Superman #17

All in all, Superman #17 is another big win for DC and "Absolute Power," so don't miss it. Read Full Review

Superman #17 (2024) is full of energy, trying to find hope in the most desperate situations. Read Full Review

Any and all Wolverine or X-Men fans, need to add this one to their pull list. This first issue set the tone for a dark story, and I can't wait to see what comes next. We're left with what looks like a hopeless situation, however, Sabretooth's favorite little runt, is too often underestimated. SNIKT! Read Full Review

Superman #17 is a crucial Absolute Power tie-in and the cliffhanger opens up some tantalizing directions for the rest of this arc. Read Full Review

The lengths and desperation start seeping in on DCs flagship character with this chapter. Williamson pens a defeated yet driven Superman with the writing. Campbell continues providing fantastic images that easily hook readers in. Considering where the closing page lands, all bets are off as events play out. Read Full Review

Superman #17 not only enhances the Absolute Power event but also stands as a testament to why Campbell and Williamson remain enduring icons in the comic book world. With stunning artwork, strong characterization, and a compelling narrative, this issue is a must-read for those following this summer event. Read Full Review

If you're not reading 'Absolute Power', you might be a little less empathetic to what's putting Clark on edge this issue, but such is the way of direct tie-in books. Williamson does his best to keep the story contained to this title and Campbell's art is just too good to pass up. Read Full Review

Superman #17 delivers on the magic and mystery, and its last page is ripe with possibilities. This storyline, as well as Jason Aaron & John Timms' Action Comics run earlier this year, shows that Superman and magic do mix pretty well. Read Full Review

Neron!!! I haven't really thought about him since Morrison's JLA run. Although I suppose he must have been part of Reign in Hell. This works as a tie-in, telling someone like me enough about the main book to get me up to speed. And I suppose this builds on what is happening there. But I like as showing us a Superman pushed to his limit, his family at risk, and willing to put some niceties behind him. Read Full Review

Superman #17 is one of the better-crafted Absolute Power tie-ins because Superman and Zatanna take a walking scavenger hunt tour of the criminally underused magic side of the DC universe. That said, Joshua Williamson's script reads more like a transition issue that only serves to get our heroes from Point A to B, which isn't bad, but it doesn't read as important. Read Full Review

Jawnyblaze

Aug 22, 2024

Good tie-in to Absolute Power. Vulnerable Superman is always the most interesting Superman, and having to deal with magic is one of the few (two?) ways that he can be made vulnerable. The scene where he let out his anger at being forced to fight his son was a good moment. Well done overall.

fzanca

Aug 25, 2024

I'm not collecting Absolute Power, so most of this is lost on me. I do like the ard I thought the pace was good. Seeing Superman not rely on his powers and still be a leader and take out a villain without them. The interacation between Supes and Zatanna. If it wasn't a tie in, it would have been better. My Comic Review Channel - https://youtu.be/JDeZX_Kui4M

ResearchReader

Dec 02, 2024

Good read, solid tie in. Quite enjoy the art, Campbell does a great job. Story wise, it moves things forward and doesnt just feel like a money grab. Superman putting magic users in their place gets a chuckle out of me.

Talia @ sssuperman.com

Aug 22, 2024

I love to see Superman angry. Great art too. But as is often the case with modern comics, it doesn't feel like enough happens. It's not a chapter of a story, it's a sliver. But it's a good sliver.

Screaming Enigma

Nov 01, 2024

This continues to be solid, but nothing spectacular. Campbell's art is probably the best part of this for me, and it's a shame he won't be on the book following this storyline. Though, I can't really complain about Dan Mora being the main series artist, either. Aside from that, I hope this wraps up well.

Gio

Aug 27, 2025

Absolute Power was bad