World's Finest Comics Archives #2
In "The Super-Show of Gotham City," Lex Luthor’s latest scheme takes a bizarre turn when he shrinks himself and tricks Superman into leaving him behind in the Fortress of Solitude—only to slip into Kandor and seize control of Krypton City. With Superman powerless and the citizens of Kandor at his mercy, Batman and Robin must infiltrate the city to rescue him, leading to a thrilling team-up that puts the trio’s wits and courage to the test. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated with crisp, classic flair by Dick Sprang—inked by Stan Kaye and lettered by Pat Gordon—this 2002 archive issue captures the golden age spirit of superhero teamwork, with cover art by Sprang and Ramos.
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Luthor shrinks himself and tricks Superman into leaving him in the Fortress, where he enters Krypton City (Kandor) and takes over. When Superman follows, he loses his powers and Luthor is able to force the inhabitants to give him advanced weapons. Batman and Robin soon enter the city and rescue Superman, and, together, the trio defeats Luthor and his men.
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