Superman: Action Comics #3
In "Empire of Shadows," Superman faces his most personal threat yet when a Blue Earth agent steals his powers and masquerades as him, turning Metropolis against its protector. With Clark weakened and the twins struggling to adapt, Kara turns to a Kryptonian fable for guidance, while Clark seeks help from John Henry to forge new tools in a fight for his identity. Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and illustrated by Rafa Sandoval, with colors by Matt Herms and letters by Dave Sharpe, this gripping issue blends intimate family moments with high-stakes action, all anchored by Steve Beach’s striking cover.
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Clark is attacked by a Blue Earth agent who has stolen his powers and taken on Superman's appearance to attack Metropolis and blame Superman for the damage. With the twins having trouble adjusting in school, Kara reads them a Kryptonian fable to inspire them. With his powers drained, Clark asks John Henry for assistance to develop weapons he can use against Blue Earth.
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