Cover: Kurt Schaffenberger

The Superman Family #173

Oct 1975 · DC · 0.50 USD

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In "Menace of the Micro-Monster," Superman and Jimmy Olsen journey to the city of Kandor, where they’re joined by Dev-Re, a local leader who knows their secret identities as Nightwing and Flamebird. When a mysterious space-germ brought from Earth begins spreading a plague that turns Kandorians violent, the heroes must track down Dev-Re’s daughter Sarna, who’s been drawn into a radical faction. Written by Cary Bates and illustrated by Kurt Schaffenberger, this 1975 issue features cover art by Schaffenberger, capturing the tension as a tiny threat spirals into a crisis.

Contains 4 stories

Menace of the Micro-Monster

18 pp · Superhero

Jimmy Olsen [also as Flamebird]Superman [also as Nightwing]Mr. CrenshawMatt MoranLara (statue)Jor-El (statue)Dev-ReSarna

In "Menace of the Micro-Monster," Jimmy Olsen and Superman—disguised as Nightwing and Flamebird—venture to Kandor to aid Dev-Re, only to find themselves entangled in a crisis when a mysterious space-germ unleashes chaos among the tiny city’s inhabitants. With the Kandorians turning hostile and Sarna, Dev-Re’s daughter, caught in the crossfire, the heroes must navigate betrayal and desperation before the plague’s effects spiral beyond control.

The Villain Who Married Supergirl!

12 pp · Superhero

In "The Villain Who Married Supergirl!", interplanetary menace Raspor—convinced he was the architect of Krypton’s destruction—declares his destiny to wed Supergirl, forcing her to outthink him with a cunning plan that includes a staged marriage to turn the tide.

My Super-Pet, Krypto

6 pp · Superhero

Beware of the Bug-Belle!

13 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark Kent]Insect Queen [Lois Lane]Insect Queen [Lana Lang] (brief origin recap)Perry WhiteVelvet O'MaraAnti-Superman Gang

In "Beware of the Bug-Belle!", Lois Lane takes up the mantle of the Insect Queen, borrowing Lana Lang’s costume and bio-ring to fight crime in Metropolis—until the ring is stolen and wielded by the Anti-Superman Gang, turning her heroic disguise into a dangerous threat. With Superman on the case and Perry White caught in the crossfire, the city faces a new kind of danger, all while Velvet O'Mara watches from the shadows.