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Superman (2016) (Single Issues)
Superman (2016-2018) #10
“IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER” part one! For the first time, the Man of Tomorrow and the Boy of Steel team up with the Caped Crusader and the Boy Wonder in a father-son adventure you won’t want to miss! Damian Wayne has been hearing a lot about this mysterious new Superboy, and now’s his chance to find out who he is...
24 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 2, 2016
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Peter J. Tomasi
1,388 books469 followersPeter J. Tomasi is an American comic book writer, best known for his work for DC Comics, such as Batman And Robin; Superman; Super Sons; Batman: Detective Comics; Green Lantern Corps; and Superman/Wonder Woman; as well as Batman: Arkham Knight; Brightest Day; Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors; Nightwing; Black Adam, and many more.
In the course of his staff career at DC Comics, Tomasi served as a group editor and ushered in new eras for Batman, Green Lantern, and the JSA, along with a host of special projects like Kingdom Come.
He is also the author of the creator-owned titles House Of Penance with artist Ian Bertram; Light Brigade with artist Peter Snejbjerg; The Mighty with Keith Champagne and Chris Samnee; and the critically acclaimed epic graphic novel The Bridge: How The Roeblings Connected Brooklyn To New York, illustrated by Sara DuVall and published by Abrams ComicArts.
In 2018 New York Times best-selling author Tomasi received the Inkpot Award for achievement in comics.
In the course of his staff career at DC Comics, Tomasi served as a group editor and ushered in new eras for Batman, Green Lantern, and the JSA, along with a host of special projects like Kingdom Come.
He is also the author of the creator-owned titles House Of Penance with artist Ian Bertram; Light Brigade with artist Peter Snejbjerg; The Mighty with Keith Champagne and Chris Samnee; and the critically acclaimed epic graphic novel The Bridge: How The Roeblings Connected Brooklyn To New York, illustrated by Sara DuVall and published by Abrams ComicArts.
In 2018 New York Times best-selling author Tomasi received the Inkpot Award for achievement in comics.
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December 28, 2025
This issue works because it puts character first. The story leans into relationships and responsibility rather than spectacle, making it feel grounded and sincere. The meeting between Jon Kent and Damian Wayne is the centerpiece—fun, tense, and full of personality—while the quiet presence of their fathers adds emotional weight beneath the surface.
Tomasi writes Superman with patience and empathy, especially in his role as a father trying to do right by his son. Gleason’s art carries the emotional beats beautifully, with expressive faces and clean storytelling that keeps everything clear and warm even when the action ramps up.
It’s not a loud issue, but it’s a memorable one—hopeful, human, and driven by character rather than plot mechanics.
Tomasi writes Superman with patience and empathy, especially in his role as a father trying to do right by his son. Gleason’s art carries the emotional beats beautifully, with expressive faces and clean storytelling that keeps everything clear and warm even when the action ramps up.
It’s not a loud issue, but it’s a memorable one—hopeful, human, and driven by character rather than plot mechanics.
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January 8, 2017
Okay, I'm really intrigued. I'm going to go back to the beginning because I'm really interested in why Damian seems so determined to monitor Jon's progress. Jon is adorable! Damian is my son and I love him even when he's being a little sh*t.
Loved this! Especially seeing Clark and Bruce stumble through parenthood.
Loved this! Especially seeing Clark and Bruce stumble through parenthood.
November 5, 2016
this run doesn't have the right to be this good, awesome first part
March 21, 2017
"I'd rather be elbow deep in cow manure."
Wish granted. LOVED this!
Wish granted. LOVED this!
February 1, 2017
5 stars
I am a simple girl. Seeing Superman & Batman raising their sons makes me smile... it is the little things.
It looks like Superman & Batman are about to kiss on the cover.
Superman 10 is definitely my favorite in the Superman series so far. I love seeing Superdad & Batdad.
Damian kidnaps Jon because he thinks he is a threat, but Batman tells him to release him before it is too late. As soon as Batman says this, Superman comes storming in ready to kill. Daimian should know better than that.
Batman tells Superman that Jon's powers are fluctuating & to keep an eye on them.
Damian is a brat as usual & Jon does not mind it until Damian says something to tick Jon off... in which case Jon had to punch him. They start fighting and Superdad/Batdad intervene.
The next issue says boot camp & I am not here for it because Jon did not even do anything.
Also, Kathy got a bit jealous when Jon was talking to Maya a.k.a. Nothing (What kind of code name is that?), a girl that works for Damian. Puppy Love.
I am a simple girl. Seeing Superman & Batman raising their sons makes me smile... it is the little things.
It looks like Superman & Batman are about to kiss on the cover.
Superman 10 is definitely my favorite in the Superman series so far. I love seeing Superdad & Batdad.
Damian kidnaps Jon because he thinks he is a threat, but Batman tells him to release him before it is too late. As soon as Batman says this, Superman comes storming in ready to kill. Daimian should know better than that.
Batman tells Superman that Jon's powers are fluctuating & to keep an eye on them.
Damian is a brat as usual & Jon does not mind it until Damian says something to tick Jon off... in which case Jon had to punch him. They start fighting and Superdad/Batdad intervene.
The next issue says boot camp & I am not here for it because Jon did not even do anything.
Also, Kathy got a bit jealous when Jon was talking to Maya a.k.a. Nothing (What kind of code name is that?), a girl that works for Damian. Puppy Love.
November 5, 2016
I had a ball with this one.The son of Superman vs the son of Batman.Have to admit Robin egged this on all the way.Highlight of the story was seeing Superman about to lose control.Downright terrifying even Batman knew shit was about to hit the fan.
November 24, 2016
An amusing issue for sure. What happens when the sons of the bat, and the man of steel don't get along? hilarity.
Good issue.
I received an advanced copy of this from NetGalley.com and the publisher
Good issue.
I received an advanced copy of this from NetGalley.com and the publisher
December 1, 2017
This is exactly like BVS.. Intriguing front page, and nothing on the inside. Only a couple of spoiled kids messing around.. seems like a filler to me and nothing more.
I did enjoy the Bat-Cow and Alfred the cat though ^_^
I did enjoy the Bat-Cow and Alfred the cat though ^_^
November 4, 2016
Ton of action, but mostly about the kids of Batman and Superman too much childish, again this week, for me.
November 28, 2016
Damn it, that was everything I wanted from this storyline.
January 19, 2017
Review at the end of the "in the name of the father" Storyline
September 18, 2020
MY FEELINGS I SWEAR TO GOD. I love my babies too much and I'm so here for it.
June 18, 2018
"In the Name of the Father, Part One: World's Smallest" is the first part in a two-part story written by Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason, which is also penciled by Patrick Gleason. It was first published as the tenth issue in the fourth series of Superman and later collected in Superman: Trail of the Super Sons.
For the first time, the Man of Tomorrow and the Boy of Steel team up with the Caped Crusader and the Boy Wonder in a father-son adventure. Damian Wayne has been hearing a lot about this mysterious new Suerboy, and now's his chance to find out who he is – by kidnapping him.
The issue opens up in Hamilton County, which is located about three hundred miles north of Metropolis, and Jonathan Kent along with his friend, Kathy Branden has just finished their last day of school, before the winter holidays when they bumped into Maya Ducard – an agent of Damian Wayne.
After school, while investigating some mysterious happenings in Dead Man's Swamp, Jonathan Kent as Superboy is kidnapped by Maya Ducard as Nobody on Goliath. In mid-flight, Superboy uses his freeze breath on them and blackouts as he plummets to Earth.
Jonathan Kent awakens in the Bat Cave restrained and sedative on a table, when Batman arrives he tells to let Jonathan Kent before it was too late – which he was. Superman breaks into the Batcave to free his son. The fight didn’t last too long as Superboy used his freeze breath to create an ice wall to separate both father-son duo who were on the brink of a brawl.
Clark Kent as Superman is given enough time to calm down and ultimately, everyone gets acquainted with each other. Unfortunately, as the adults are away talking, the children, Superboy and Robin had gotten off with the wrong foot and started brawling, which is only ended when both boys are angrily glared down upon by their fathers.
All in all, Superman (Vol. 4) #10 was excellently written and depicted. I was really glad to see Maya Ducard as Nobody again, after the Robin: Son of Batman series, I didn't think I would see her again, although she seemed to have disappeared halfway through the issue. This two-part story is a prelude of sorts to the Super Sons series, which I look forward to reading.
For the first time, the Man of Tomorrow and the Boy of Steel team up with the Caped Crusader and the Boy Wonder in a father-son adventure. Damian Wayne has been hearing a lot about this mysterious new Suerboy, and now's his chance to find out who he is – by kidnapping him.
The issue opens up in Hamilton County, which is located about three hundred miles north of Metropolis, and Jonathan Kent along with his friend, Kathy Branden has just finished their last day of school, before the winter holidays when they bumped into Maya Ducard – an agent of Damian Wayne.
After school, while investigating some mysterious happenings in Dead Man's Swamp, Jonathan Kent as Superboy is kidnapped by Maya Ducard as Nobody on Goliath. In mid-flight, Superboy uses his freeze breath on them and blackouts as he plummets to Earth.
Jonathan Kent awakens in the Bat Cave restrained and sedative on a table, when Batman arrives he tells to let Jonathan Kent before it was too late – which he was. Superman breaks into the Batcave to free his son. The fight didn’t last too long as Superboy used his freeze breath to create an ice wall to separate both father-son duo who were on the brink of a brawl.
Clark Kent as Superman is given enough time to calm down and ultimately, everyone gets acquainted with each other. Unfortunately, as the adults are away talking, the children, Superboy and Robin had gotten off with the wrong foot and started brawling, which is only ended when both boys are angrily glared down upon by their fathers.
All in all, Superman (Vol. 4) #10 was excellently written and depicted. I was really glad to see Maya Ducard as Nobody again, after the Robin: Son of Batman series, I didn't think I would see her again, although she seemed to have disappeared halfway through the issue. This two-part story is a prelude of sorts to the Super Sons series, which I look forward to reading.
January 9, 2018
A fun perspective of the mature hero fathers and immature sons. Damian is as smart as they come but that does not mean he isn't after trouble. John is his target and the resulting altercation between the four is satisfying. Enjoyable.
April 27, 2019
Introduction of super sons. Super Heros acting as regular dads. This seems like a lot of fun. Can't wait to read the whole run.
November 3, 2022
It was really funny!!
December 8, 2023
Me gustó bastante la interacción de los niños. Y la faceta de padres Clark y Bruce es fantástica.
May 6, 2024
Perfection 💯
August 30, 2021
Jon is “kidnapped” and Damian Wayne is taking a DNA sample for further testing.. Robin is accompanied by Goliath and Nobody. Batman returns asking why Superboy is tied up, followed by Superman who’s a lot angrier.
Batman and Supes analyze Jon’s DNA. More powers are coming, but the nature of them is still unknown. Damian is showing Jon his pets til Damian ticks off Superboy and they start fighting. Issue ends with Superman and Batman looking on with anger
Batman and Supes analyze Jon’s DNA. More powers are coming, but the nature of them is still unknown. Damian is showing Jon his pets til Damian ticks off Superboy and they start fighting. Issue ends with Superman and Batman looking on with anger
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November 4, 2016
The kids are at each other's throats
November 4, 2016
An interesting issue, but damn, is Damien annoying as hell. If people wanted to kill of Jason Todd I'd hate to see their reaction to Damien.
November 5, 2016
The panel of the week resides in these pages...
Oh the joy of a single panel.
Oh the joy of a single panel.
November 12, 2016
The last page made the whole issue. "Uh oh!"
October 26, 2022
Cool issue; a funny story with a good ending.
May 20, 2018
Mm, so I guess this is where we see Superboy and Robin start their path towards what will eventually become the next kid supergroup, via a pretty predictable feud that mirrors their fathers. I’m kinda underwhelmed. But, to be fair, I liked it more that I would have expected. Superman and Batman building bridges through handling their delinquent children is moderately amusing, and the cover art is FANTASTIC! I enjoy that Damian’s main problem with John appears to be that he killed the family cat. I’m still not over that, either. Probably never. Just...so unnecessary and shitty! Ugh
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