In 2025, Superman has seized an unprecedented spotlight among superheroes that DC Comics has been building towards since the start of the year. The Man of Steel has been garnering praise from both critics and audiences, prompting DC Comics to make Superman-centric comics a key component of their publishing lineup. This is an attempt to offer a diverse selection of Superman stories for moviegoers who choose to delve into them. One such title is “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” #1, penned by the creative duo behind the “Ice Cream Man,” W. Maxwell Prince and Martin Morazzo. This comic exudes a distinctive feel reminiscent of “All-Star Superman,” and the first issue effectively delivers an engaging narrative with some captivating moments.
In “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” #1, Superman discovers a meteorite containing various forms of fresh Kryptonite and brings it to Earth for examination. This catches the eye of Lex Luthor. Kryptonite is a crucial element in the story of Superman, with each color affecting him differently. Recently, DC Comics has been emphasizing Kryptonite in Superman stories, and “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” continues this trend. The comic unveils four new types of Kryptonite, and this issue demonstrates the effects of two on Superman.
Purple and Cobalt Kryptonite Are Very Different From Other Types of Kryptonite
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Superman has historically been vulnerable to a substance called Kryptonite, which was initially featured in the Superman radio series and later in comics. Various adversaries of Superman have exploited this weakness to gain an edge against him. There’s always something ironic about Kryptonite; it comes from the remnants of Superman’s home planet, a place that should have been his sanctuary, yet it has become a lethal threat to him. The first issue of “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” presents four new types of this mineral: Purple, Cobalt, Speckled, and Rainbow. Superman enlists Batman’s help to test these new forms of Kryptonite, as he anticipates that he may encounter them again in the future. Batman is one of the few individuals whom Superman trusts with Kryptonite, as evidenced by his willingness to let Batman carry Green Kryptonite and Batman’s efforts to dissuade him from doing so due to potential instant lethal or damaging effects. However, Superman remains resolute in his decision, and the duo proceeds with the test. In the end, Superman is exposed to Purple K radiation.
Initially, Superman appears unaffected by any harmful physical impacts, but there’s a shift. In the comic panels, Superman’s speech bubbles turn purple, suggesting he’s discussing things not visible on the page. Before they can decipher the situation fully, an urgent call from Metropolis arrives. Lex Luthor, who has learned about new types of Kryptonite and desires it, sends Solomon Grundy to attack the city to divert Superman’s attention. This is when the effects of Purple Kryptonite become increasingly evident. The narrative flow becomes disorganized, with events occurring seemingly out of sequence. The Purple K affects Superman’s perception of time, causing him to move around in time during his fight with Grundy. He manages to save a child despite his confused sense of time, and ultimately defeats Grundy after Batman is wounded in the battle.
Title #1 of “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” demonstrates an exceptional use of panel arrangement to control the pace of time, a feat challenging in other forms of media. In contrast to being dangerous, Purple K is more aggravating for Superman as he quickly overcomes its influence during battle. By the story’s end, both Superman and Batman retreat to the Fortress of Solitude where it is revealed that one of Superman’s visions of dinner with Lois has already taken place, indicating that Purple K can manipulate Superman’s recollections of both past and future events. Toward the issue’s close, a sneak peek of the future suggests that Cobalt K could cause Superman to grow, though at this stage it remains unclear if this is its only ability.
These New Types of Kryptonite Don’t Seem as Dangerous as Other Kinds
The comic book “Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum” evokes the spirit of the Silver Age, where various shades of Kryptonite had drastically distinct impacts on Superman. In those exciting times past, Green Kryptonite would be lethal to him and Gold Kryptonite would strip him of his powers, but now, it appears that these new colors are less harmful than those two. However, we’ve only received a full explanation for one color and a hint about the other so far.
Among all types of Kryptonite, the Purple variety stands out as particularly intriguing. It’s unique because it offers some advantageous applications for Superman; he can use it to foresee the future, albeit just for a day or two. Yet, it can also disrupt his perception during combat, and if he’s exposed to it excessively, its impact might become permanent. Cobalt Kryptonite is another intriguing type we’ve caught glimpses of; it won’t cause Superman to grow in size as seen in the Silver Age. We’ll have to read the next issue to fully understand its capabilities.
Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #1 is on sale now.
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