Superman #61
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Prankster's Radio Program!", Superman takes on a mysterious swami named Riva who claims to have the power to hex him—only to discover the truth lies buried in a meteorite from Krypton. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Al Plastino, this 1949 classic blends cosmic mystery with a clever twist, as Superman journeys back in time to witness the final days of his home planet. The cover by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye captures the eerie allure of the swami’s sinister scheme.
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Superman tails Lois as she investigates Swami Riva. When the swami hexes Superman, he appears to weaken, and the swami begins to sell his ability to hex Superman to members of the underworld. Superman traces the gem in the swami's turban to a meteorite, then follows the path of the meteorite back in time and across space to the planet Krypton, which he surveys as a phantom. He learns how Jor-El failed to convince his people of their impending down and sent his son to Earth where he was adopted by the elderly Kents. Superman returns to the present and puts Swami Riva out of business.
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