Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #2
"Prologue to Earthwar" marks a bold new chapter in Superboy’s journey, with Paul Levitz weaving a tense, time-bending mystery that redefines loyalty and identity. In a striking collaboration, Dick Dillin’s dynamic art, polished by Dick Giordano’s inks and Jerry Serpe’s vivid colors, brings to life a future where Superboy’s past collides with his present—only to be saved by a familiar friend. Joe Staton’s cover captures the moment of high-stakes confrontation, setting the tone for a story that challenges what it means to be a hero.
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Superman is surprised by an attack from Superboy -- actually Pete Ross who has used both a time-traveling machine and a mind-transfer machine to draw Superboy into the future and switch minds with him -- who puts Superman on trial before his own friends, accusing Superman of allowing his son Jon Ross to be taken by aliens. When the jury refuses to convict Superman, Pete prepares to execute him. But back in Smallville, Superboy, in Pete's body, has broken loose and summoned Krypto. Krypto attacks Pete and frees Superman, and Pete and Superboy are restored to their proper bodies.
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