Superman: The Man of Steel #1

"Man of Steel / Man of Fire!" kicks off a bold new era for Superman with a story that pulses with tension and mystery. As Cerberus attacks Metropolis and the Eradicator awakens in the sun, Superman faces threats both ancient and unforeseen—while Jimmy Olsen navigates a quiet shift in his life, and Professor Hamilton studies a strange gemstone with unsettling implications. Written by Louise Simonson and illustrated by a powerhouse team including Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, and Jerry Ordway, with a striking cover by Bogdanove, this 1991 issue sets a rich, grounded tone for the series.