Superman: The City of Tomorrow #1
In "We're Back!", Superman and Mongul journey into the depths of space to stop the planet-devouring Imperiex, but when Mongul betrays Superman after the threat is neutralized, the Man of Steel is ready—using his foresight to subdue Mongul and hand him over to Lobo, all before returning home in time to share Christmas with his wife. The true nature of Imperiex is glimpsed in the void beyond, leaving questions in its wake. Written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Mike McKone, with inks by Marlo Alquiza, colors by Tanya Horie and Richard Horie, and letters by Comicraft, the issue’s dynamic cover by Ed McGuinness and Cam Smith captures the high-stakes clash.
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Superman and Mongul head into the depths of space to confront Imperiex, but once Imperiex's ship is destroyed, Mongul turns on Superman. However, Superman has planned for this eventuality and puts down Mongul, hands him over to Lobo, and gets home in time to celebrate Christmas with his wife. Meanwhile, in deep space the true face of Imperiex is revealed.
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