Smallville: Alien

Set in the years after Clark Kent left Smallville, this 2014 DC miniseries follows a new chapter for the town as it copes with the aftermath of its most famous resident's departure. Written by Bryan Q. Miller with art by Edgar Salazar, the four-issue story explores the lingering secrets and fresh threats that emerge in the absence of its alien protector, building on the television series' mythology. It matters as a direct sequel to the long-running show, giving fans a deeper look at how Smallville evolves without its hero.