by Matt Sernaker, Editor-In-Chief
The shocking history of Krypton stands revealed! This version of Kal-El’s journey adds another incredible twist, leaving fans anxious for more. Get ready because Absolute Superman #5 will shake things up even more than we expected! Minor spoilers ahead for this one…
Official Synopsis:
BRACE YOURSELF FOR A HEARTBREAKING TALE OF THE FINAL FATE OF KRYPTON! Kal-El’s life with his parents in the rural Redlands of Krypton is a happy one. But when that entire existence is suddenly threatened, the Els have no choice but to make a stand… and fight for the truth!
Creative Team:
Writer: Jason Aaron
Artist: Rafa Sandoval
Colorist: Ulises Arreola
Letter: Becca Carey
The Superman mythology receives an EPIC change thanks to the incredible creative team of Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval, Ulises Arreola, and Becca Carey. Since the launch of this universe, we’ve been teased with the fate of Krypton, and now readers will finally get answers. Thanks to Kal-El’s efforts, the truth about the elite’ of their planet ‘s actions has been shared with their world, and nothing will ever be the same. The Els rush against the clock to help as many people as possible to escape death, but it seems that destiny has specific plans for our hero…
We won’t reveal the massive twist ending, but there’s no way to read this book and not be on the edge of your seat the entire time. This chapter in particular was worth the wait, and the suspenseful build was crafted to absolute perfection. One of the final panels will pull at your heartstrings, helping to solidify this chapter as my favorite thus far. Absolute Superman has been a consistently impressive read, and the dynamic twists on the Man of Steel’s mythos continue to bring me back for more.
Rating: 
ComicsOnline gives Absolute Superman #5 – 5 out of 5 impressive reimaginings.
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