Supermán #397

May 1963 · Editorial Novaro · 1.00 MXP

🌐 Spanish edition · synopsis shown in English

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In "El desquite del preso de la zona fantasma," Superman faces a moral reckoning when he releases Quex-Ul from the Phantom Zone after his sentence, only to be confronted by a vow of revenge from the former prisoner. Written by Edmond Hamilton and illustrated with timeless precision by Curt Swan, with inks by George Klein, this 1963 issue explores redemption and justice as Superman journeys back to Krypton to uncover the truth behind Quex-Ul’s conviction. The cover by Curt Swan and George Klein captures the tension of a man caught between vengeance and redemption.

Contains 5 stories

El desquite del preso de la zona fantasma

9.67 pp · Superhero

SupermanSupergirl (guest star)Rog-Ar (intro, villain, flashback)Jor-El (flashback)Perry WhitePhantom Zone inhabitants [Quex-Ul (intro)Jax-UrProfessor VakoxDr. XaduMon-El]

In a tale of redemption and doubt, Superman frees Quex-Ul from the Phantom Zone only to face a vengeful former inmate who claims to have been wronged. When Quex-Ul’s actions begin to blur the line between villain and hero, Superman journeys back to Krypton to uncover the truth behind his past, confronting flashbacks of Jor-El, Jax-Ur, and the twisted mind of Professor Vakox. As secrets unravel and trust is tested, even the most hardened prisoners may find a second chance—though not without sacrifice.

El supergenio de Metrópolis

6.67 pp · Superhero

Supermanan enemy agent (intro, villain)Lori Lemaris (guest appearance)KryptoPerry White

Untitled Humor story

0.67 pp · Humor, Military

Supermán al borde de la muerte

9 pp · Superhero

Legion of Super-Heroes [Lightning LadCosmic Boy]SupergirlSupermanLana LangBizarro #1Lori LemarisStephen Snapinn (intro)Comet the Super-Horse (cameo)Krypto (cameo)Lois LaneLana LangJimmy OlsenPerry WhiteLuma Lynai (flashback)Lex Luthor (flashback)

Untitled Humor story

0.67 pp · Humor