Superman: Son of Kal-El #17

In "Kal-El Returns Chapter Four: Unguarded," Jon Kent grapples with the emotional weight of his father Clark’s return from Warworld, finding both comfort and tension in their renewed time together. As Jon navigates his growing feelings for Jay, a new meta-powered threat forces him into a dangerous confrontation—leaving him injured and questioning what comes next. Written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Cian Tormey and Ruairí Coleman, with colors by Romulo Fajardo Jr. and letters by Dave Sharpe, this issue captures the raw, personal stakes of a hero learning to balance family, identity, and the cost of protecting others. The cover by Travis Moore perfectly frames the moment’s intensity.