Superior #5 (2011) - Icon/Marvel Comic - VF

Superior #5 (2011) - Icon/Marvel Comic - VF

Series Description:

Superior is a limited series from Icon Comics (an imprint of Marvel Comics), created by Mark Millar and Leinil Francis Yu. It tells the story of Simon Pooni, a young boy with multiple sclerosis, who is granted the power to become his favorite superhero, Superior, a Superman-like figure, by a magical imp. The series explores themes of heroism, disability, and wishes granted.

Issue Description:

Superior #5 continues the superhero narrative, with Superior likely engaged in action, possibly against global threats, as suggested by the cover tagline.

Cover Description:

The cover features Superior, a muscular superhero in a red and gold costume with a cape, flying dynamically amidst a swarm of military jets and bombers. He is depicted in a powerful pose, looking determined. The prominent tagline "BUY THE BOOK THE TERRORISTS FEAR!" is at the bottom. The title "SUPERIOR" is large across the top, with "MARK MILLAR & LEINIL YU" credited above it. "ISSUE FIVE $2.99" is also visible. The "MILLARWORLD" and "ICON" logos are in the upper left.

Key Issue: Part of a popular creator-owned series by acclaimed creators Mark Millar and Leinil Francis Yu.

Bibliographic Details:

 * Product Type: Icon / Marvel Comic

 * Tags: Superior, Mark Millar, Leinil Yu, Superhero, Icon Comics, Marvel Comics, Limited Series, Action

 * Published Year: 2011

 * Writer: Mark Millar

 * Artist: Leinil Francis Yu

 * Publisher: Icon Comics (Marvel Comics)

 * Item Condition: VF (Very Fine)

 * Series: Superior

 * Issue Number: 5

Why Buy: For fans of Mark Millar's creator-owned work, Leinil Francis Yu's art, or readers who enjoy modern takes on classic superhero archetypes.

Disclaimer: I am not a professional comic grader. If a specific grade is assigned (e.g., F, VF, NM) it is an estimate based on criteria found at these sites:

https://comics.ha.com/tutorial/comics-grading.s?show=comicdefinitions

https://www.cgccomics.com/grading/grading-scale/