Superman #19: Enter Superwoman

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… Superwoman? Following the events of Absolute Power, Superman #19 is an exciting new story arc with a new hero of Metropolis. Written by Joshua Williamson with art by Dan Mora and colors by Alejandro Sanchez, this new story offers a thrilling blend of action, character development, and artistic flair that will keep readers engaged from start to finish. When an old foe comes back to Metropolis, it’s up to Superman and Superwoman to stop him. But how did Lois Lane get her superpowers? And what sinister secret does the time Trapper hold? Find out in this month’s issue of Superman.

This is an explosive issue for this new story and Joshua Williamson is writing absolute gold (or steel because Superman). Williamson’s portrayal of Superman is both relatable and inspiring. He captures Clark’s internal struggle as he balances his responsibilities as a hero with his human emotions. The weight of knowing he will outlive the people he loves is touched on in this issue and I hope it ties into how Clark feels about Lois’ new powers. The introduction of Superwoman is also exciting. When I first saw previews of Lois Lane as Superwoman, I was a little hesitant. I feel like Lois works better as a character without powers, with her strength and courage coming from her heart and not laser beams. There are also so many ways to write her as helpful in taking down as villain when she is in her writing chair. However, despite my qualms, Williamson managed to get me on board and start to love Superwoman. Seeing Lois and Clark’s dynamic when they are working together with superpowers works for me and it makes this story even more exciting. The interactions feel authentic, grounding the story in relatable themes. This is a great way to start a new story and a fantastic place for new Superman readers to start.

The art in this issue is absolutely incredible. I mean it’s no secret that Dan Mora is universally loved and his art is stunning. I had the honor of meeting Mora this past weekend at New York Comic Con and he is as humble as he is talented. The artwork by Mora and Alejandro Sanchez complements the story beautifully, with dynamic action sequences that leap off the page. The color palette is vibrant, emphasizing the contrast between light and dark. This is an all-star creative team and I am so excited to see Superman in the spotlight.