Superman (Jon Kent)

Creation & Design

Jon Kent was created by writer Dan Jurgens and artist Lee Weeks, first appearing in Convergence: Superman #2. He is the son of Clark Kent (Superman) and Lois Lane, representing a new generation of heroes.

Early Years

Jon grew up in the shadow of his father's legacy, learning to harness his powers while navigating the challenges of adolescence. His upbringing was influenced by both his Kryptonian heritage and his human experiences.

Character Development

Over the years, Jon Kent has evolved from a sidekick to a fully realized hero, grappling with the expectations of his lineage while carving out his own identity and purpose in the world.

Cultural Reception

Jon Kent has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for his relatable struggles and the fresh perspective he brings to the Superman legacy.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jonathan Samuel Kent
Aliases:
Superboy, Superman
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Justice League, Superman Family
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Heat vision, Super speed, X-ray vision
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
Results: 18 Issues Found

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Convergence #8

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1st cover appearance of Jonathan Kent as a baby, preceded actual in-story first appearance

Convergence: Superman #2

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1st appearance of Jonathan Kent, the infant son of Superman and Lois Lane, later becomes Superboy

Preview appearance of Doomed

Superman: Lois & Clark #1

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1st appearance of Jonathan Kent as a boy, previously appeared as a baby

Superman: Lois & Clark #8

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Jonathan Kent discovers he has powers

Superman #6

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Jonathan Kent becomes Superboy, introduced to Batman and Wonder Woman by Superman

Superman #10

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First meeting of Jon Kent, Superboy and Damian Wayne, Robin

Adventures of the Super Sons #1

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1st team appearance of The Gang, described as interstellar, young badasses

Superman #7

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Debut of new Superboy, Jon Kent costume

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Young Justice #1
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Variant cover art by Jorge Jimenez

Future State: Superman of Metropolis #1

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1st appearance Braincells, the advanced offshoot of Brainiac

1st appearance of Honest Mary

1st appearance of Andrej Trojan

Reintroduction of the Manhattan Guardian and Shilo Norman, Mister Miracle

1st cameo team appearance of the Time Luchadores, Golden Gods of Creon and the Five Empires

1st appearance of Jon Kent as Superman, chronologically in order of actual published dates

Superman: Son of Kal-El #1

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Premiere issue of a series featuring Jon Kent as Superman

Cover art inspired by Superman #1 (1939)

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #1
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Variant cover by Alan Quah, limited to 1,500 copies

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #1
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Third printing

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #1
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Variant cover art by Jen Bartel

Superman: Son of Kal-El #1
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Variant cover art by John Timms

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #1
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Second printing

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #5

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Jon Kent reveals he is bisexual

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Superman: Son of Kal-El #12
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Variant cover art by Mario Foccillo