Superman #664
In "Countermeasures," Superman faces his most personal battle yet when Arion takes control of his mind, turning him against those he protects—starting with a violent assault on the Daily Planet. As public trust shatters and a government task force called Squad K hunts him down, Superman must fight not only his captor’s influence but also the growing belief that he’s still a threat. With help from unexpected allies and the Justice League’s skepticism, he fights to prove his mind is his own—before Arion strikes again. Written by Kurt Busiek and illustrated by Carlos Pacheco and Jesús Merino, with cover art by Pacheco and Merino, this pivotal issue blends psychological tension with high-stakes action in a story that redefines what it means to be a hero under siege.
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Arion has attacked Superman and controls his mind to make him serve Arion. Superman attacks at the Daily Planet, but regains control by focusing on Jimmy's faith in him. But everyone believes that Superman is still mind controlled, and a federal force named Squad K attacks. After he escapes them, the Prankster hits him with a giant pie, and then the Justice League comes to stop him. Superman finally convinces them he's no longer mind controlled. Arion goes to hide to bide his time, until he kidnaps the Young God runaways. Superman discusses the event with Squad K and captures the Prankster.
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