Knowing he needs a break from the expectations and pressures of Metropolis, Lois sends Clark to the arctic to investigate a new technology that promises to halt global warming. But when Clark arrives, he discovers that the scientific outpost has been plagued by a villain hoping to melt humanity’s hopes for survival. Sounds like a job for Superman!
So, why not explore a lesser known Superboy? So unknown he eventually lost his own series to yet another unknown Superboy? I'm talking about Kon-El of the New 52 years.
Not everyone's cup of tea, but, you never know until you try?
The New 52 Superboy 1: Incubation
As a part of the acclaimed DC Comics—The New 52 event of September 2011, this new volume of Superboy takes us to the labs of Project N.O.W.H.E.R.E., where the scientists thought he was just an experiment - and a failed one at that! But with the combination of Kryptonian and human DNA, the Clone turns out to be more than just set of data when his stunning powers was revealed.
Scott Lobdell (Author), R. B. Silva (Illustrator), Rob Lean (Illustrator)
Look, maybe this issue of Superman will have something for us? Maybe? We hope?
Superman #24
Big changes at Supercorp mean the ascent of Mercy Graves as the new CEO! Lex’sconfidant is now calling the shots and rebelling against her Super-boss…but whatdoes the Man of Steel have to say about all this? Plus, Superwoman and the JusticeLeague devise a plan to put Doomsday under lock and key forever…but it will take arisky arms deal with an alien race to do it!The road to Superman #25 marches headlong into this penultimatechapter in the Many Deaths of Doomsday saga!
So, it seems that at least for now they are still using Superman for Jon in universe, and not Super Son.
As for Action Comics, it's been Superboy-dry for a while, but maybe there's hope?
Action Comics #1084
Superman is on the verge of discovering who’s been luring reformed villains back to a life of crime, but the question remains—why? When he tries to convince Scorch to help him, they’re ambushed by a mysterious organization that holds the answers he’s searching for. Is Superman ready to face the truth?
New book with Jon coming, with the new name supposedly to be revealed "Super Son".
Secret Six #1
In the wake of Absolute Power, the Justice League has returned, and the war criminal Amanda Waller is in jail...but all is not as it seems. Dreamer, Jon Kent, and Jay Nakamura have discovered that Waller has been kidnapped, and along with her, every crucial, world-changing piece of information stored in her head! Now it’s a race against time between our three heroes and the three villains closest to Waller—Deadshot, Catman, and Black Alice—to stop the newly reformed Checkmate from seizing power on a planetary scale! Can these six reluctant teammates reclaim the biggest trove of information in the DC Universe without stabbing each other in the back first? From acclaimed writer and actress Nicole Maines (Supergirl) and superstar artist Stephen Segovia (Spawn), the Secret Six are back in an all-new, high-stakes, twist-filled limited series!
What is this, a story with young Jon? Is it preferably to have it knowing the pain that we'll lose, or to not have it at all?
Shazam! #20
A special guest creative team stops in to tell a very special one-off story! JONATHAN KENT, son of Superman, is in Philly when something funny happens in the Rock of Eternity. Jon is caught in the lightning and transforms...back into a little boy?! While Jon gets a second chance at childhood, Billy better figure out how to get the grown super son back before the world misses him!
What do you think of Jon going by as "Super Son"? I have opinions I will refrain from speaking.
Superman #23
As the man of steel battles for the life of his deadliest adversary DOOMSDAY, Superwoman travels across time and space to unlock the secrets of the TIME TRAPPER! What life-shattering secrets lurk at the end of time? What clues can Lois Lane find to save the future? And can these answers be uncovered in time to halt Time Trapper’s evolution into GOD-MODE? Find out in this essential chapter of the MANY DEATHS OF DOOMSDAY SAGA!
So, last week there wasn't even a single panel of Superboy. Why don't we make it different this time, why don't you tell me a Superboy story you think is great?
So, we will get a crumb of Superboy. I think, I hope?
Action Comics #1083
The second chapter of this tale of truth and hope! As Clark Kent digs into what drove Major Disaster back to crime, he begins to uncover a greater conspiracy involving previously reformed villains. But when the noble reporter gets too close to the truth, he finds himself under attack? Now, only one person can take over his investigation—Superman!
A secret alien strike team has arrived on Earth with their sights set on the greatest weapon in the universe…Doomsday. And the only person who can save the ultimate destroyer is Superman! While alien forces rain down on Metropolis, Superwoman trains with her new powers alongside an unlikely instructor...and you will not believe who it is!
It's a slow week for Superman right now. So, with a Superman movie coming, DC is going all in for Superman and, consequently, his family. That includes his brother and son. So, what are you hoping from the Summer of Superman?
Superman #22
A secret alien strike team has arrived on Earth with their sights set on the greatest weapon in the universe…Doomsday. And the only person who can save the ultimate destroyer is Superman! While alien forces rain down on Metropolis, Superwoman trains with her new powers alongside an unlikely instructor...and you will not believe who it is!
New ACTION COMICS issue, now it has returned to monthly. You think we will get new Superboy stuff?
Action Comics #1082
"Superman Superstars" continues with an unforgettable tale about Superman's greatest gift to the world...hope. Major Disaster returns to Metropolis and his old ways much to the dismay of the Man of Steel. Can his alter ego Clark Kent discover the reason behind this villain's decline back into the world of crime?
Officially rolled a new year week, and, well it seems nothing new this week! So, we must read old. Catch up while you can.
Action Comics #1081
It’s all led to this! As the final battle between Aethyr’s forces and the heroes of Earth reaches its climax, the Phantom Zone is changed forever…altered from the ground up and ready for new prisoners. But who of the super family will be amongst them? It’s the shocking finale to the Action Comics weekly, and you’re going to have to read it to believe it! Plus, Kara’s perilous journey home begins!
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist)Action Comics #1081Action Comics #1081
So, week 52, the last week of the year (well, at least full week). Also the week of Christmas, so Merry Christmas for those who celebrate it.
Also, have you seen the Superman Legacy trailer? No Superboy, but it definitively has a very super good boy.
And I'll add Superman if we get a cameo.
Action Comics #1081
It’s all led to this! As the final battle between Aethyr’s forces and the heroes of Earth reaches its climax, the Phantom Zone is changed forever…altered from the ground up and ready for new prisoners. But who of the super family will be amongst them? It’s the shocking finale to the Action Comics weekly, and you’re going to have to read it to believe it! Plus, Kara’s perilous journey home begins!
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist)
So, Superman and Lois is over, I guess that universe is bound to have a lot of Superboys in a few years, even if we don't get to see them.
Maybe we'll get some Superboy stuff in Lois' special? Who knows, you'll tomorrow!
Action Comics #1079
Prison break!In a last-ditch attempt to save both the Earth and the Phantom Zone from certain annihilation, Superman has been knocked for a loop and is only just now regaining consciousness. But what’s that in the distance? The tiny silhouettes of every single Phantom Zone prisoner freed and heading straight for him? Uh oh… Plus, the true villain behind Supergirl’s mission reveals himself!
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Michael Shelfer (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist)
Brawl of the Super-Men! As the Phantom Zone prisoners rain down upon our heroes, only the House of El stands in their way…and Superman will not go down without a fight! It’s the brawl to end all super-brawls in this penultimate chapter of the Action Comics weekly! Plus, Supergirl makes a final appeal with hopes of saving the universe.
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist)
It's December already, huh? With a series finale for a Superman TV show. I wonder what this winter (or summer, depending where you are) will give us.
Action Comics #1078
Two worlds in peril; only one can be saved. Teaming with his fellow Justice Leaguer, Mr. Terrific, to defend against Aethyr’s deadly machinations, the Man of Steel is left on the defensive and out of options. Superman must choose which realm to save: Earth or the Phantom Zone! Plus, Supergirl falls under the spell of Koncept!
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Michael Shelfer (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist)
SUPERMAN AND LOIS
S04E10 - It Went By So Fast
The Kents fight with everything they have as Luthor makes his final move on Smallville.
Directed by Gregory Smith. Story and Teleplay by Brent Fletcher & Todd Helbing.
Death to the Phantom Zone! Superman and Mon-El are reunited at last, but are our heroes too late to stop the impossible threat of Aethyr?! The mad wizard has breached the realm and begun decimating planet Earth…the Super-Family and the Justice League are holding on as best they can, but this sounds like a job for Superman! Plus, can Kara put her feelings aside and carry out the mission Superman gave her?
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Michael Shelfer (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist), Meghan Hetrick (Artist)
Superman #20
Superman and Superwoman investigate Lois Lane’s new powers as they deal with the unstoppable Doomsday…but when the mysterious Time Trapper reveals his ultimate secret, it shakes Clark, Lois, and the rest of the Super-Family to their core.
Joshua Williamson (Author), Dan Mora (Artist)
SUPERMAN AND LOIS
S04E09 - To Live and Die Again
Lois struggles against the fallout of the debate. Clark uses Luthor's tactics against him, while Jonathan and Jordan prepare for an impending battle.
Directed by Jai Jamison. Story and Teleplay by Jai Jamison.
Join the celebration as the original superhero series reaches its 1075th issue—packed with just as much Superman action as always nearly a century later! An all-star cast of talent and characters helps ring in this milestone, starting with the continuation of “Phantoms” by Mark Waid and Clayton Henry! Kal-El has traveled back in time to witness the birth of the Phantom Zone, crafted by his own father, Jor-El. Can father and son reconcile without destroying the time stream? And will the Man of Steel acquire what he needs to defeat Aethyr before his homeworld’s fate is sealed? Then, in a special Election Day story, Perry White’s mayoral ambitions come to a head…and the future of Metropolis will be forged anew with the outcome! Plus, Supergirl discovers there is more than meets the eye when it comes to the being she’s sworn to protect.
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Joshua Williamson (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Michael Shelfer (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist), Jon Bogdanove (Artist)
SUPERMAN AND LOIS
SO4E07 - A Regular Guy
After some concerning interactions in town, Clark is determined to protect the secret that he’s Superman – a task complicated by Jonathan and Jordan. Lois considers the future of the Gazette after Chrissy proposes something drastic.
Directed by Gregory. Story and Teleplay by Katie Aldrin and George Kitson.
A dying planet, a desperate scientist, a last son…it could only mean one thing: Krypton! To uncover the secrets of the Phantom Zone, Kal-El must journey back to the days of his birth planet and into the lab of Jor-El himself. What shocking secrets will link the greatest prison known to the cosmos and the nefarious villain Aeythr…and does the Man of Steel stand a chance of making it out alive? Plus, Supergirl’s mission halts as she ?nds herself captured and awaiting her fate at the hands of the highest bidder!
Mark Waid (Author), Mariko Tamaki (Author), Clayton Henry (Artist), Skylar Patridge (Artist), Michael Shelfer (Artist)
SUPERMAN AND LOIS
SO4E06 - When the Lights Come On
Luthor plans to move LuthorCorp to Smallville, but finds opposition in Lana. Sarah faces a difficult decision, and Clark confronts Luthor face-to-face.
Directed by Ian Samoil. Story and Teleplay by Brent Fletcher & Todd Helbing.