Action Comics 2011 #1044 Lucio Parrillo Cover - back issue

Having captured Orphan, Superman and his allies convince Orphan to help them try to free Enchantress from Mother's prison, but Mother doesn't take kindly when anyone comes after her prisoners. Meanwhile, Mongul tries to resurrect Lightray to use as a weapon.

Supergirl, Steel, and Lois work to save Thao-La, who is dying with her powers spiraling out of control. They learn that they need to expose her to Genesis energy to save her, but they are unaware that others also after Genesis.

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