The Action Comics 2023 Annual features the newest version of the Superman Family doing what they do best – defending the Earth against what would otherwise be insurmountable odds. The finale to the five-part “New Worlds” story was initiated in issue #1057. The story unapologetically barrels to its conclusion, barely allowing the reader to catch their breath – and that’s a good thing. From the first page, the annual establishes that it is everything fans should expect of a story featuring the Man of Steel, establishing its stakes early on and featuring beats as heartfelt as action-packed. Additionally, the issue bucks the trend of many annuals by delivering a single story as opposed to several, and that one tale is well worth the price of admission, firing on all cylinders from the very first panel.While the story is certainly filled with superhero action worthy of the series’ title, the annual still never forgets who Superman and his family are, with the Man of Steel not only going the extra mile to help others but also taking the time to be what he was always meant to be: a symbol of hope. In the early part of the story, the iconic hero takes a moment to not only save an entire family but also inspire them as only he can, and this spirit is reflected in the actions various members of his extended family take in not only fighting the enemy but saving the world. Superman’s heroic cue is subsequently adopted by the various members of his family as the issue continues, with two heroes, in particular, proving to be just as inspiring to their antagonists later in the story.Regardless, the issue shines more than suffers, as Johnson gives longtime readers a dose of nostalgia with the return of a forgotten member of the Justice League, best remembered for his time spent in the league of the early ’90s and the “Task Force” iteration of the team. Details and additions like this highlight how much Johnson knows and respects both classic characters and the interesting additions he has made to the book, such as the introduction of the Super-Twins.
The Action Comics 2023 Annual features the newest version of the Superman Family doing what they do best – defending the Earth against what would otherwise be insurmountable odds. The finale to the five-part “New Worlds” story was initiated in issue #1057. The story unapologetically barrels to its conclusion, barely allowing the reader to catch their breath – and that’s a good thing. From the first page, the annual establishes that it is everything fans should expect of a story featuring the Man of Steel, establishing its stakes early on and featuring beats as heartfelt as action-packed. Additionally, the issue bucks the trend of many annuals by delivering a single story as opposed to several, and that one tale is well worth the price of admission, firing on all cylinders from the very first panel.
While the story is certainly filled with superhero action worthy of the series’ title, the annual still never forgets who Superman and his family are, with the Man of Steel not only going the extra mile to help others but also taking the time to be what he was always meant to be: a symbol of hope. In the early part of the story, the iconic hero takes a moment to not only save an entire family but also inspire them as only he can, and this spirit is reflected in the actions various members of his extended family take in not only fighting the enemy but saving the world. Superman’s heroic cue is subsequently adopted by the various members of his family as the issue continues, with two heroes, in particular, proving to be just as inspiring to their antagonists later in the story.
Regardless, the issue shines more than suffers, as Johnson gives longtime readers a dose of nostalgia with the return of a forgotten member of the Justice League, best remembered for his time spent in the league of the early ’90s and the “Task Force” iteration of the team. Details and additions like this highlight how much Johnson knows and respects both classic characters and the interesting additions he has made to the book, such as the introduction of the Super-Twins.
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