Secret Origins Super-Villains: Limited Collectors' Edition Vol. 1 C-39 (Facsimile Edition) #[nn]
In "The Man Behind the Red Hood!", a young Lex Luthor and Superboy begin as unlikely friends, their bond tested when a tragic accident in Lex's lab leads to a shocking transformation—and a vow of vengeance. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by Al Plastino, this facsimile edition captures the raw, early days of one of DC’s most enduring rivalries, with Dick Giordano’s dynamic cover bringing the moment to life.
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Young Lex and Superboy start out as friends, but after Superboy accidentally destroys Luthor's laboratory and accidentally causes Lex to lose his hair, Luthor vows revenge.
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