COMICS: Superman WILL Be Single In DC Relaunch; Other Big Changes Revealed!

COMICS: Superman WILL Be Single In DC Relaunch; Other Big Changes Revealed!

In the new DC Universe, there are some huge changes in store for the Man of Steel including a far bigger focus on his Kryptonian heritage, no Pa and Ma Kent, a single Clark Kent and a Lois Lane with a new boyfriend as well as much more...

By JoshWilding - Jul 18, 2011 08:07 AM EST
Filed Under: DC Comics
Source: Newsarama

While we already knew that there would be some changes in store for Superman this coming September, I don't think anyone could of possibly have guessed just how many there would be! Firstly, here is an excerpt from an exclusive reveal over at TMZ:

Sources at DC Comics tell us...there are some HUGE developments...including the fact that Lois and Clark are NOT together. In fact, we're told Lois has a new boyfriend.


All sounds a bit Superman Returns, eh? Well, that isn't really too shocking as there have been rumblings about a single Supes for a while now. On the other hand, some of this information courtesy of Newsarama is:

Additionally, Superman's alien origins will be emphasized in a big way, with the character described as "more Kal-El from the planet Krypton than Clark Kent from Kansas." Superman's deep connection to his Kryptonian heritage also explains his new costume, as seen on the cover of Superman #1. It's "ceremonial armor" from his home planet, with the traditional red trunks abandoned.

Perhaps part of the reason Superman's embracing his alien nature is the loss of his adopted parents. Jonathan and Martha Kent are both dead in DC's post-Flashpoint continuity, a pronounced change from the recent past, and a return to the pre-Crisis on Infinite Earths status quo in that regard.


There's also talk of a different status quo at 'The Daily Planet' and a brand new powerful villain who will be facing off against the iconic DC superhero this coming September. What do you guys think about all these drastic changes? Be sure to share your thoughts in the usual place!




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AlReg
AlReg - 7/18/2011, 8:38 AM
I agree with so many aspects of the revamp and Superman in particular but the one idea I think is a bad direction is not keeping Lois and Superman together. As shown in Superman Returns it makes things worse.
Superspecialawesomeguy
Superspecialawesomeguy - 7/18/2011, 8:42 AM
Ma and pa kent are dead? *teardrops down cheek*

Everything else was pretty much what I expected from the relaunch; maybe this way supes can go flying round the cosmos banging hot alien chicks or even wonder woman! XD
Superspecialawesomeguy
Superspecialawesomeguy - 7/18/2011, 8:43 AM
Ma and pa kent are dead? *teardrops down cheek*

Everything else was pretty much what I expected from the relaunch; maybe this way supes can go flying round the cosmos banging hot alien chicks or even wonder woman! XD
Checkmate
Checkmate - 7/18/2011, 8:49 AM
Lois and Clark should definitely flirt and have some interactions. I don't see why Ma Kent had to be killed off, she was a good character for when Superman or Superboy needed some support.
ICStoopedPeople
ICStoopedPeople - 7/18/2011, 8:55 AM
Not caring for many of these changes, but not really much of a DC fan though (beyond the big three). I like the costume changes (those underwear on the outside always looked stupid to me), but these other things... no thanks.
drellik
drellik - 7/18/2011, 9:04 AM
stepping away from the classic American Superman and diversifying into a more global character, able to relate to a larger demographic. i get it. i just don't want to get it.
drellik
drellik - 7/18/2011, 9:05 AM
stepping away from the classic American Superman and diversifying into a more global character, able to relate to a larger demographic. i get it. i just don't want to get it.
ellispart3
ellispart3 - 7/18/2011, 9:08 AM
Bold move..i was alittle worried with this relaunch or revamp or retelling or whatever dc wants to call this..but the getting back to basics idea with superman is awesome. we are getting a retelling of golden age superman in modern times..less kent, more lone superhero. i'm all for it.
ellispart3
ellispart3 - 7/18/2011, 9:09 AM
Bold move..i was alittle worried with this relaunch or revamp or retelling or whatever dc wants to call this..but the getting back to basics idea with superman is awesome. we are getting a retelling of golden age superman in modern times..less kent, more lone superhero. i'm all for it.
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:09 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:10 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:10 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:10 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:11 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
catman
catman - 7/18/2011, 9:11 AM
They re telling the story back from the start again so yeah I look at as another version of the supes story in that he and Lois dont have a thing for each other and a hot girl like Lois could have a BF.. Thats fine! The Kents have got to die sometime.. (for the sake of my sanity I see this as the superman story going on to new things not a full reboot) the kents are far too iconic to say they never existed) That idea is laughable. So they died..sad but we all have to die sometime... but please for the love of god dont make the above picture the new suit.. I do not want to see that suit in future shows, cartoons and films.. No f-king way!!! If you wanna make superman more alien just remember its his personality what makes him what he is not his powers... dont f-k this up DC.. How did he get to earth and who rasied him then? Was krypton ok after all? Why did he come to earth? Does he not have his american values anymore? DC!!! Leave superman alone!! Hes too iconic.. more then youre ever be!!!
DCdomination666
DCdomination666 - 7/18/2011, 9:14 AM
im getting 37 of dc reboot titles and i assume that Action Comics and Superman wont be going into the superman returns direction. ( then again i fear that (maybe) it will. )
shortcut
shortcut - 7/18/2011, 9:18 AM
In the case of Superman at least, is this DC making a few changes now so they don't have to rush it in the event that the legal issue with Supe's creators heirs doesn't go exactly the way they want it to in the future?
shortcut
shortcut - 7/18/2011, 9:18 AM
In the case of Superman at least, is this DC making a few changes now so they don't have to rush it in the event that the legal issue with Supe's creators heirs doesn't go exactly the way they want it to in the future?
Herosave
Herosave - 7/18/2011, 9:23 AM
Well I guess that lawsuit going on over Superman's rights seems to be taking it's toll....
TheDukeofMadmen
TheDukeofMadmen - 7/18/2011, 9:27 AM
This makes me want to drink more then I already do.....I'm not looking forward to this relaunch at all.

I need me my bottle of whisky.
TheDukeofMadmen
TheDukeofMadmen - 7/18/2011, 9:28 AM
This makes me want to drink more then I already do.....I'm not looking forward to this relaunch at all.

I need me my bottle of whisky.
TheDukeofMadmen
TheDukeofMadmen - 7/18/2011, 9:28 AM
This makes me want to drink more then I already do.....I'm not looking forward to this relaunch at all.

I need me my bottle of whisky.
TheDukeofMadmen
TheDukeofMadmen - 7/18/2011, 9:29 AM
This makes me want to drink more then I already do.....I'm not looking forward to this relaunch at all.

I need me my bottle of whisky.
Show4God1
Show4God1 - 7/18/2011, 9:30 AM
I think not having Ma and Pa Kent is a bad idea. They give him his..."Humanity". While I understand the idea of having it focus more on his Kryptonian heritage, I still think its a good idea to have them there to help give him a firm foundation.

Also, no Lois is bad too. I think she helps him grounded.

the more i read/hear, the more i worry!
THEDARKKNIGHT1939
THEDARKKNIGHT1939 - 7/18/2011, 9:31 AM
wtf are they doing?!
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