Title: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: the shutdown man on 12 October, 2009, 01:45:25 PM
Post by: the shutdown man on 12 October, 2009, 01:45:25 PM
I can remember reading one issue of this particular story ages ago, but I've no idea what it was called; As far as I remember it was set in the future after Superman is dead, but through the miracle of science, a squad of heroes has been set up, each with one of Supe's powers. Except they have limits, like the flying guy has to be moving towards something, otherwise he'll drift away, the strong guy is too strong and keeps crushing everything, etc.
Anyone know this one? I don't know if it was a one-off or a series or what.
Anyone know this one? I don't know if it was a one-off or a series or what.
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: Professor Bear on 12 October, 2009, 03:03:40 PM
Post by: Professor Bear on 12 October, 2009, 03:03:40 PM
It sounds dreadful, so chances are it'll be one of these:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Elseworlds_publications#Superman_Family_Elseworlds
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Elseworlds_publications#Superman_Family_Elseworlds
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: vzzbux on 12 October, 2009, 09:20:20 PM
Post by: vzzbux on 12 October, 2009, 09:20:20 PM
I think that was when they actually killed off superman and (for marketing purposes) sprung up a load of follow up's with, as you described, a numerous amount of persons with some of his powers. Utter dross. Then they backtracked. Never read any of it just got the running commentary from a mate who was seriousley into Superman.
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Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: the shutdown man on 13 October, 2009, 11:36:12 AM
Post by: the shutdown man on 13 October, 2009, 11:36:12 AM
It does sound like an Elseworlds story, but I can't see it on that list.
I did come across one ridiculous one yesterday though where an old Superman in the future had to fight two Hitler clones. Probably not the series' finest hour.
I did come across one ridiculous one yesterday though where an old Superman in the future had to fight two Hitler clones. Probably not the series' finest hour.
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: Rio De Fideldo on 13 October, 2009, 12:09:18 PM
Post by: Rio De Fideldo on 13 October, 2009, 12:09:18 PM
What are you making of the Superman titles at the moment?
Are you picking up Secret Origin?
Are you picking up Secret Origin?
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: the shutdown man on 13 October, 2009, 04:51:34 PM
Post by: the shutdown man on 13 October, 2009, 04:51:34 PM
I don't really read the comics on a regular basis to be honest, I just find the DC/Marvel titles way too hard to keep track of. Usually I just go for the graphic novels when they come out, and I haven't read any of the newer Superman ones in a while. Last one I got was Red Son, which I quite liked.
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: Dandontdare on 13 October, 2009, 07:15:43 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 13 October, 2009, 07:15:43 PM
Red Son is my favourite Superman of all time, really good. Don't make my mistake of thinking "ooh, that was good - I'll now buy True Brit for a different take on the same story" 'cos it's crap.
Title: Re: A Superman story I can't quite remember....
Post by: vzzbux on 13 October, 2009, 09:03:09 PM
Post by: vzzbux on 13 October, 2009, 09:03:09 PM
I do believe this gives a brief on the story before the events you are after.
http://www.noisetosignal.org/comics/2007/03/alternate-cover-45-top-10-deaths-in-comics.php
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http://www.noisetosignal.org/comics/2007/03/alternate-cover-45-top-10-deaths-in-comics.php
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