What Are Your Thoughts On…?: Man of Steel: The Prequel (2013)
Man of Steel: Prequel (2013)
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Media: Comics
- Writers: David S. Goyer, Geoff Johns, Zack Snyder & Sterling Gates
- Artists: Jerry Ordway (Pencils), Chris Sotomayor (Colors)
Plot Summary:
The Man of Steel: Prequel comic serves as a backstory to the events of Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel (2013). The narrative centers on Kara Zor-El (Suepergirl), a young Kryptonian and a member of the House of El. Kara is part of a crew aboard a Kryptonian scout ship sent on an exploratory mission to establish colonies across the galaxy.
As they voyage through the stars, tensions rise among the crew due to power struggles and differing visions for Krypton’s future. This discord eventually leads to betrayal, sabotage, and a life-or-death battle aboard the ship. Kara is left to make difficult decisions, proving her strength and resilience in the face of chaos.
The story ties into the film by explaining the origins of the scout ship that Clark Kent (Kal-El) discovers on Earth, revealing how Krypton’s history and its people have left their mark on the planet long before Kal-El’s arrival.
Legacy: This prequel deepens the mythology of Man of Steel, offering insight into Krypton’s culture, its technology, and the House of El’s legacy. It provides context for the ancient Kryptonian artifacts and the scout ship that play a crucial role in the film.
Rank It if You Feel Like It: 1/5 🌟or 1/10 Points!
Man of Steel: Prequel (2013)
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Media: Comics
- Writers: David S. Goyer, Geoff Johns, Zack Snyder & Sterling Gates
- Artists: Jerry Ordway (Pencils), Chris Sotomayor (Colors)
Plot Summary:
The Man of Steel: Prequel comic serves as a backstory to the events of Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel (2013). The narrative centers on Kara Zor-El (Suepergirl), a young Kryptonian and a member of the House of El. Kara is part of a crew aboard a Kryptonian scout ship sent on an exploratory mission to establish colonies across the galaxy.
As they voyage through the stars, tensions rise among the crew due to power struggles and differing visions for Krypton’s future. This discord eventually leads to betrayal, sabotage, and a life-or-death battle aboard the ship. Kara is left to make difficult decisions, proving her strength and resilience in the face of chaos.
The story ties into the film by explaining the origins of the scout ship that Clark Kent (Kal-El) discovers on Earth, revealing how Krypton’s history and its people have left their mark on the planet long before Kal-El’s arrival.
Legacy: This prequel deepens the mythology of Man of Steel, offering insight into Krypton’s culture, its technology, and the House of El’s legacy. It provides context for the ancient Kryptonian artifacts and the scout ship that play a crucial role in the film.
Rank It if You Feel Like It: 1/5 🌟or 1/10 Points!