Cover: Bernie Wrightson

Superman Annual #10

Oct 1998 · DC · 2.95 USD; 4.25 CAD

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In "The Death Sentence," Superman faces off against the plasma holograms of General Zod, Zaora, and Quex-Ul in a high-stakes confrontation that tests his resolve. After uncovering the truth about Corman’s guilt in a murder committed to save his son, Superman must grapple with the weight of justice as he urges the Governor to spare Corman’s life. Written by Dan Jurgens and illustrated by Paul Ryan, with inks by Chris Ivy and colors by Glenn Whitmore and Digital Chameleon, the issue’s haunting tone is matched by Bernie Wrightson’s striking cover art.

Contains 3 stories

The Death Sentence

11 pp · Superhero

SupermanLois LaneLloyd CormanGeneral Zod (plasma hologram)Zaora (plasma hologram)Quex-Ul (plasma hologram)

Chapter II "Clarity"

12 pp · Superhero

SupermanCommissioner HendersonGeneral Zod (plasma hologram)Zaora (plasma hologram)Quex-Ul (plasma hologram)

Chapter III Inner Turmoil

15 pp · Superhero

SupermanLloyd CormanGeneral Zod (plasma hologram)Zaora (plasma hologram)Quex-Ul (plasma hologram)

In "Chapter III Inner Turmoil," Superman faces off against the plasma holograms of General Zod, Zaora, and Quex-Ul in a trial by combat that tests his resolve. As the battle unfolds, he uncovers the truth behind Lloyd Corman’s crime—his guilt in murder—but ultimately chooses mercy, convincing the Governor to spare his life in light of the circumstances.