Superman '78: The Metal Curtain #1
In "The Metal Curtain [Chapter One]," Lois Lane's deep dive into a shocking arms deal between the U.S. Army and the Soviet Union thrusts her into a deadly game she doesn’t understand—while a shadowy Russian scheme unfolds, one that sees Superman as the ultimate target. Written by Robert Venditti and brought to life with sharp, atmospheric art by Gavin Guidry, this issue blends Cold War tension with the hero’s enduring legacy, all rendered in Jordie Bellaire’s vivid colors and Dave Lanphear’s precise lettering. The cover by Gavin Guidry captures the eerie, high-stakes mood of a world on the brink.
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Lois' investigation of the U.S. Army selling weapons to the Soviet Union puts her life in danger, but she is unaware that the deal is part of a Russian plan to deal with Superman.
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