Superman Unlimited #6
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque, Mike Norton
The deadly special forces of the Kobra Kult have infiltrated the Kryptonite Kingdom, and now this sovereign nation’s only hope for survival is the man whose very presence in the kingdom is a death sentence for him: Superman! An unholy alliance is struck, a Kryptonite King is crowned, and the Vipers strike in this epic next installment of Superman Unlimited!
Superman Unlimited #6
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque, Mike Norton
The deadly special forces of the Kobra Kult have infiltrated the Kryptonite Kingdom, and now this sovereign nation’s only hope for survival is the man whose very presence in the kingdom is a death sentence for him: Superman! An unholy alliance is struck, a Kryptonite King is crowned, and the Vipers strike in this epic next installment of Superman Unlimited!
Superman Unlimited #5
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
When the Kryptonite Kingdom faces a deadly terrorist attack from the Kobra Kult… this looks like a job for any hero other than Superman. The nation-state of El Caldero has the highest concentration of Kryptonite on the planet. It is literally the last place on Earth Superman should go, but when its people cry out for help, of course the Man of Steel will answer the call. Because he’s Superman.
Superman Unlimited #4
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
It’s a big day for Jimmy Olsen as he sets up shop in the new Gotham City branch of the Daily Planet. His first assignment: learn what has turned Superman into an uncontrollable monster — and why. Do the combined forces of the heroes of Gotham even stand a chance against this version of the Man of Steel? And what is Bruce Wayne doing a continent away in Emerald City? All this, and back in Smallville, Jon Kent begins training for the ultimate challenge — a way to combat the deadly effects of Kryptonite. Guest-starring: the Birds of Prey.
Superman Unlimited #3
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
In Shops: Jul 16, 2025
SRP: $4.99
TOYMAN RUNS ON…KRYPTONITE?! When the towering terror of Toyman once again terrorizes the streets of Metropolis, Superman and Krypto are on hand to save the day–but in this new world of Kryptonite, even the murdering machinations of Toyman are supercharged with Superman’s Achilles’ heel! It’s a twisted turn of events as the Man of Steel uncovers a game-changing new use for this deadly substance, and it has the capacity to…save the world? Plus: Jimmy Olsen moves to Gotham (careful, Jimmy), Tee-Nah of Gorilla City tries to fix Steve Lombard’s laptop (careful, Tee-Nah), and Intergang floods the streets–all in the latest installment of the emerald epic you’ll have to read to believe!
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
In Shops: Jun 18, 2025
SRP: $4.99
ENTER: THE KRYPTO-KNIGHTS! Superman faces a brave new world–radical change sweeps the globe, and the ramifications of the Kryptonite asteroid reach a fever pitch! The epicenter of this new Kryptonite power reverberates from the Emerald City–a nation-state positioned atop a massive stockpile of this incredible natural resource and ruled with an iron fist by the Kryptonite King and his dreaded Krypto-Knights! Can Superman hope to continue his fight for truth and justice with Kryptonite flooding the streets with danger? Plus: the Daily Planet’s expansion continues, and Gorilla City’s representative joins the team!
Superman faces a brave new world–radical change sweeps the globe, and the ramifications of the Kryptonite asteroid reach a fever pitch! The epicenter of this new Kryptonite power reverberates from the Emerald City–a nation-state positioned atop a massive stockpile of this incredible natural resource and ruled with an iron fist by the Kryptonite King and his dreaded Krypto-Knights! Can Superman hope to continue his fight for truth and justice with Kryptonite flooding the streets with danger? Plus: the Daily Planet’s expansion continues, and Gorilla City’s representative joins the team! Superman Unlimited #2 is a perfectly fine comic with some interesting aspects but just doesn’t stand out from so much out there.
Written by Dan Slott, I’ve been looking forward to this series since it was announced. But, two issues in, it doesn’t really stand out from all of the other Superman comics out there. Slott has shaken things up a bit have a Kryptonite asteroid’s crashing on Earth cause the rock to be plentiful. An entire nation has built itself up due to it this using Kryptonite much like Wakanda uses Vibranium. In that sense the story isn’t original, but the fact that the material is such an impact on Superman opens up potential and opportunity of where it all might be going. Slott has a solid attention for detail and what’s teased throughout the issue opens up what will hopefully be a strong showing down the road.
The art by Rafael Albuquerque is solid. With color by Marcel Maiolo and lettering by Dave Sharpe, there’s are times the comic has a classic feel about it. Albuquerque’s style has hints of classic adventures with poses and an overall look that has a hint of what was. There’s a cheeriness to it all with the colors keeping the comic bright and full of energy, a positive vibe that matches the core of its main character.
Superman Unlimited #2 is that comic that’s a fine edition to the read pile but it’s not one you’ll be going back to over and over. It’s entertaining but not exciting. It’s a perfectly fine Superman story so far, but one that feels like it’s a story arc in-between the major storylines and events. Superman Unlimited #2 is good but its slow start doesn’t quite hook readers.
Story: Dan Slott Art: Rafael Albuquerque
Color: Marcel Maiolo Letterer: Dave Sharpe
Story: 7.75 Art: 8.0 Overall: 7.75 Recommendation Read
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Superman Unlimited #2
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
In Shops: Jun 18, 2025
SRP: $4.99
ENTER: THE KRYPTO-KNIGHTS! Superman faces a brave new world–radical change sweeps the globe, and the ramifications of the Kryptonite asteroid reach a fever pitch! The epicenter of this new Kryptonite power reverberates from the Emerald City–a nation-state positioned atop a massive stockpile of this incredible natural resource and ruled with an iron fist by the Kryptonite King and his dreaded Krypto-Knights! Can Superman hope to continue his fight for truth and justice with Kryptonite flooding the streets with danger? Plus: the Daily Planet’s expansion continues, and Gorilla City’s representative joins the team!
Superman Unlimited #1
(W) Dan Slott (A) Rafael Albuquerque
In Shops: May 21, 2025
SRP: $4.99
DAN SLOTT AND RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE TAKE THE MAN OF STEEL TO NEW HEIGHTS! The summer of Superman heats up with a brand-new ongoing series taking the DCU by storm! When an asteroid the size of Metropolis hurtles toward collision with planet Earth, the Justice League dispatches Superman to avert the crisis–but a sinister threat lurks within that will change the world like never before, and this danger glows green. The Last Son of Krypton must risk everything to save his adopted home, the very home which now tries to kill him, from complete destruction! The Man of Steel is poised to fly like never before in this new cornerstone series, brought to life by the dazzling DC debut of writer Dan Slott (The Superior Spider-Man) and renowned artist Rafael Albuquerque (All-Star Batman)!
When an asteroid the size of Metropolis hurtles toward collision with planet Earth, the Justice League dispatches Superman to avert the crisis–but a sinister threat lurks within that will change the world like never before, and this danger glows green. The Last Son of Krypton must risk everything to save his adopted home, the very home which now tries to kill him, from complete destruction! Superman Unlimited #1 is a highlight from the “Summer of Superman,” and while it’s fun, it also feels like we’ve seen this before.
Writer Dan Slott coming on to a Superman title is something I’m going to check out. I generally enjoy his writing and his “Superior Spider-Man” run was fun, entertaining, and a little different. So, I was excited to dive into Superman Unlimited #1 and it shows potential but also doesn’t quite feel so super.
Superman Unlimited #1 keeps things focused really setting up, and then shifting, the status-quo for Superman. We see what the Daily Planet is up to and it’s not too long before Superman is off to save the day darting around Metropolis. But, a large threat looms in an asteroid heading towards Earth. This is one that’d devastate a city and also holds a deadly secret that could kill Superman. It would be an interesting sequence and a nice twist of an ending if the comic didn’t drag on. And the ending, while there’s potential, feels like a mix of Slott’s “Superior” run and the Blue/Red time of Superman.
Slott takes it just beyond stopping an asteroid and as Superman struggles to stop it he replays his life from the escape from Krypton to his current situation. His life flashes before his eyes recounting his origin and catching up readers who might not know every detail. While it’s an interesting way to do that, it goes on for twelve pages. Drawn out and overall not needed, it hints at what Slott might be focusing on during his run. But, most of the information doesn’t add anything to the series and story and most can be picked up in other ways. What should be a dramatic moment feels like a really bad version of “This is your life.”
The art by Rafael Albuquerque is solid. With color by Marcelo Maiolo and lettering by Dave Sharpe, Albuquerque brings his unique style and flair to the character design and action. It all looks great and he does hit the emotional aspects of it really highlight facial expressions and body language to nail the moment. Albuquerque does have his quirks though and some characters look a lot like previous characters from other series at times. Still, it should be interesting to see how this style plays out further as the comic progresses and the team overall really makes the visuals pop.
Superman Unlimited #1 isn’t a bad debut but it gets a little plodding and tedious at times. A faster pacing and a bit more focus on the emotional aspects at times would have punched up the enjoyment a bit more. But, not a bad start and a debut where we’re looking forward to seeing what happens next.
Story: Dan Slott Art: Rafael Albuquerque
Color: Marcelo Maiolo Letterer: Dave Sharpe
Story: 7.5 Art: 8.25 Overall: 7.5 Recommendation: Read
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