Superman en Batman #8/1967
In "Kryptoniet Rood!", Superman faces a bizarre and growing threat when a red Kryptonite meteor disrupts his powers in unexpected ways—causing his hair, beard, and nails to sprout uncontrollably. As he recalls past encounters with the alien mineral, he must rely on Supergirl and Krypto to help contain the chaos before it spirals out of control. Written by Otto Binder and brought to life with Curt Swan’s iconic art and John Forte’s inks, this 1967 classic features a cover by Swan and Forte, capturing the moment’s escalating absurdity.
In a tale from the 1967 anthology Superman en Batman #8, Superman faces a bizarre twist when a red Kryptonite meteor disrupts his powers during a deep-sea rescue—causing his hair, beard, and nails to grow uncontrollably. With help from Supergirl and Krypto, he must find a way to regain control before the strange effects spiral further.
When Batman takes a test flight and crosses the path of an unknown comet, he awakens with an eerie glow—and sudden superpowers. Now, with Robin at his side and time running out, the Dynamic Duo races to find a cure before the strange energy fades… and with it, Batman’s life.
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