Superman: The Last Days of Lex Luthor #1
In "The Last Days of Lex Luthor Book One," a dying Lex Luthor makes a shocking plea to Superman—asking for help not out of hope, but as a final test of the hero’s unwavering principles. Written by Mark Waid and brought to life with striking precision by Bryan Hitch, this issue blends intimate memory with high-stakes urgency as Clark Kent recalls their shared past in Smallville, leading to a desperate journey to Kandor in search of a cure. The cover by Bryan Hitch captures the weight of the moment with stark, cinematic detail.
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Lex Luthor reveals to Superman that he is dying and asks Superman for help, knowing that Superman's moral code won't allow him to turn his back on Luthor and that Superman will do everything in his power to save the life of his greatest enemy. Clark reflects on growing up with Luthor in Smallville. Superman brings Luthor to Kandor seeking a cure for Luthor's condition.
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