Grounded' part 1! Writer J. Michael Straczynski ('Babylon 5,' WONDER WOMAN) begins an important soul-searching journey for the Man of Steel. Trekking around the US, Superman makes his first stop in Philadelphia—just in time to try to save a young girl about to commit suicide!

Part 5 of the 5-part 'Fall of Metropolis,' continued from Adventures of Superman (1939) #514. Luthor's final attempt to level Metropolis and destroy the Man of Steel is found in one of the last artifacts of Krypton: the Kryptonian battle suit...Luthor's fourth fail-safe!

Distressed after the destruction of New Krypton, Superman sets out on foot across the United States to reconnect with his roots, using his powers only to help people in need, one by one or a few at a time.

“THE DEADLY RAMPAGE OF THE LADY FOX!” In New York City, the Vixen steals a van full of furs that belong to entrepreneur Mordecai Mule. Superman, attending a function at Madison Square Garden, learns of the robbery and leaps into action! Plus, “GROW, LITTLE GROWFISH!”

“CRIME PARADISE!” Something is wrong with Superman! Instead of saving and helping the citizens of Metropolis, the Man of Steel unleashes a reign of terror!

New regular writer David Michelinie (JUSTICE LEAGUE TASK FORCE) comes aboard as a new era of greatness begins for ACTION COMICS. Bloodsport returns to Metropolis during its reconstruction. His mission: to keep the city 'pure' and 'clean' when it's repopulated.

The Fall of Metropolis' part 2, continued from ACTION COMICS (1938-2011) #700. Metropolis has fallen but Luthor isn't finished. Just in case anyone survived his first strike, Luthor plants several fail-safes to finish the job! Continued in SUPERMAN (1987-2006) #91.