Superman #3
Superman Vol. 3: The Truth Revealed collects issues #12-17 of the 2020 Superman series, continuing the storyline where the Man of Steel's secret identity is exposed to the world. This arc explores the fallout of that revelation, as Clark Kent faces unprecedented scrutiny from the public, the government, and his enemies while trying to protect his family and uphold his ideals. Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson with art by Scott Godlewski and others, the volume delves into the personal and global consequences of a world that now knows Superman is also a husband and father in Smallville.
In "Superman ft. Super Sons," the world reels as Superman’s secret identity as Clark Kent is exposed, sending shockwaves through the criminal underworld. Lex Luthor grapples with his humiliation, Toyman abandons crime for Checkmate, and Mongul’s empire collapses when his son takes over—while an infected Supergirl begins her own twisted crusade. Meanwhile, in Metropolis, Clark, Lois, and Perry face the daunting task of publishing proof that Marison Leone leads the Invisible Mafia. Written by Brian Michael Bendis, Matt Fraction, and Jody Houser, with art by Michael Gaydos, Riley Rossmo, Scott Godlewski, Bryan Hitch, Cully Hamner, Steve Lieber, and Jim Mahfood, and a cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado, this 2020 issue captures the chaos and consequences of a truth that changes everything.
In a heartfelt moment between teammates, Superboy [Jon Kent] shares the weight of his journey with Robin [Damian Wayne], revealing the truth behind his accelerated growth and preparing to say goodbye as he sets off for the 31st Century to join the Legion of Super-Heroes. With Superman [Clark Kent] and Kelex watching nearby, the bond between the two young heroes feels both fleeting and inevitable—just as a shadowy threat from the past begins to stir.
In the wake of a mysterious box delivered by Lex Luthor, Superman grapples with unsettling truths as he uncovers hidden experiments at S.T.A.R. Labs, testing the limits of science and morality. With Lois Lane by his side and the weight of a pivotal choice pressing on him, he journeys to New Krypton alongside Supergirl to confront the legacy of General Zod—where the past and future of Krypton collide in ways neither of them expected.
In the wake of the United Planets’ first official meeting, Superman returns to Earth and makes a bold, world-shattering decision: he publicly reveals his true identity as Clark Kent. The moment sends shockwaves through Metropolis, rattling friends, foes, and the entire world as the man behind the cape steps into the light—while those closest to him, from Lois Lane to Jon Kent, face the weight of a truth that changes everything.
In the wake of Superman’s public identity reveal, Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen grapple with the fallout alongside Perry White at the Daily Planet, while Superman convenes a summit of Earth’s heroes at the Hall of Justice. As tensions rise on the ground, a sudden assault from Mongul threatens the fragile unity of the newly formed United Planets in orbit.
In "Heroes," Superman brings together a wide array of Earth's mightiest protectors at the Hall of Justice to confront the fallout of his decision to reveal his true identity to the world. From Batman’s quiet skepticism to Wonder Woman’s measured reflection, and even a surprising moment with a former high school teacher and Jimmy Olsen, the responses reveal just how deeply this choice ripples through the superhero community. At the Fortress of Solitude, Superman and Lois face a revelation that promises to reshape everything they thought they knew—though what it is remains tightly guarded for now.
In the wake of Superman revealing his identity as Clark Kent, the world’s villains react in unexpected ways: Lex Luthor grapples with his own blind spots, Toyman considers a new path and is recruited by Checkmate, and Mongul’s son seizes power after his father’s downfall. Meanwhile, an infected Supergirl begins her own crusade, and in Metropolis, Clark, Lois, and Perry face the fallout of exposing Marisol Leone as the head of the Invisible Mafia—while a voice on the phone hints at a new kind of chaos.
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