DC Comics has announced the launch of a thrilling new monthly series, *Superman Unlimited*, set to debut in May 2025. This series marks the return of acclaimed writer Dan Slott to the DC universe after a long stint as a Marvel exclusive. Known for his impactful work on titles such as *The Amazing Spider-Man*, *She-Hulk*, and *Fantastic Four*, Slott is bringing his storytelling prowess back to DC, where he previously contributed to *Arkham Asylum: Living Hell* and *Batman Adventures*.
Collaborating with Slott on *Superman Unlimited* are artist Rafael Albuquerque, known for his work on *American Vampire*, and colorist Marcelo Maiolo. Slott expressed his excitement about the project, saying, “He’s the first and the greatest superhero of all-time, and I’ve been waiting my whole life to tell stories about him. Not just because of all the amazing powers he has, but because of who he is inside. Rafael Albuquerque and I are going to take him—and you—to places you’ll want to escape to every month. Millions of surprising ideas for Superman, Lois, the supporting cast, classic rogues, and all-new friends and foes too. If you’ve never read a Superman book, a DC book, or any comic book before—or if you’ve been a Superman fan your entire life—you couldn’t ask for a better place to take the leap and go all in than *Superman Unlimited #1*.”
The series introduces a new and perilous status quo for the Man of Steel. Following a Kryptonite asteroid's impact on Earth, Superman faces unprecedented challenges as enemies like Intergang arm themselves with Kryptonite-powered weapons. This forces Superman to innovate with new technology and crime-fighting strategies to combat the emerging threats. Concurrently, Clark Kent navigates a transformed Daily Planet, now a global multimedia conglomerate after merging with Morgan Edge's Galaxy Communications.
DC group editor Paul Kaminski likened *Superman Unlimited* to the impact of *Superman/Batman* by Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness in the early 2000s. He stated, “*Superman Unlimited* adds to the foundation of DC’s Superman comics in the same way Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness’s *Superman/Batman* did in the early 2000s. *Superman Unlimited* will capture the big, fun, high-flying adventures that Superman is known for, while also providing big moments for DC’s Superman-related comics with the introduction of a massive new Kryptonite deposit. Imagine a world where Superman is stopping a bank robbery, but every weapon is packed with Kryptonite ammunition and every petty criminal carries a Kryptonite shiv. This is a world of unlimited danger on a level that Superman, and DC’s Superman family of characters, has never faced before.”
Kaminski also highlighted the contrast between *Superman Unlimited* and the recently launched *Justice League Unlimited*, noting, “We just launched *Justice League Unlimited* in the fall, and Mark Waid and Dan Mora are telling a tale of unlimited Super Heroes in that ongoing series. In contrast, Slott and Albuquerque’s *Superman Unlimited* is a tale of unlimited Super-Villains that are super-charged by Kryptonite. Green K is everywhere. Superman is going to need to get to work and adapt to survive. Every line of Dan’s pitch is packed with surprises and every line Rafa draws is stunning… 2025 is truly going to be Superman UNLIMITED.”
The journey into *Superman Unlimited* begins with a 10-page prelude story in *DC All In 2025 FCBD Special Edition #1*, set to release on May 3, 2025. The first issue, *Superman Unlimited #1*, will follow on May 21, just ahead of the July 11 release of James Gunn's *Superman* film.
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