Superman Annual #10 1998

Superman Annual #10, published by DC in 1984, features "The Day the Cheering Stopped!" In this pre-Crisis tale, Superman battles the alien villain King Kosmos, who manipulates public perception to make the Man of Steel appear monstrous. To combat this threat and restore his reputation, Superman wields the mystical Sword of Superman, making this issue notable for the weapon's first appearance. The story explores themes of power and public trust.