Superman The Man Of Steel #87 1999

Superman: The Man of Steel #87, published by DC Comics in March 1999, features the story "The Iron Hand of Kindness." In this pivotal issue, Superman makes the significant decision to abandon his Clark Kent identity, believing a personal life is too selfish. He attempts to persuade Team Superman, including Steel, Superboy, and Supergirl, to join his round-the-clock vigil. The narrative explores the emotional impact on Lois Lane and the Kents as they grapple with Superman's increasingly proactive and detached approach to his heroic duties, marking a key moment in his character development.