that defines him.

The Legionnaires Who Never Were!

26 pp · Superhero

Legion of Super-Heroes [Karate KidSaturn GirlPrincess ProjectraCosmic BoyMatter-Eater LadBrainiac 5 [also as Prince Projectur]Sun Boy [also as Saturn Lad]Chameleon Boy [also as Pozr-Du]Shrinking Violet (cameo)Mon-ElElement Lad]

Saturn Girl and Princess Projectra return from a mission to a Legion that doesn’t recognize them—only to discover their own team is being tested, and the real challenge lies in Princess Projectra’s ability to lead under pressure. With the Legion of Super-Heroes watching from the shadows, every choice she makes could define her place among them.