About Superman

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In this post, you will read the biography of the incarnation of the fictional hero, Superman, during the New 52 DC Universe. You need to know that this post only utilizes the Superman comics, which we considered as the authoritative sources. The data from the video games, movies, or TV series will be referred to as the nan-canonical sources.

Superman is one of the ever famous fictional heroes that you can only see on televisions and movies. But what is the real history of Superman? Keep on reading to know more.

Babyhood on Krypton

The hero, who is called “Superman,” was the son of Lara Lor-Van and Jor-El. He is a popular expert who predicts about the impending boom of the planet, Earth. Lara and the baby Superman were decided to flee to Kandor City because of the warning by Jor-El. Jpr-El warned his wife because of the possible invading of the Brainiac.

Early Appearance of Superman in Metropolis

The first appearance of Superman was held in Metropolis. He is using the costume with a light blue-colored T-Shirt with S-Shield, a red-colored cape, and pants. During that time, Superman can jump longer distance and has the power of hurling the vehicles around.

After six months, the powers that Superman have had been increased, which is enough for General Sam Lane and Lex Luthor to worry. These two started planning on how they can imprison Superman. Superman gets his name from the Daily Planet and Lois Lane. Luthor accumulated some plans to disrupt the debauched train, in which Superman attempts to catch it. However, the fast train just pushed him to the walls, which knock him unconsciously.

Following the escape of Superman, the police officers go directly to his house, meeting the sarcasm of Kent. When they find nothing, policemen started to leave. After a while, activists protest about the actions made by Superman. As Clark began to lose his faith in regards to his identity as the Superman, Brainiac prepared himself to conquer the Metropolis. He detained John Corben under his control by the use of metallic-armored suit he usually wears.

Brainiac started attacking the said city with the help of Terminauts armies and Corben which he had been created from the machinery of the planet, Earth. Superman did his best to protect the city by fighting the mechanisms produced by Brainiac. After some minutes of fighting, Superman destroyed lots of Brainiac’s machinery. Corben also began attacking Superman, and during the fight, a new superhuman named Steel was appeared, who also began fighting with Corben. Superman can’t end the aim of Brainiac, which is to bot some parts of Metropolis.

Destruction of the Daily Planet – Current Era

Superman feels upset after the obliteration of the building of the Traditional Daily Planet in favor of larger and newer construction. Right after the devastation, the city of Metropolis was attacked by the human on flame, which tends to whisper the name of Krypton. And because of that, Superman started to hurl the earth from the Defunct Daily Planet at the creature, which leads to its defeat.

By Fleischer Studios – File:Superman 2 Mechanical Monsters 1941.ogv, Public Domain, Link

The Power of Superman, which is a DC Comics character, has changed a lot from its first appearance way back in the 1930s. The cast’s development was extensive. Thus, his abilities were also changed to keep the attention of the viewers. The powers’ extent of Superman happened way back in the 1960’s. Although what happened way back in the 1970’s to the 1980’s has lesser extent, it came to the period that it makes it harder for the director and writer to accumulate perfect trials for Superman. And because of this, his powers and abilities decreased when the time that his story was rewritten by John Byrne after the launching of “Crisis on Infinite Earths.” After the departure of Byrne, the abilities and powers of Superman were gradually increased, but, he is still weaker compared to the Superman of Pre-Crisis incarnation.

Skills and Abilities of Superman During the Golden Age

Super Senses – The hearing and eyesight of Superman were far compared to the hearing and eyesight of a normal individual.

Super Durability – Superman during the Golden Age was highly resistant in term of damages.

Enhanced Leaping – Superman of the Golden Age can leap the highest building or more than eight miles.

SuperSpeed – Superman of the Golden Age can run as fast as the fastest express train.

Super Strength – Superman of the Golden Age was referred on having the capabilities to move bigger vehicles, such as ships, trains, and cars.

Skills and Powers of Superman During the Pre-Crisis or Bronze or Silver Age

Memory-Wipe Kiss – Superman during the Pre-Crisis Age can wipe the memories of an individual by simply kissing him or her. This Superman’s ability was initially established in the Action Comics #306.

Healing Factor – Superman can reproduce his body’s damage at a faster percentage.

Stamina – Superman can live without a rest, water, or food because of the yellow radiation of the sun that sustain his basic needs.

Super Hypnotism – Super Hypnotism allowed Superman to hypnotize his enemies or an individual. By doing so, he can manipulate the memory of a person – whether to forget about a certain incident or follow all his orders. This power of Superman was being used to hide his true identity.

Super Ventriloquism – You can hear the voice or scream of Superman even at the farthest distance. Superman usually utilizes this kind of power to complicate his opponents or protect his true character by tricking individuals into believing that Clark Kent and he were in various areas.

Mental Powers – Superman during the Bronze or Silver Age possesses eidetic memory and highest intelligence level. All of these improved abilities were the outcome of his regular exposure to the yellow rays of sunlight.

Super Breath – The breath of Superman tend to freeze people, objects, and can create strong winds. He can also grip his breath for a longer period, which enables him to work underwater without using breathing equipment.

Hearing – Superman, during the Pre-Crisis age, can hear a single sound at the farthest distance and in any type of wavelength.