Superman: The Man of Steel #18 (1992)
Superman: The Man of Steel #18 (1992)
DC Comics | December 1992 | Direct Edition
This issue marks the first full appearance of Doomsday, the monstrous villain who would go on to kill Superman in the landmark Death of Superman storyline. A foundational key in modern DC history, it’s highly sought after by collectors and fans of 1990s comic milestones.
Superman: The Man of Steel #18 (1992)
DC Comics | December 1992 | Direct Edition
This issue marks the first full appearance of Doomsday, the monstrous villain who would go on to kill Superman in the landmark Death of Superman storyline. A foundational key in modern DC history, it’s highly sought after by collectors and fans of 1990s comic milestones.
Superman: The Man of Steel #18 (1992)
DC Comics | December 1992 | Direct Edition
This issue marks the first full appearance of Doomsday, the monstrous villain who would go on to kill Superman in the landmark Death of Superman storyline. A foundational key in modern DC history, it’s highly sought after by collectors and fans of 1990s comic milestones.
A pivotal event is coming in the Man of Steel's life as Doomsday arrives...and Superman would be best served to stay out of the way!
Superman: The Man of Steel #18
🔑 Key Features:
Publisher: DC Comics
Release Date: December 1992
Format: First full appearance of Doomsday; Prelude to "The Death of Superman"
Writer: Louise Simonson
Penciller: Jon Bogdanove
Inker: Dennis Janke
Cover Artist: Jon Bogdanove & Dennis Janke
Significance: First full appearance of Doomsday (credited as such by CGC & CBCS)
Continuity Note: Story continues directly into Superman #74 and builds toward Superman #75 (Death of Superman)
📖 Story Overview:
A mysterious, rage-filled creature known only as Doomsday begins a destructive path of chaos — punching his way out of containment and heading toward Metropolis. The Justice League soon realizes they may not be enough to stop him. This issue kicks off the most iconic Superman storyline of the 1990s and lays the groundwork for the shocking events to come in Superman #75.
