Superman: Adventures of the Man of Steel #[nn]
In "Men of Steel," Superman faces a uniquely personal challenge when the reformed Live Wire, determined to correct decades of male dominance in media, shuts down all male voices in mass communications. With Luthor’s tech and his own resolve, Superman must outwit her in a battle not of strength, but of influence—proving that true power lies in balance. Written by Scott McCloud and illustrated by Bret Blevins, with inks by Terry Austin, colors by Marie Severin, and letters by Lois Buhalis, this 1998 DC tale features a striking cover by Bruce Timm.
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Live Wire revives and decides to make up for years of male domination of women by preventing the work of any men from appearing in any mass communications medium. After an initial defeat at the hands of Live Wire, Superman challenges her to another match, where, with the help of Luthor's technology, the Man of Steel contains the villainess.
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