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If you ask anySupermanfan about the Man of Steel ’s greatest weakness , they ’ll likely list Kryptonite , red sun energy , and magic without hesitation . However , DC has just set the record straight on Kryptonian vulnerabilities , discover that legerdemain is n’t actually one of Clark ’s weaknesses , and they make a fairly self-coloured case .
Dan Slott , the author behindSuperman Unlimited , recently sat down with AIPT Comics to discuss his and artist Rafael Albuquerque ’s approaching serial and theSummer of Supermaninitiative as a whole .
During the audience , the issue of Superman ’s weaknesses came up , with Slott setting the phonograph record straight , clarify that the Man of Steel has only three true vulnerabilities : Kryptonite , crimson sun vigour , and his spunk . Some may be surprised to see conjuration missing from this list , as it has undeniably affected Superman in the past . However , Slott ’s reasoning for why thaumaturgy is n’t truly a weakness is solid .
Magic Is NOT a Superman Weakness (& Here’s Why)
Cover D Steve Beach Variant forSuperman Unlimited#2 (2025)
After name Superman ’s three true weaknesses ( Kryptonite , ruddy sun energy , and his heart),Slott explained why magic trick does n’t make the cut:“Everyone ’s vulnerable to magic . ”This logical thinking is simple yet compelling . After all , if a violence affects everyone as , can it really be considered a unique weakness ? That would be like calling oxygen , water , and food a weakness for Batman . Yes , he needs them to survive , but so does 99.9999 % of all other heroes . With that logic in mind , fans may find it reasonable to confess that legerdemain is n’t a Superman - specific weakness .
Of naturally , some characters are better equip to treat magic , such as Doctor Fate , Zatanna , Doctor Occult , and John Constantine . However , their technique with magic speaks more to their own abilities than to any supposed inadequacy in Superman . Just because they stand out in navigating magical forces does n’t entail Superman is especially bad at dealing with them . In other words , saying“Superman is vulnerable to magic”misrepresents what a true helplessness is . As Slott manoeuver out , magic is a universal scourge , not a unique liability for Superman , unlike Kryptonite , which genuinely weakens him in a way of life it does n’t regard others .
Among the most anticipated title is Superman Unlimited , which will usher in major changes to the Daily Planet that will ruffle across all DC titles .
Superman Has 3 Weaknesses: Kryptonite, Red Sun Energy, and His Heart
Main Cover by Rafael Albuquerque forSuperman Unlimited#1 (2025)
While most lover would readily heel Kryptonite and ruby-red Dominicus energy among Superman ’s weaknesses , some may overlook his heart . There ’s no denying that one of the Man of Steel ’s greatest moral excellence is his rich compassion and lovemaking for humanity , as well as his family and Quaker . However , this sexual morality is also his greatest weakness , because even the weakest enemy can bring Superman to his knees if they target those he love . ThisSupermanvulnerability has been exploited meter and fourth dimension again in unnumberable stories , making it a far more touchable and naturalistic helplessness than magic .
One of the releases in this enterprisingness is the Summer of Superman Special , which promises to careen the spotlight to a making love interest other than Lois .
Source : AIPT Comics
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