Superman: The Death and Return of Superman Omnibus #[nn]

In the shadows of Metropolis, Superman races to stop a violent raid by the Underworlders, but his efforts fall short as the criminals vanish into the night. A single, ominous punch shatters a steel wall—proof that something far more dangerous is on the move. The arrival of Doomsday looms, silent and inevitable.

In "null," Superman faces a twisted challenge as Mr. Mxyzptlk returns, twisting reality with lies that even the Man of Steel can’t trust. Meanwhile, Doomsday relentlessly hammers at a steel door, each blow chipping away at the barrier—though the outcome remains uncertain.

In "Doomsday!", Superman races to stop the unstoppable force of Doomsday as he rampages toward Metropolis, leaving destruction in his wake. With the help of Keith Robert Parks and Charlie, the Man of Steel must confront not only the rampaging monster but also the deadly Underworlders and Warworlders who seem to be drawn to the chaos.

In the wake of Superman’s death, the city of Metropolis grapples with grief as conflicting forces clash over the fate of his body—and that of Doomsday. With Cadmus seeking control, the S.C.U., Lex Luthor, and others stand divided, each driven by their own motives in the shadow of a fallen hero.

In "Grave Obsession," Lex Luthor and Dan Turpin race to uncover the truth behind a mysterious break-in at Superman’s tomb, setting off a chain of events that pulls Supergirl and Turpin into the dark tunnels beneath. As they confront the Underworlders in a desperate clash, the line between hero and villain blurs in the shadows.

In the aftermath of Superman’s disappearance, Supergirl and the Metropolis S.C.U. delve into the city’s hidden tunnels, searching for the truth behind Superman’s tomb. As Guardian confronts Director Westfield over the theft of the Man of Steel’s body, tensions rise—especially when Cadmus reveals its plans to clone Superman, setting a dangerous precedent.

In the wake of Superman’s death, Cadmus attempts to harness his DNA, but a newly awakened clone of Jim Harper—Auron—defies his programming to erase the last known copy of the data. As the Newsboy Legion II and Dubbilex grapple with the fallout, old allies and unknown forces converge in a race to control what remains.

Gangbuster of Suicide Slum finds himself caught in a dangerous twist when Inspector Bill Henderson warns him that the very criminals he’s imprisoned are now pressing charges, forcing him to flee the city he’s sworn to protect. With his reputation on the line and the streets of Suicide Slum closing in, Gangbuster must stay one step ahead—before the law turns against him.

In "Ghosts," Lois Lane leads a daring mission with the Newsboy Legion and the Underworlders to infiltrate Cadmus, driven by the desperate hope of finding Superman’s body. As the search unfolds, the weight of loss presses hard—Jonathan Kent suffers a heart attack, testing the limits of hope and resolve in the face of grief.

In the quiet aftermath of a life cut short, Jonathan Kent’s sudden heart attack sends shockwaves through Smallville, while Lois Lane, the Hairies, and Supergirl move swiftly to reclaim Superman’s body from Cadmus. As Lex Luthor’s schemes unfold and danger closes in, the fate of Superman’s legacy hangs in the balance—threatened not only by the villains who seek to exploit his absence, but by the very people who loved him most.

In the quiet afterlife, Superman’s spirit wrestles with the weight of his absence as his father Jonathan’s soul guides him through the astral plane. With time running short and a sinister force closing in, Clark must confront his regrets before he’s lost to Blaze’s domain forever.

When John Henry Irons—known to some as Henry Johnson—learns a weapon he helped design was used in a fatal shooting, he channels his grief and guilt into building a suit of armor to protect the city he’s sworn to defend. As he steps into the role of Steel, he finds himself navigating a web of corruption, danger, and old allies, all while the shadow of Superman’s absence looms large.

In "Who Is the Hero True?", the Fortress of Solitude awakens a new body seemingly forged from the essence of Kal-El, reigniting the question of identity among those who claim to be Superman. With Steel and the Eradicator locked in a clash over who embodies the true legacy, and Mongul closing in on Earth, the line between hero and imposter blurs in a battle that tests not just strength, but what it means to be the Man of Steel.

In "Lies & Revelations," the Eradicator's lingering energy force reconnects with the Fortress of Solitude, uncovering long-buried truths about its origins. As Cyborg Superman and Mongul push their assault on Coast City, Kal-El presses forward through the ocean in his Kryptonian war suit, heading toward Metropolis—while the Justice League America, Superman’s allies, race to respond.

In "Resurrections," Superman teams up with Superboy and Steel to confront the combined threat of Mongul and Cyborg Superman, while flashbacks reveal the origins of Hank Henshaw’s transformation and his alliance with the alien warlord. The story weaves together past and present, exploring the cost of power and the fragile line between hero and villain.

In "Assault on Engine City!", Superman, Steel, and Superboy launch a desperate strike against the combined threat of Cyborg Superman and Mongul, racing to stop a devastating missile aimed at Metropolis. With the city in peril and time running out, Superboy must rise to the challenge alone—facing an impossible mission with no backup.

In "Blast Off!", Superman and Steel stand united against Mongul and the Cyborg Superman in a desperate race to stop the detonation of a powerful rocket engine. As Hal Jordan returns from space, he witnesses the aftermath of Coast City's destruction, a moment that echoes through the chaos of war and legacy.

In "Death City," Hal Jordan arrives in Engine City with a fury that ignites a brutal clash against Mongul, forcing Superman to turn his focus to the greater threat of Cyborg Superman. As the city burns under the weight of their conflict, the battle lines blur between hero and villain, and the fate of Metropolis hangs in the balance.

In the climactic battle at Engine City, Superman stands alongside Steel, Supergirl, Superboy, and Green Lantern as they confront the combined threat of Cyborg Superman and Mongul. With the Eradicator’s power and the strength of his allies, Superman fights to reclaim his place in a world that has lost its protector.

In "Reign of the Superman!", Superman’s return stirs hope and confusion as Lois Lane and Clark Kent confront the mystery of how to truly bring Clark back from the dead. With the help of Krypto, the loyal dog of Bibbo, they uncover a path that might restore the Man of Steel—but the road to resurrection is as uncertain as it is desperate.