Superman #8

In "Comment naquit la Super-équipe ?", Superman faces a new threat when Lex Luthor unleashes a liquid kryptonite weapon, forcing him to team up with a mysterious new ally, Powerman. Written by Edmond Hamilton and illustrated by Dick Sprang with inks by Stan Kaye, this 1966 tale explores the unexpected alliance that forms when Batman is sidelined, all while Superman’s true intentions remain shrouded in secrecy. The cover by Curt Swan and Sheldon Moldoff captures the moment of this unlikely partnership, setting the stage for a story where trust and strategy collide.