Waller has the powerless heroes of the DC Universe on the ropes! Can the powerless Superman and Zatanna find the mystical map to the Dark Roads in time to get some major back-up?! Lex Luthor, Lois Lane, Mercy, Jimmy, and Silver Banshee are on the run from the superpowered Amazos but find themselves pulled into a battle for the soul of Metropolis! Don’t miss the shocking cliffhanger that impacts the future of the Superman titles!
Superman #18 (2024) makes peace with a famous weakness. The art style fits the mystical nature of the book beautifully, making it as uncomfortable a journey as possible. Read Full Review
Superman's Absolute Power tie-in continues to be a shining example of what a tie-in and a team-up should be, and deserves all the praise. Read Full Review
This continues to be one of the most consistent books at DC, and if Williamson had to pick one book to keep, I'm glad this is the one. Read Full Review
What I will say is impressive about this series so far is the way that each of these separate comic series tie in and expand on the entire Absolute Power story arc so far. Whilst you aren't required to read all of the tie ins, I actually want to as they really do elaborate on the reasoning behind our heroes and villains decisions. Though as mentioned previously, my only criticism is the order in which they are released. Read Full Review
Theres sympathy for a hero, but no devil as the struggles hit a definitive stop for Superman in this chapter. Williamson weaves a debate about magic through conflict with his excellent writing. Campbell continues to impress with the high level imagery. This one will have fans excited as the Man of Steel heads back into the fight for Absolute Power! Read Full Review
With stunning artwork, strong characterization, and a compelling narrative, Superman #18 is a must-read for those following the Absolute Power summer event. Superman takes a chance on magic and faces his fears to save his friends and the ones he loves. Read Full Review
Superman #18 is a solid cap on the Absolute Power tie-in - and more proof that DC needs a Zatanna ongoing series. Read Full Review
Off to the end of Absolute Power. I liked this issue but it seemed like none of this mini-storyline of the Mordru Map in the end seemed to matter. A still powerless Superman is on Earth to fight Amanda Waller. No complaints with the art or the character moments at all. Read Full Review
Superman #18 concludes Superman's magical adventure with Zatanna and continues the fight for Absolute Power. Joshua Williamson does his darndest to pull out every trick and shiny spoon to make the issue look cool, but the story essentially ended after page five, so everything afterward is a chaotic waste of page space. Read Full Review
Superman #18 is not a bad issue, but it's neither essential for the ongoing Absolute Power crossover nor is it accessible as a standalone story. As a result, while it avoids any offensive missteps, it also fails to rise to greatness. Read Full Review
I enjoy seeing Superman and Zatanna together, but nothing really happens in this issue. They follow the map, only to emerge at the remnants fo the Fortress of Solitude where Lois just happens to be waiting for them, but nothing is really accomplished. I felt like I had wasted my time reading it.
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