Superman / Shazam: First Thunder #4

In "First Thunder, Part 4: Men and Boys! Gods and Thunder!", Billy Batson's secret is exposed, triggering a violent showdown when Sivana sends gunmen after him—leading to devastating consequences that push Captain Marvel toward vengeance. Superman returns to face the furious hero, forcing a reckoning between two very different kinds of power. Written by Judd Winick and brought to life by Joshua Middleton’s dynamic art and inks, with colors and letters by Middleton and Nick J. Napolitano, this 2006 issue delivers a charged, emotionally driven clash of ideals. The cover by Joshua Middleton captures the storm of conflict in bold, striking detail.