DC Finest: Superman: Kryptonite Nevermore #[nn]
In "Superman Meets Super-Houdini!", Superman takes on a new role as guardian to Gregor, a grieving teen whose father has just died, only to find the boy harbors deep resentment after an accident left him with unpredictable animal transformations. As Superman helps Gregor learn to master his powers, their bond grows—until a moment of sacrifice tests everything. Written by Leo Dorfman and brought to life with classic precision by artists Curt Swan and Murphy Anderson, this emotional story features a cover by Neal Adams that captures the weight of the moment.
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Superman becomes the guardian of Gregor, a teenage boy, when the boy's scientist father dies. However, Gregor hates Superman for accidentally causing him to become a genetic freak who changes into animals without warning. Supermen gradually trains him to control his powers and their relationship changes, until finally Gregor sacrifices his life to save others.
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