Cover: Ed Hannigan & Klaus Janson

Superman #406

Apr 1985 · DC · 0.75 USD; 0.95 CAD; 0.35 GBP

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In "The Fight for the Right to Be Superman!", a former wrestler named Moe Ramboe—whose claim to the name predates the Man of Steel—challenges the real Superman in a showdown that's less about strength and more about legacy. Written by Paul Kupperberg and brought to life with dynamic art by Irv Novick, this 1985 issue explores identity, recognition, and what it truly means to wear the cape, all under the bold cover by Ed Hannigan and Klaus Janson.

Contains 2 stories

The Fight for the Right to Be Superman!

16 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark Kent]Moe RamboeJake RamboeSwain (gangster)

In a twist of identity and legacy, Moe Ramboe—a former wrestler who once claimed the name "Superman" before the real hero arrived—challenges the Man of Steel to a fight for the right to keep the name. With his brother Jake and the ruthless gangster Swain watching, Moe demands his place in history, forcing Superman to defend not just his name, but the meaning behind it.

Can You Stump Superman?

8 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark Kent]Perry WhiteLana LangMorgan EdgeGeorge Feffer (villain)Lenny Hoss (villain)

In "Can You Stump Superman?", Superman finds himself challenged at a charity event when he boldly claims he can't do something any Earthling can — smoke a cigarette. The moment he makes the boast, a familiar face from Metropolis' back pages, George Feffer, sees an opening, and the challenge takes on a sharper edge. With Perry White watching, Lana Lang curious, and Morgan Edge lurking in the background, Superman's confidence is put to the test in a moment that blurs the line between bravado and vulnerability.