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Teräsmiehen Poika#12/1962
Cover: Curt Swan & George Klein

Teräsmiehen Poika #12/1962

Dec 1962 · Kirja-Mono · 70,00 FIM
“Laskeutuminen Maahan (osa 1/3)”

In "Laskeutuminen Maahan (osa 1/3)", Superboy’s parents survive Krypton’s fall, and the family begins a new life on Earth—Jor-El and Lara by his side as he navigates humanity for the first time. Written by Jerry Coleman and illustrated by George Papp, this alternate-timeline story reimagines Superboy’s origins with a deeply personal, grounded take on his upbringing. The cover by Curt Swan and George Klein captures the emotional weight of this new beginning.

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writer Jerry Coleman · artist, inker George Papp · cover Curt Swan, George Klein

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artist, inker George Papp
cover pencils Curt Swan
cover inks George Klein

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An imaginary tale begins in which Superboy’s parents survive Krypton’s destruction and accompany their son to Earth. As the family adjusts to life among humans, the story explores how Superboy’s upbringing changes with Jor-El and Lara at his side. The chapter establishes the alternate-timeline premise and sets up long-term consequences.

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