Supergirl #40
In "Crucible Conclusion," Supergirl faces the final reckoning of a dangerous experiment that tested the limits of her origin, aided by Comet and Tsavo in a high-stakes mission to free Kon, Maxima, and Amata from Korstus's control. With the cloning process collapsing and the Crucible itself at risk, Kara makes a devastating choice that leaves her grounded—literally and emotionally—on Earth, where she begins to sense her powers slipping away. Written by K. Perkins and Mike Johnson, with dynamic art by Emanuela Lupacchino and cover by Lupacchino, this pivotal issue marks a turning point in Kara’s journey, rendered with emotional weight and striking visuals.
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Supergirl aided by Comet and Tsavo take down Korstus and free Kon, Maxima and Amata. However Korstus has placed fail-safe on the cloning process. Kara and Kon destroy the process at the cost of also destroying Crucible. Kara returns to Earth where she discovers that she is starting to lose her powers.
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