Superman #4
In "Pranked!", Superman faces a dangerous deception as an impostor masquerading as Steel threatens the hero's allies. With Superboy in peril and a mysterious armored figure on the move, the fight to save Superman takes a sharp turn when La Encantadora and Lois arrive with crucial intel—just as Deathstroke closes in. Written by Mark Schultz and brought to life by Doug Mahnke’s dynamic art, with Tom Nguyen’s inks and Wildstorm FX’s colors, this issue delivers high-stakes tension and a twist that redefines who can be trusted. The cover by Duncan Rouleau and Marlo Alquiza captures the moment’s urgency, making it a standout in the 2003 Superman series.
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Dr. Irons enters Superman and finds Superboy in time to save him from the impostor posing as Steel. Supergirl and Superboy head off to tackle the multiple tumors, while John Henry looks for the man in his armor. Meanwhile, La Encantadora and Lois arrive with the information necessary to save Superman, but Deathstroke is right on their tails.
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