World's Finest Comics #85
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Super-Rivals," Batman and Superman find themselves unexpectedly vying for the attention of Princess Varina of Balkania, sparking a playful yet tense rivalry that puts both heroes to the test. Written by Edmond Hamilton and brought to life with dynamic art by Dick Sprang and Curt Swan, this 1956 classic captures the charm of the Golden Age with a touch of romantic intrigue. The cover by Dick Sprang and Stan Kaye perfectly encapsulates the issue’s lighthearted yet dramatic tone.
In "The Super-Rivals," Princess Varina’s arrival in America sparks an unexpected rivalry between Batman and Superman, each determined to win her favor—though their playful competition soon takes a turn when Count Zitu and Pete Kaney's mob begin exploiting the chaos.
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Reprinted in The Hundred Comic Monthly #9 (1957), The Hundred Comic Monthly #33 (1959), World's Finest Comics #188 (1969), World's Finest Comics Archives #1 (1999), Showcase Presents: World's Finest #1 (2007), Batman and Superman in World's Finest: The Silver Age Omnibus #1 (2016), Batman & Superman in World's Finest Comics: The Silver Age #1 (2017), Albi del Falco #82
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