DC Comics – Adventures of Superman Annual #5 (Bloodlines: Earthplague, 1993)
Part of DC’s Bloodlines crossover event, this Adventures of Superman Annual #5 introduces Sparx, a metahuman who joins Superman in the fight against parasitic alien invaders during the Earthplague saga. Written by Karl Kesel with artwork by Tom Grummett, Bill Hannigan, and Doug Pepoy, this issue combines 1990s sci-fi horror with the heroic tone of the Superman mythos.
The cover captures the intensity of the crossover — Superman battling monstrous creatures in a high-energy splash of color and chaos — emblematic of the early ’90s DC aesthetic. A nostalgic and collectible issue for fans of Superman and DC’s crossover history.
This copy is in very fine/near mint (VF/NM) condition, bagged and boarded, with bright color, sharp corners, and minimal handling wear.
Details:
- Material: Paper comic (bagged and boarded)
- Hardware: None
- Features: 1993 Annual; “Bloodlines: Earthplague” crossover; story by Karl Kesel; art by Tom Grummett, Hannigan & Pepoy
- Dimensions: Standard comic size (approx. 6.6” x 10.25”)
- Weight: 1 lb
- Condition: Very Fine/Near Mint (VF/NM); light age toning, otherwise excellent
- HS Code: 4902.99.0000
- Country of Origin: United States