The Daring New Adventures of Supergirl #5

Mar 1983 · DC · 0.60 USD; 0.25 GBP; 0.75 CAD

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In "Fear Times Four," Supergirl faces a psychological test unlike any she's known—Ms. Mesmer manipulates her perception, making her believe everyone sees her as Linda Lang, forcing her to flee the battlefield in a panic. Meanwhile, the Gang kidnaps Johnny Ostrander, desperate to recover a mysterious package he’s holding, turning the stakes personal and urgent. Written by Paul Kupperberg and brought to life with bold visuals by Carmine Infantino, Bob Oksner, and Tom Ziuko, with lettering by John Costanza and a striking cover by Ed Hannigan and Dick Giordano, this 1983 issue blends identity crisis with high-stakes action in a tense, character-driven tale.

Contains 2 stories

Fear Times Four

15 pp · Superhero

The Gang [BrainsBulldozerKongMs. Mesmer]John OstranderIda BerkowitzCheryl DelaryeDaryll SimmonsJoan RaymondRoland WilsonLester AdamsDennis (image on screen)

In "Fear Times Four," Supergirl is thrown into turmoil when Ms. Mesmer manipulates her mind, making her believe the world sees her as Linda Lang—forcing her to flee the battle with the Gang to protect her secret. Meanwhile, the Gang abducts Johnny Ostrander, using him as leverage to track down a mysterious package he holds, while the line between identity, fear, and deception begins to blur.

Brain Drain

8 pp · Detective-Mystery

In "Brain Drain," Jimmy Olsen claims he saw a glimpse of the future—only for Perry White to dismiss him as delusional. Frustrated and determined to prove himself, Jimmy sets out to find proof, but is suddenly kidnapped. Luckily, Lois Lane has been watching, and using a clever ruse, she infiltrates the gang responsible, diving headfirst into a mystery that could change everything.