Superman #4/1972
In "Die lachende Bestie," Superboy faces a bizarre challenge when Professor Lang returns from an expedition with a peculiar bird that gained super strength and intelligence after being struck by a strange meteor. Written by Al Schwartz and brought to life by Curt Swan’s art with George Klein’s inks, the story follows Superboy as he tries to restore the bird to its normal state—before its newfound powers spiral out of control. The cover, a striking piece by Neal Adams, captures the tale’s playful yet tense tone.
Tarzino, desperate to return to normal, seeks help from Dr. Yatz, hoping the scientist can neutralize the serum that transformed him. But as the doctor promises a cure, his true intentions begin to surface—his research is not meant to heal, but to weaponize. With Alfred Pennyworth and Harold watching from the shadows, the line between salvation and betrayal blurs.
When Professor Lang returns from an expedition with a peculiar bird that gained superpowers after a strange meteor strike, Superboy finds himself facing a feathered challenge unlike any he’s encountered. With the help of Lana Lang and his parents, Jonathan and Martha Kent, he must figure out how to restore balance before the Super-Vogel’s growing abilities spiral out of control.
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↩ Reprints Adventure Comics #225 (1956), Detective Comics #418 (1971)
Reprinted in Batman Superband #7 (1978)
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