Superman #666

In "The Beast From Krypton," Superman faces a nightmarish vision of his own potential descent into tyranny, drawn into a surreal dream by the Phantom Stranger. Written by Kurt Busiek and illustrated with striking power by Walt Simonson—whose cover pencils and inks match the story’s intensity—this issue explores the fragility of heroism through a chilling alternate reality where Superman rules with an iron fist. As Zatanna watches from the shadows, the dream spirals into chaos, revealing a demonic force feeding on Superman’s darkest impulses, all while the true hero remains hidden within.