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Superman Post-Crisis #13
Superman: Eradication
One of Superman's greatest foes, the Eradicator, transforms the Man of Steel into a brutal, emotionless monster over the course of these seven stories. Along the way, Superman must also battle Lobo, Maxima and Draaga. This storyline foreshadowed events in The Death of Superman graphic novel.
Action Comics #651-652, Adventures of Superman #460, 464-465 and Superman #41-42 -- written by Roger Stern, Dan Jurgens, and Jerry Ordway; and illustrated by George Perez, Kerry Gammill, Brett Breeding, Jerry Ordway, Dennis Janke, Dan Jurgens, Art Thibert, and Andy Kubert.
Action Comics #651-652, Adventures of Superman #460, 464-465 and Superman #41-42 -- written by Roger Stern, Dan Jurgens, and Jerry Ordway; and illustrated by George Perez, Kerry Gammill, Brett Breeding, Jerry Ordway, Dennis Janke, Dan Jurgens, Art Thibert, and Andy Kubert.
160 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 1990
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Dan Jurgens
2,245 books285 followersDan Jurgens is an American comic book writer and artist. He is known for his work on the DC comic book storyline "The Death of Superman" and for creating characters such as Doomsday, Hank Henshaw, and Booster Gold. Jurgens had a lengthy run on the Superman comic books including The Adventures of Superman, Superman vol. 2 and Action Comics. At Marvel, Jurgens worked on series such as Captain America, The Sensational Spider-Man and was the writer on Thor for six years. He also had a brief run as writer and artist on Solar for Valiant Comics in 1995.
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July 15, 2016
Fun reading, and some useful background about an important figure in the Superman mythology.
But, this has the same problem that Batman: Second Chances had, in that this slim collection seems somehow "incomplete", and almost like the issues included were picked somewhat at random.
But, this has the same problem that Batman: Second Chances had, in that this slim collection seems somehow "incomplete", and almost like the issues included were picked somewhat at random.
June 1, 2019
The more you learn about the Eradicator, the less interesting it us
October 17, 2023
This one gets a little rough because readers will know what's happening almost immediately, but it takes Superman the entire volume to put it all together. We're entering the era of decompressed storytelling: What if we took something that would be one, maybe two issues in the past, and make it a 5-issue arc! That's half a year of comics!
The ending was good, though, and almost made up for the whole affair. ALMOST.
Also, I think I can see why I wasn't so into DC comics back in the day. Trades like this were not all that well thought out. There's a Lobo story in here that, while fun, has nothing to do with the Eradicator storyline and doesn't really need to be in here. There's a very jarring transition between issue one and two, and my suspicion is there's some other crossover event or something that happened between the two (not sure, but it's got that vibe).
But, hey, Lobo! I love Lobo unabashedly. I know he's supposed to be kind of a joke, a reaction to the "extreme" era of characters, but I don't care. An indestructible alien who is kind of a biker asshole? Very fun.
The ending was good, though, and almost made up for the whole affair. ALMOST.
Also, I think I can see why I wasn't so into DC comics back in the day. Trades like this were not all that well thought out. There's a Lobo story in here that, while fun, has nothing to do with the Eradicator storyline and doesn't really need to be in here. There's a very jarring transition between issue one and two, and my suspicion is there's some other crossover event or something that happened between the two (not sure, but it's got that vibe).
But, hey, Lobo! I love Lobo unabashedly. I know he's supposed to be kind of a joke, a reaction to the "extreme" era of characters, but I don't care. An indestructible alien who is kind of a biker asshole? Very fun.
October 22, 2020
It pains me to have to write a negative review, since I pretty much love this era of the Superman titles, but this compilation is BAD.
The Eradicator story, and mentioned in the text page, was far more complex than what is shown here, but on top of that we only get bits and pieces of this, something very unlikely in DC collections these days. Not even the covers are featured.
The complex, serialized nature of the Triangle Era (although this is shortly before that) Superman titles is benefited from longer, more comprehensive long-form collections.
The story itself, about Superman and his humanity, is a good one, but again, we only get a glimpse, and some details (such as what actually transpires at Newstime) don't really make any sense without context.
Great art by everyone involved, though.
The Eradicator story, and mentioned in the text page, was far more complex than what is shown here, but on top of that we only get bits and pieces of this, something very unlikely in DC collections these days. Not even the covers are featured.
The complex, serialized nature of the Triangle Era (although this is shortly before that) Superman titles is benefited from longer, more comprehensive long-form collections.
The story itself, about Superman and his humanity, is a good one, but again, we only get a glimpse, and some details (such as what actually transpires at Newstime) don't really make any sense without context.
Great art by everyone involved, though.
March 4, 2018
A bridge between a lot of Superman stories - a key piece of the Triangle Era puzzle. Having met the Cleric (in Superman: Exile) and received the Eradicator, Superman is possessed by the Kryptonian artifact, which systematically strives to erase any earthbound aspect of its host. Instantly recognizable as late 80s/early 90s Superman, with the continuity between titles that was the hallmark of that era - it paves the way for stories like "The Return of the Krypton Man" and "The Reign of the Supermen." The early moment of Superman's possession is a little confusing, as I wasn't sure if he'd been replaced by a doppelgänger or if he was already all better. Other than that, a solid moment for Superman to embrace his human heritage.
October 17, 2020
Such a bizarre old school Superman tale. A relic from Krypton's past becomes sentient (I guess) and affects Clark's mind. Throw in three fights with three different aliens for no reason and that's your book. There is some really good classic art from the likes of Dan Jurgens, George Perez, and Jerry Ordway but an incredibly stiff story that doesn't hold up well doesn't do the artists any favors.
June 19, 2018
Very cool. I first read about the Eradicator during the Return of Superman angle and didn't completely understand it.
Basically the original version of the planet Krypton with its Buck Rogersy style utopia is transformed into a cold Vulcan-like planet with a bit of a cruel streak to it. To know that this version of Krypton created an object that protected this culture was amazing and as the story proves, kind of scary.
Superman tangles with Lobo while being a little skittish about the Fortress the Eradicator created. He learns the truth about Maxima, which basically has become iconic. I have to say, despite being a despot, I REALLY would consider being the groom to a smoking hot redhead warrior queen.
The creepy acceptance of the Krypton Man, which is a pretty cool costume by the way. Leading to the eventual battle was neat.
All in all a great story. Needed a little more polish. But I have to admit these early Post-Crisis stories were great. B+
Basically the original version of the planet Krypton with its Buck Rogersy style utopia is transformed into a cold Vulcan-like planet with a bit of a cruel streak to it. To know that this version of Krypton created an object that protected this culture was amazing and as the story proves, kind of scary.
Superman tangles with Lobo while being a little skittish about the Fortress the Eradicator created. He learns the truth about Maxima, which basically has become iconic. I have to say, despite being a despot, I REALLY would consider being the groom to a smoking hot redhead warrior queen.
The creepy acceptance of the Krypton Man, which is a pretty cool costume by the way. Leading to the eventual battle was neat.
All in all a great story. Needed a little more polish. But I have to admit these early Post-Crisis stories were great. B+
December 23, 2012
Interesting follow from the Exile arc, and expanding and developing the Eradicator themes.
The Superman / Clark in this arc is not who you are used to seeing, and it is an interesting exploration of what could have been.
The Superman / Clark in this arc is not who you are used to seeing, and it is an interesting exploration of what could have been.
December 17, 2015
Really cool book, and interesting, never knew what the Eradicator really was, so it was fun. Also, added bonus, part 4 of this story was the first Superman book I read in my life, so it was cool finishing that story like 20 years later, did not dissapoint.
April 26, 2012
Yet another "Superman has his mind taken over" books. This tune really gets old after awhile.
October 11, 2012
Pretty good Superman tale. The Eradicator is an interesting villian, and its alway nice to branch out from Lex and the Daily Planet. Minus one star for the inclusion of Lobo.
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