Superman - Der Mann aus Stahl #[nn]
This German softcover collects the opening storyline of Brian Michael Bendis's run on Superman, presenting the Man of Steel's return to Metropolis and the revelation of his secret identity to the world. It includes the pivotal issues where Superman faces the threat of Rogol Zaar and begins a new chapter in his life alongside his family. Published by Panini Deutschland as part of their 'Superman - Der Mann aus Stahl' series, this volume is the starting point for Bendis's tenure on the character in the German market.
In "Mann aus Stahl, Kapitel 1," Superman grapples with the weight of his past as he balances his duties as a hero in Metropolis—taking down Firefly and Killer Moth, investigating a suspicious fire, and filing reports with Perry White—while haunted by fragmented memories of Lois and Jon. Flashbacks to a distant time reveal Rogol Zaar’s desperate warning to the Circle about Krypton’s threat, and the fateful decision that spared the planet, setting the stage for a legacy that now echoes in the present.
In the wake of Krypton’s fall, Appa Ali Apsa and Gandelo weigh the shadows of a distant threat as Superman confronts the Toyman on Earth, where a string of arson fires stokes tension. Meanwhile, at the Daily Planet, Robinson Goode and Trish Q chase whispers about Lois Lane’s disappearance, while Clark Kent wrestles with a painful memory of Lois and Jon. Far beyond, on a distant alien world, Rogol Zaar learns the name of the last son of Krypton—and the hunt begins.
In "Mann aus Stahl, Kapitel 3," Rogol Zaar’s arrival on Earth sets off a chain of destruction that leads to the ruin of the Fortress of Solitude and Kandor. With Metropolis burning and the last remnants of Krypton in ashes, Superman and Supergirl follow the trail of the intruder, calling on Batman’s expertise to unravel the mystery. As the heroes race to uncover the truth behind the attacks, the past begins to echo in the present—Lois Lane’s memories, Jon Kent’s legacy, and the quiet strength of Perry White and Jimmy Olsen all play a part in a crisis that tests the very heart of what it means to be a protector.
In "Mann aus Stahl, Kapitel 4," Superman and Supergirl face off against the relentless Rogol Zaar in the heart of Metropolis, their powers pushed to the limit in a desperate defense of the city. After Zaar overpowers them and vanishes without a trace, Green Lantern Hal Jordan arrives to find a shaken Superman, who reveals the chilling truth: Zaar is on a galaxy-wide mission to eradicate every Kryptonian.
In "Mann aus Stahl, Kapitel 5," Superman pushes the battle against Rogol Zaar to the Moon to protect Metropolis, only to be left unconscious after the fight. Meanwhile, Melody Moore investigates a series of arson fires, and when a new blaze erupts, Supergirl and the Justice League step in—leading to a tense reunion as they bring Superman back to the Hall of Justice to recover. Flashbacks reveal a moment of quiet tension between Jor-El, Clark, Lois, and young Jon Kent during a fateful journey through space.
In "Mann aus Stahl, Finale," Superman and Supergirl face off against the relentless Rogol Zaar in a climactic battle that tests their strength and resolve. Flashback scenes reveal a pivotal moment when Lois and Jon Kent agree to join Jor-El on a journey across the galaxy, a decision that echoes through the present and shapes the fate of the future.
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