Superman/Batman is a monthly American comic book series published by DC Comics that launched in August 2003. Written initially by Jeph Loeb with art by Ed McGuinness and later Michael Turner, the series revived the tradition of team-up stories between DC's two flagship heroes that had previously been the domain of World's Finest Comics. The series is notable for its dual-narrator technique, presenting the internal monologues of both Superman and Batman simultaneously, often revealing their contrasting perspectives on the same events.
The series explores the complex friendship and occasional rivalry between the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight. While earlier eras depicted them as close friends, the modern dynamic established in the 1980s introduced more tension and philosophical differences between the two heroes. Superman/Batman embraced this nuanced relationship, showing how their different approaches to justice complement each other despite their disagreements.
One of the most celebrated story arcs from the series is "The Supergirl from Krypton," which ran in issues #8-13. Written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by the late Michael Turner, this storyline reintroduced Kara Zor-El, Superman's cousin, into DC Comics continuity after her character had been absent for nearly two decades. The arc features Batman's characteristic suspicion of the newly arrived Kryptonian, Darkseid's obsession with obtaining her as a new Female Fury, and Wonder Woman's mentorship of the young heroine.
The series ran for 87 issues before concluding in 2011, spanning multiple creative teams and story arcs that ranged from cosmic adventures to intimate character studies. Its legacy includes not only the reintroduction of Supergirl but also several animated film adaptations that brought its distinctive visual style and character dynamics to the screen.
