War on the Horizon
Superman Annual #1 marks the beginning of Scott Lobdell's era as a writer. Boy, is this a beginning.
In this issue, Superman is just minding his own business, when all of a sudden, Helspont descends upon on Earth. As they have an encounter, Helspont reveals truths Superman cannot even begin to imagine. The Daemonites' true influence on Earth is revealed, Helspont's past comes to light, and everyone will be in the fight of their lives.
The problem I had with this issue is that so much action is going on that it might take you a while, and a few re-readings, to understand the plot.
A good side for the issue is that it sets up a challenge so big that not only Superman, but everyone on Earth has their hands full. This even might be a prelude to Superman's darkest hour. Sure, Superman had darkest hours before (his deaths, the Brainiac attack, the Earth-New Krypton war), but this one can be exciting as others were.
I hope Scott Lobdell can deliver the promise he made with this issue.
Review concluded. Good reading!
