Superman: Kryptonite

Written by Darwyn Cooke with art by Tim Sale, this 2009 DC one-shot returns to the early days of Superman’s career, exploring his first encounter with the mineral that would become his greatest vulnerability. The story focuses on the Man of Steel’s emotional and moral reckoning with a threat he cannot simply overpower, framed through a quiet, character-driven lens. A poignant, visually distinctive issue from two celebrated creators, it offers a fresh take on a foundational element of the Superman mythos.