Superman Anthologie #[nn]

In a quiet moment on Earth, a mysterious spacecraft descends, and from it emerges Superman—his arrival marked by wonder and the beginning of a legacy. The story offers a glimpse into the origins of Clark Kent’s extraordinary strength, grounded in a scientific explanation that ties his power to his alien heritage.

After preventing a execution, Superman travels to San Monte as Clark Kent, determined to uncover who's manipulating the U.S. into war—only to find himself entangled in a web of secrets involving Lois Lane, Evelyn Curry, Bea Carroll, Butch Matson, Senator Barrows, and Alex Greer.

In the quiet chaos of San Monte, Superman and Lois Lane are drawn into a brewing conflict far from Metropolis, sent by editor George Taylor to report on a war on the rise. As Lois faces execution on suspicion of espionage, Superman steps in—only to uncover a deeper conspiracy orchestrated by munitions manufacturer Emil Norvell, whose shadowy schemes threaten to ignite violence across the region. With Lola Cortez and Alex Greer caught in the crossfire, truth becomes the most dangerous weapon of all.

In "Mann oder Superman?", Lois Lane's growing suspicion that Clark Kent is Superman puts him to the ultimate test—convincing her without revealing the truth. With Perry White, Luthor, and the enigmatic Talon watching closely, and the mysterious Eustace Watson lingering in the shadows, Clark must outthink even his own powers to keep his secret safe.

In "Superduell im All," Superman and Lois Lane face off against the alien menace Brainiac during a test flight in a high-tech rocket, when he begins shrinking Earth's cities for his own twisted preservation. With Metropolis already in his grasp, Superman infiltrates Brainiac’s ship, uncovering a bottled Kryptonian city—Kandor—while a mysterious scientist, Professor Kimda, aids in the effort to restore Earth’s landmarks. As the fate of the captured cities hangs in the balance, Superman must decide what to do with the last remnant of his lost world, while Brainiac prepares to vanish into the stars.

Superman finds himself thrust across time and space to Krypton, where he reunites with his parents, Jor-El and Lara, and witnesses their wedding day—moments before the planet’s destruction. Amid the echoes of a lost past, he also encounters actress Lyla Lerrol and grapples with the weight of memories that aren’t his own.

In "Braucht die Welt einen Superman?", Superman faces a quiet but profound challenge when the Guardians of the Universe question whether his presence truly helps humanity’s growth. As he grapples with their words, he finds himself drawn into the struggles of a migrant camp, where his powers and choices are tested in ways that go beyond saving lives—touching the fragile hope of those rebuilding their world.

In "Neugeburt," Superman's unintended actions free Brainiac from captivity, setting off a journey that transforms the villain into something beyond his former self. Drawn to Systus 2 by a mysterious signal, Superman confronts Brainiac in his new form—only to find himself stripped of his powers and face-to-face with a being who remembers every universe, every life, and every choice.

In "Was ist so witzig an Wahrheit, Gerechtigkeit un dem American Way of Life!", Superman faces a new challenge as a group of superhumans known as Die Elite emerges, advocating for harsher, more aggressive methods to combat crime. With Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and Perry White watching, and Lex Luthor quietly observing, Superman must prove that justice and truth still have a place in a world growing impatient with restraint.

In "Der Vorfall," Superman confronts the fallout of his actions in Iran, meeting with the President's National Security Advisor to explain his choices—and to announce his intent to renounce his U.S. citizenship. As tensions rise, the weight of his decisions draws the attention of Darkseid, while the Royal Flush Gang’s presence hints at a deeper, more dangerous game unfolding beneath the surface.

In "Der Junge, der Supermans Cape stahl," a young boy named Luke makes a daring move that changes everything when he steals Superman’s cape after the hero is felled by an RPG. As Clark Kent settles into his new apartment and begins to navigate life in Metropolis, he crosses paths with a sharp-eyed landlady, Mrs. Nyxly, and a group of local kids whose lives are about to intersect with the city’s newest protector. When Luke risks everything to save his friend from an abusive father, the moment becomes a test of courage—and a chance for Superman to prove he’s not just a symbol, but a presence in the streets where it matters most.

In "Superman Rebirth," the Superman of the post-Crisis universe encounters Lana Lang at his tomb, where he shares the story of his death and return. With her help, he journeys to the Fortress of Solitude, only to discover the pieces needed to restore him are absent—leading to a quiet moment of closure as he aids Lana in laying his doppelganger to rest between his parents’ graves.