Action Comics Annual #5
"Loose Cannon" delivers a raw, character-driven tale in Action Comics Annual #5 (1993), spotlighting a troubled police officer whose life takes a violent turn after a reckless decision leaves him critically injured. Months later, after being attacked by the Bloodlines aliens, he awakens transformed—now a mood-reactive, super-strong beast whose very appearance shifts with his emotions. As he clashes with the Last Son of Krypton over trust and purpose, the two are forced into an uneasy alliance to face the alien threat. Written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Lee Moder, with inks by Joe Rubinstein, José Marzán Jr., and Terry Beatty, and colors by Tom Ziuko, the issue features a striking cover by Mike Zeck and Karl Kesel.
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A police officer with a reputation for breaking the rules is hurt badly when he doesn't wait for backup. Months later, while suicidal, he is attacked by the Bloodlines aliens, and is changed such that he transforms into a super-strong beast who changes color based on his mood. This brings him into conflict with the Last Son of Krypton, who doubts his motives. But together they battle the aliens. Lex Luthor and Supergirl observe.
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