Superman: Sacrifice #[nn]

In the shadow of rising suspicion toward Superman in Metropolis, ex-convict Sam Benjamin dons the mantle of Blackrock—once worn by the deceased Dr. Peter Silverstone—and challenges the Man of Steel in a confrontation that tests both hero and city. With Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and the mysterious Maxwell Lord watching from the edges, the line between justice and vengeance blurs as the city's faith in its protector is put to the ultimate trial.

In the heart of Superman’s fortress, the JLA confronts a fractured hero—Superman, bloodied and confused, his memories twisted by a mind-controlled illusion. As he recalls a brutal fight against a false Darkseid and the tragic loss of Lois, the team races to uncover the truth behind the deception, realizing the real enemy may be one they never expected.

In the final chapter of this intense arc, Superman—under Max Lord’s control—stands as a barrier between Wonder Woman and the man who holds him hostage. As their battle reaches a breaking point, Wonder Woman must confront Max directly, forcing him to choose between his grip on Superman and his own survival. With a decision that demands more than strength, she faces the ultimate test of will and mercy.

In "Fragmentation," Superman grapples with the weight of Wonder Woman's decision to execute Maxwell Lord, even as Batman grows increasingly wary of him—convinced that a mind-controlled Superman could bring global catastrophe. Tensions rise as the heroes confront the fragility of trust, with the line between protector and threat blurring in the shadow of past betrayals.

In "Home," Superman and Superboy grapple with the lingering effects of mind-control as they're summoned to the ruins of the former Fortress, where John Henry Irons is under assault by the Eradicator. With echoes of past battles and personal struggles, the two Kents face a confrontation that tests their resolve and connection to the legacy they carry.