Superman: Eradication! (The Origin of the Eradicator)

In this 1996 DC one-shot, writer/artist Dan Jurgens delves into the origin of the Eradicator, the Kryptonian artifact that would become a key figure in the Superman mythos following the "Reign of the Supermen" saga. Jurgens explores the device's ancient Kryptonian origins and its journey to Earth, offering a definitive backstory for the cold, logic-driven being that once sought to preserve Krypton's legacy at any cost. A concise but essential chapter for fans of the era's Superman lore, it expands on one of the character's most complex and controversial creations.