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Characterization labels used: heroic ideal, humanized superhero, hopeful hero, determined hero, altruistic hero, self-sacrificing, morally conflicted, vulnerable protagonist, iconic hero, character study, do-gooder

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Cover of The Death and Life of Superman by Roger Stern

The Death and Life of Superman

Roger Stern · 1994

A prose retelling of Superman’s death, mourning, and return, with flashbacks, impostors, and an ensemble of allies.

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Characterization labels: iconic hero · idealistic hero · self-sacrificing hero · public figure · supporting-cast heavy · ensemble cast · supporting character depth · character introspection · multiple Supermen · villain mystery · loyal allies · incarnations of hero · morally upright protagonist

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Distance: 0.1356

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Cover of All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison

All-Star Superman

Grant Morrison · 2011 · All-Star Superman

A dying Superman races through a dozen final labors, confronting legacy, love, and his greatest enemy.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: altruistic hero · humanized Superman · godlike hero · scientist hero · reluctant mortality · humble · selfless · dynamic Superman · menacing villain · petty villain · problematic Lois Lane · quirky sidekick · loyal friend · character-driven

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Distance: 0.1668

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Cover of The Warlord of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs

The Warlord of Mars

Edgar Rice Burroughs · 1963 · Barsoom

John Carter races across Mars to rescue Dejah Thoris, facing kidnappers, rival powers, and a final battle at the pole.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: superhuman hero · warrior hero · romantic hero · impulsive protagonist · lucky protagonist · honorable hero · mythic figure · damsel in distress · prisoner heroine · redeemable villain · evil cult leader · faithful companion · martial society

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Distance: 0.1711

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Cover of Invincible, Vol. 22: Reboot? by Robert Kirkman

Invincible, Vol. 22: Reboot?

Robert Kirkman · 2016 · Invincible

A superhero is sent back to his own past and forced to choose between changing history or keeping the life he built.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: superhero protagonist · father · mother · daughter · brother relationship · selfless hero · burdened protagonist · vulnerable hero · moral choice

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Distance: 0.1822

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Cover of Superman Unchained by Scott Snyder

Superman Unchained

Scott Snyder, Scott Wiliams, Alex Sinclair · 2014 · Superman Unchained

Superman faces a hidden alien rival, government conspiracies, and a cyber-terror plot in a self-contained New 52 epic.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: idealistic hero · optimistic hero · more aggressive Superman · vulnerable hero · smart Superman · strong Lois Lane · capable Lois Lane · scheming Lex Luthor · military loyalist · frenemy foe · comic relief Batman · supporting cast prominence

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Distance: 0.1830

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Cover of Superman: Earth One, Volume 3 by J. Michael Straczynski

Superman: Earth One, Volume 3

J. Michael Straczynski · 2015 · Superman: Earth One

Superman faces world distrust, a dangerous Kryptonian rival, and a twisted Luthor scheme in this alternate-universe finale.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: young hero · naive hero · vulnerable hero · brooding hero · humanized hero · moral center · manipulative villain · power-hungry villain · politically savvy villain · alternate Luthor · alternate Zod · supportive mother · intelligent partner

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Distance: 0.1850

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Cover of Invincible, Vol. 10: Who's the Boss? by Robert Kirkman

Invincible, Vol. 10: Who's the Boss?

Robert Kirkman · 2009 · Invincible

Mark’s allegiance to his superhero employers shatters as hidden agendas, family tensions, and a dangerous new sidekick upend everything.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: idealistic hero · morally conflicted · naive protagonist · mentor figure · antihero ethics · child sidekick · foil · unstable ally · changing loyalties

Semantic match: ranked by characterization

Distance: 0.1887

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Cover of All-Star Superman, Vol. 2 by Grant Morrison

All-Star Superman, Vol. 2

Grant Morrison · 2009 · All-Star Superman

Superman faces his own mortality while completing a series of mythic final challenges against bizarre cosmic threats.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: optimistic hero · selfless hero · humanistic hero · noble hero · scientific hero · iconic figure · larger than life · vulnerable hero · wise hero · caring protagonist · arrogant villain · narcissistic villain · weird double · supporting cast

Semantic match: ranked by characterization

Distance: 0.1895

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Cover of Superman: The Final Days of Superman by Peter J. Tomasi

Superman: The Final Days of Superman

Peter J. Tomasi · 2016 · Superman (2011)

A dying Superman says goodbye to his loved ones while facing imposters and a final battle that bridges into Rebirth.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: falling hero · sentimental hero · self-sacrificing · optimistic hero · stoic hero · legacy-minded · heroic friend · imposter · psychotic villain · family man · supportive allies · multiverse counterpart

Semantic match: ranked by characterization

Distance: 0.1938

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