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Cover: José Luis García-López

Superman vs. Lex Luthor #[nn]

Aug 2006 · DC · 19.99 USD; 26.99 CAD
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This 2006 trade paperback from DC Comics collects key stories spanning decades of the iconic rivalry between the Man of Steel and his greatest foe, Lex Luthor. It features classic confrontations that define their complex relationship, showcasing Luthor's genius and ambition against Superman's power and ideals. The volume includes tales from various eras, highlighting why this conflict remains central to the Superman mythos.

Contains 13 stories
America at War
13 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneGeorge TaylorLuthorGeneral Lupo

In "America at War," Superman—disguised as Clark Kent—teams up with Lois Lane to uncover the truth behind a brewing international conflict between Galonia and Toran, only to discover that Lex Luthor is secretly fueling the war through his munitions. When Lois is taken hostage aboard Luthor’s massive dirigible, Superman must race to stop the escalating violence before it consumes the world.

The Titanic Thefts!
10 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneLex LuthorPerry White

In "The Titanic Thefts!", Lex Luthor pushes Superman to his limits by rigging iconic global landmarks with explosives, forcing the Man of Steel to steal them and deliver them to a hidden valley. With Lois Lane and Perry White watching from afar, Superman uses his wits and strength to outmaneuver Luthor—fogging the valley, swapping the structures, and submerging them to disarm the bombs before returning everything to its rightful place.

How Luthor Met Superboy!
13 pp · Superhero
Lex LuthorJonathan Kent [Pa Kent]Martha Kent [Ma Kent]KryptoLana Lang

In a story that traces the twisted roots of one of Superman’s most enduring foes, a young Lex Luthor finds an unlikely friend in Superboy—until a tragic accident shatters their bond. With the Kents watching from the sidelines and Krypto by their side, the friendship takes a sharp turn when a moment of unintended destruction changes everything.

The Army of Living Kryptonite Men!
8 pp · Superhero
SuperboyLex LuthorLana LangJonathan KentKryptoLightning LadCosmic Boy (cameo)Saturn Girl (cameo)
Part I: The Showdown Between Luthor and Superman!
8 pp · Superhero
SupermanLex LuthorLois LaneJimmy OlsenJor-El (flashback)

In a high-stakes clash of wills, Lex Luthor escapes custody and dares Superman to a no-holds-barred fight—on equal terms, stripped of his powers. The battle unfolds in a desolate, sun-scorched wasteland, where brute strength meets cunning, and even the memory of Jor-El’s warning echoes in the wind. Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen watch from afar, caught between hope and dread, as the line between hero and villain blurs in the dust.

Part II: The Super-Duel!
8.67 pp · Superhero
SupermanLex LuthorJor-El (hallucination)Lara (hallucination)

In "Part II: The Super-Duel!", Superman confronts Lex Luthor on a desolate world where the remnants of a lost civilization cling to survival. As Luthor pretends to be a savior by reviving ancient machines, Superman must decide whether to trust the man who once called him a god—or face the truth of what Luthor has become.

The Luthor Nobody Knows!
13 pp · Superhero
Lex LuthorSupermanClark KentRoy RaymondPerry WhiteSuperboySmallville Police Chief Douglas Parker
Luthor Unleashed!
28 pp · Superhero
SupermanLex LuthorArdoraLex Luthor, Jr.

In "Luthor Unleashed!", a wounded Lex Luthor flees to the distant planet Lexor to recover, where he meets his son Lex Luthor, Jr., for the first time. Meanwhile, on Earth, one of his robots carries out a vengeful strike in his absence. As Superman races to stop the attack, Lex Luthor works to stabilize Lexor’s core with a neutrarod—only for their final confrontation to spiral into tragedy when the planet’s fate hangs in the balance.

The Einstein Connection!
16 pp · Superhero
SupermanLex LuthorPerry White
Enemy Mine...
22 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Lois LaneMayor Frank BerkowitzYvetteLex Luthor

In "Enemy Mine...", Lex Luthor orchestrates a dramatic terrorist attack on his own luxury liner, hoping to force Superman into his employ—but when the Man of Steel refuses to be bought, Luthor’s plan backfires, landing him in jail. Now marked by betrayal and fury, Luthor swears revenge on Superman, setting the stage for a clash that will test both man and alien like never before.

Metropolis 900 Mi
7 pp
Jenny HubbardAggiePamLex LuthorCynthia
Checkmate
22 pp · Superhero
Superman Blue [Clark KentKal-El]Lois LanePerry WhiteLex LuthorLena LuthorContessa Erica Alexandra del PortenzaDoctor CordovaLionel LuthorLillian LuthorCasey GriggsElaine GriggsLena GriggsMayor Frank Berkowitz

In "Checkmate," Superman Blue finds himself entangled in a web of political intrigue and personal reckoning as Lex Luthor's past collides with a shocking act of violence. With Perry White revealing secrets about Luthor’s origins just before a high-stakes public event, the line between legacy and betrayal blurs — especially when the fate of a newborn and the life of a mayor hang in the balance.

Triumph Over Tragedy
12 pp · Superhero
Lex LuthorCat GrantSupermanPerry WhiteBrainiac 13

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Full credits

writer Cary Bates
artist Curt Swan
colorist Tony Tollin
letterer Ben Oda
cover pencils, inks José Luis García-López

Reprints

↩ Reprints Action Comics #23 (1940), Superman #90 (1954), Adventure Comics #271 (1960), Superboy #86 (1961), Superman #164 (1963), Superman #292 (1975), Action Comics #544 (1983), Superman #416 (1986), The Man of Steel #4 (1986), Superman #9 (1987), Superman #131 (1998), Superman: Lex 2000 #1 (2001), Secret Files President Luthor #1 (2001)

Reprinted in Adventures of Superman: José Luis García-López #2 (2020)

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