Superman: The Man of Steel #122

This March 2002 issue of Superman: The Man of Steel delivers a striking cover by John Cassaday that says plenty without showing a single punch — Superman's iconic red cape and chest symbol are pinned beneath a massive hammer, its armored wielder looming overhead with a helmet bearing bold red chevrons. The tagline "A Call to Arms!" and the story title "Superman V Steel" promise a confrontation between two powerhouses, with the trampled cape doing quiet but effective work as a visual argument. Schultz, Banks, and Conrad bring their talents to what looks like one of the more charged match-ups in this run.