Issue By Issue Synopsis

Superboy # 172

"Brotherly Hate"

Three Legionnaires investigate a robbery only to discover that Lightning Lord is behind it. Will his brother and sister turn him in?

Writer: E. Nelson Bridwell
Artist: George Tuska
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 173

"Trust Me or Kill Me"

When Cosmic Boy's mirror image comes alive, Superboy must determine which is the real Legionnaire and which is the fraud. But what role does Mordu play in it all?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: George Tuska
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 176

"Invisible Invader"

Chemical King discovers a thief who vanishes before his very eyes. How can the Legionnaire stop a criminal who he can't see?

Writer: E. Nelson Bridwell
Artist: George Tuska
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 183

"War of the Wraith-Mates"

When the Legionnaires lose control of their ship, they find themselves on a lonely planetoid fighting one another. What is the real reason behind their puzzling behavior?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artists: George Tuska & Vince Colletta
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 184

"One Legionnaire Must Go"

When Matter-Eater Lad is suspected of treason, he must escape from jail and clear his name. Who is really behind the plan to deceive the Legion?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artists: Dave Cockrum & Murphy Anderson
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 188

"Curse of the Blood-Crystals"

A Legionnaire travels back in time to kill Superboy! But which Legionnaire is it?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artists: Dave Cockrum & Murphy Anderson
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 190

"Murder The Leader"

As the Legion debates the relative merits of Saturn Girl and Mon-El as leaders, the two are transported away by members of the Fatal Five. Can Mon-El come up with a plan in time to prove that he deserves to lead the Legion?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artists: Dave Cockrum & Murphy Anderson
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 191

"Attack of the Sun-Scavenger"

Sun Boy is attacked by Dr. Regulus on his birthday, then gravely wounds the criminal. Will he honor his last request?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy # 193

"War between the Nights and the Days"

The Legion must journey to a planet which is half in darkness and half in light in order to prevent a war from erupting there. How will they convince the two sides to resolve their differences peacefully?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: King Jonn


Superboy # 195

"The One-Shot Hero"

When a new applicant is rejected by the Legion, he stows away on a cruiser, determined to prove his worth. What is the secret of "The One-Shot Hero?"

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Wildfire (as ERG-1)


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 197

"Timber Wolf: Dead Hero, Live Executioner"

Superboy is summoned to the 30th Century to celebrate the return of Timber Wolf, who seemingly died months earlier. But is it the same Timber Wolf whom the Legion has come to trust?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Tyr


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 198

"The Fatal Five Who Twisted Time"

When Superboy discovers the Fatal Five working at a carnival in Smallville, can the Legion of Super-Heroes be far behind?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 199

"The Gun that Mastered Men"

Which Legion villain is responsible for the strange energy beam which surrounds Legion headquarters, and what is its purpose?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"The Impossible Target"

The son of the Hunter seeks revenge on the Legion for the fate of his father. Will he succeed where his father failed?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Adam Orion (Hunter II)


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 200

"The Legionnaire Bride of Starfinger"

The Legion celebrates its first wedding as Bouncing Boy and Duo Damsel get married. Will their ceremony be uneventful, or will their past as Legionnaires get in the way?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 201

"The Betrayer from Beyond"

Three applicants apply for membership in the Legion, but one is an infiltrator. Which one is it?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"The Silent Death"

Dream Girl foresees the death of a Legionnaire. But which one?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Porcupine Pete, Infectious Lass, Molecular Master


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 202

"Lost: A Million Mile From Home"

When a Legion cruiser begins to act mysteriously, Shrinking Violet and Colossal Boy must discover the cause of the malfunction, or be stranded "A Million Miles From Home."

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum & Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Wraith of the Devil-Fish!"

The Legionnaires investigate a deep-sea station, only to discover that it's been sabotaged. Who - or what - is behind the damage?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Dave Cockrum
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 203

"Massacre by Remote Control"

Validus attacks Legion headquarters, and the Legionnaires are powerless to stop him. Can Superboy return in time to prevent a disaster?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 204

"The Legionnaire Nobody Remembered"

The Legionnaires discover a picture from their past which reveals a forgotten member. Who is Anti-Lad?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Brainiac 5's Secret Weakness"

When Brainiac 5 and Star Boy go on a vacation, only one of them intends to return. Why has Brainiac 5 decided to leave the Legion?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Anti-Lad


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 205

"The Legion of Super-Executioners"

Superboy brings Lana Lang to the 30th Century, only to discover that Ultra Boy has gone insane. What is the reason behind his sudden illness?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 206

"The Legionnaires who Haunted Superboy"

Back in the 20th Century, Superboy is approached by Ferro Lad and Invisible Kid, two Legionnaires who have died in action. Are they really who they claim to be, or is Superboy in danger?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Welcome Home, Daughter...Now Die"

Princess Projectra returns home to Orando, only to discover that a coup has taken place in her absence. Can she help restore her father to power?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 207

"The Rookie who Betrayed the Legion"

When the Legion allow a Science Police officer to accompany them on a mission, they get more than they bargained for. What is his hidden agenda?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Lightning Lad's Day of Dread"

Lightning Lad's irrational behavior worries his fellow teammates as he commandeers a Legion cruiser and leaves for parts unknown. Why is he acting so strangely?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: SP Officer Dvron


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 208

"Vengeance of the Super-Villains"

The Legion of Super-Villains devises a plan to ruin the Legion of Super-Heroes. But what role do the Legionnaire's families play in it all?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 209

"Who Can Save the Princess?"

Princess Projectra returns home from a mission in space only to bring the pain plague back with her. Can the Legion help her recover from the deadly disease?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Hero for a Day"

The Legion gives their number one fan a tour of Legion headquarters just as a mysterious package arrives. Can he help them unravel the riddle of its contents?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Flynt Brojj


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 210

"Soljer's Private War"

When the Legion accidentially resurrects a fallen soldier, they must devise a plan to stop him. But how can they stop a foe who is already dead?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"The Lair of the Black Dragon"

Karate Kid is approached by a group of martial artists who wish to avenge the death of his father. But what aren't they telling him?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Black Dragon II


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 211

"The Ultimate Revenge"

When Element Lad decides to kill Roxxas in order to avenge the dead of Trom, can the Legion prevent him from breaking the Legion's code?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"The Legion's Lost Home"

Visit the junkyard where the Legion's old clubhouse now resides. But why the sudden interest in the old abandoned headquarters?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 212

"Last Fight for a Legionnaire"

When a group of teenagers are rejected from the Legion one by one because they duplicate an existing Legionnaire's powers, they decide to band together and challenge the Legionnaires' positions in the group. Who will win the battle between the Legion of Super-Heroes and the Legion of Super-Rejects?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"A Death Stroke at Dawn"

Shadow Lass and Night Girl team up to fight a group of criminals, but fail to capture them all. Will Cosmic Boy be the one to pay for their mistake?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Magno Lad, Esper Lass, Micro Lad, Phantom Kid, Chameleon Kid, Calorie Queen


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 213

"The Jaws of Fear"

The Legion must protect the Miracle Machine from theft as the galaxy's greatest thief threatens to steal it from Legion headquarters. But when he swipes a wall clock right out from under their noses, they realize that protecting the machine might not be as easy as they think...

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Trapped to Live -- Free to Die"

Timber Wolf answers a distress call, only to discover that it was sent by a Legion villain. Will he be able to outwit the villain's plan?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell & Bill Draut
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 214

"No Price Too High"

When the son of the galaxy's second richest man needs to be rescued, the Legion rushes to save him. Will their good deed go unpunished?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Stay Small -- Or Die"

After Shrinking Violet develops a sudden fear of shrinking, Brainiac 5 attempts to cure her. But will his cure be more deadly than her disease?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell & Bill Draut
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 215

"The Final Eclipse of Sun Boy"

When Sun Boy's powers malfunction after a brief trip to Bgztl, he becomes a danger to both himself and to his teammates. What can be causing the Legionnaire's abilities to go haywire?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"The Hero Who Wouldn't Fight"

When a plan to capture the Emerald Empress backfires, Cosmic Boy must decide between his friends and his honor. Which choice will he make?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell & Bill Draut
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 216

"The Hero who Hated the Legion"

The Legion journeys to Marzal, an island whose residents are black, in order to recover stolen jewels. But are they welcome there?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"1 + 1 = 3"

Bouncing Boy and Duo Damsel are attacked by a group of thieves while walking in a park. With Duo Damsel too weak to defend herself, can Bouncing Boy protect both himself and his wife without his super-powers?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Tyroc


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 217

"The Charge of the Doomed Legionnaires"

While on their way to a Science Police convention, the Legionnaires are ambushed by a group of Khunds. Can Superboy arrive in time to save them?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Future Shock for Superboy"

When Superboy saves a girl from an accident, he tries to meet her again. But why is she avoiding him, and why does she look so familiar?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Laurel Kent


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 218

"The Secret Villain the World Never Knew"

When a mystery villain attacks the Legionnaires in their own headquarters, their only hope lies in Tyroc, the newest Legionnaire. But who is Zoraz, and what does he want with the Legion?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Zoraz, Absorbancy Boy


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 219

"The Plunder Ploy of the Fatal Five"

A vacation on Imsk turns deadly as the Persuader seriously wounds Duplicate Boy. Why are the Fatal Five on the planet, and what are their plans this time?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 220

"The Super Soldiers of the Slave Master"

The Legion must liberate the planet Murgador, an entire world whose citizens have become enslaved. Can they do so without costing any lives?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Dream Girl's Living Nightmare"

Dream Girl has a vision which reveals that the ruler of a nearby planet will die! Can the Legion change the outcome of her dream?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artist: Mike Grell
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy starring the Legion of Super-Heroes # 221

"The Trillion-Dollar Trophies"

The Legion encounters Grimbor and Charma, a pair of extortionists who plan to hold the Legion hostage. What hold does Charma have over the Legionnaires?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artists: Mike Grell & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Grimbor, Charma


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 222

"This Legionnaire is Condemned"

When strange screams precede unnatural events in the city of Metropolis, the Science Police concludes that Tyroc is the culprit. Has the new Legionnaire gone bad?

Writer: Cary Bates
Artists: Mike Grell & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

"Death of a Legend"

The Legion travels to Zentor to honor the hero Questar when a creature appears at a ceremony held in Questar's honor. What is Questar's secret, and why won't he battle the monster?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artists: Mike Nasser & Bob Layton
Editor: Murray Boltinoff


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 223

"We Can't Escape the Trap in Time"

While on their way to seal a fissure in space, five Legionaires are trapped behind a forcefield, leaving them no other choice but to attempt to escape by traveling through time. But time is the domain of the Time Trapper...

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artists: Mike Grell & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Murray Boltinoff

First Appearance: Pulsar Stargrave, Quicksand, Holdur


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 224

"When Stargrave Strikes"

The Legion are interrupted on a mission by Pulsar Stargrave, who claims to need their help in the fight against a powerful foe. But which foe is he referring to?

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artists: Mike Grell & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Denny O'Neil


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 225

"And Who Shall Lead Them?"

The Legion swears in its latest leader, but the leadership is contested by none other than Superboy! What reason does he give for spoiling the induction ceremony?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Denny O'Neil

"A Matter of Priorities"

While on an undercover mission, the Legionnaires discover that they are travelling on the same vessel as a wanted killer. But how do they catch him without revealing their presence?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Nasser & Bob Wiacek
Editor: Denny O'Neil

First Appearance: Resource Raiders


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 226

"The Dazzling Debut of Dawnstar"

When the Legion is unable to track a group of villains, they must rely upon the abilities of a Legion Academy student to do the job for them. But can they trust her?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

"Five Against One"

Brainiac 5 journeys to Zerox to steal the Star Stone. But while there, he learns that there's more to the truth than he's been told...

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Nasser & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

First Appearance: Dawnstar


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 227

"War at World's End"

The Legion traces Brainiac 5 to Colu, where they discover him in orbit around the planet. Is everything as it appears to be?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil


DC Special # 28

"The City That Stopped -- Dead!"

When the Metropolis fusion powersphere threatens to overload, the Legion must go into action to prevent a disaster. But what is the cause of the facility's instability?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Arvell Jones & Bob Layton
Editor: Paul Levitz


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 228

"That a World Might Live...a Legionnaire Must Die"

The Legion journeys to Australia to prevent a world war. Which Legionnaire will pay the ultimate price in order to ensure peace?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

First Appearance: Deregon


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 229

"Hunt for a Hero-Killer"

The Legion decides to avenge its fallen comrade by attacking the home world of the Dark Circle. Will they honor his memory, or will they instead dishonor it?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 230

"The Creature Who Conned the Legion"

The Legion retrieves a powerful crystal at the request of a being who has concluded that it is responsible for the earthquakes which have recently plagued the planet Remor. But is he telling them the whole truth?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

"The Day Bouncing Boy Bounced Back"

While the Legion attends a funeral on Shanghalla, Bouncing Boy stands guard at Legion headquarters back on Earth. Can he protect it from intruders with no powers of his own?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Nasser & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

First Appearance: Sden


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 231

"A Day in the Death of a World"

The Legion must help evacuate a planet before its sun goes nova. That is, if the Fatal Five will let them...

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman, Mike Nasser & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 232

"The Disease that Wouldn't Die"

A mysterious cloud threatens Earth's solar system, shrinking every living creature in its path. Which Legion villain is responsible for this unnatural disaster?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Ric Estrada & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

First Appearance: The Immune


Justice League of America # 147

"Crisis in the 30th Century"

Mordru enlists the aid of the Justice League and the Justice Society in an attempt to recover three mystic artifacts. Will they succeed where the Legion failed?

Writer: Paul Levitz & Martin Pasko
Artists: Dick Dillin & Frank McLaughlin
Editor: Julie Schwartz


Justice League of America # 148

"Crisis In Triplicate!"

The Legion, Justice League, and Justice Society fight one another as Green Arrow and Black Canary look on. What is causing these heroes to act in such an unherolike manner?

Writer: Martin Pasko & Paul Levitz
Artists: Dick Dillin & Jack Abel
Editor: Julie Schwartz


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 233

"The Infinite Man Who Conquered the Legion"

When Brainiac 5 and Rond Vidar send a volunteer through time in order to prove their theory that time is circular, the experiment goes horribly wrong and a new Legion villain is born. Can the heroes stop the Infinite Man?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Denny O'Neil

"The Final Illusion"

When Projectra decides that she prefers fantasy to reality, the Legion must come up with a way to make her see that fantasy is fleeting, whereas reality is real. Can they convince her to come out of her dreamlike state?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Nasser & Bob Layton
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: Infinite Man


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 234

"Wanted -- Dead or Alive: The Composite Legionnaire"

When an accident in space turns four Legionnaires into a strange creature, their friends must act to save them from Bounty, who has been hired by the UP to neutralize them. Will he bring them in dead or alive?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Ric Estrada & Jack Abel
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: Bounty


DC Super-Stars # 17

"The Secret of the Quintile Crystal!"

The Legion is given the Quintile Crystal as a souvenier of their first case. Discover the first time that the Legion officially went into action.

Writer: Jack C. Harris
Artists: Juan Ortiz & Bob Smith
Editor: Paul Levitz

First Appearance: Unnamed SP Officer


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 235

"The Legion's Super-Secret"

The Legion must prevent a raid on the Life Institute while keeping Superboy from learning the true reason behind it. What can't they tell the Teen of Steel?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Grell & Vince Colletta
Editor: Al Milgrom

"Trial of the Legion Five"

Five Legionnaires are put on trial by Earth Council for failing to save the life of a counciller's son. Can the Legion be held responsible for their actions?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: George Tuska & Vince Colletta
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 236

"A World Born Anew"

When Cosmic Boy's vacation is interrupted by a strange alien, the Legion must discover a way to prevent him from terraforming Braal into a new landmass. What reason does the alien have for altering Braal's surface?

Writers: Paul Levitz & Paul Kupperberg
Artists: James Sherman & Bob McLeod
Editor: Al Milgrom

"Mon-El's One-Man War"

While visiting a science installion on the edge of United Planets space, Mon-El discovers that the Khunds have an interest in it as well. What do they want with Star Core?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Nasser & Joe Rubinstein, Rick Bryant
Editor: Al Milgrom

"Words Never Spoken"

Lightning Lad and Saturn Girl return to Titan to discover if the bond between them is strong enough for them to marry. What will the tests which they undergo prove?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Joe Rubinstein
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: Worldsmith


All-New Collectors Edition # C-55

"The Millenium Massacre"

Superboy arrives in the 30th Century only to find that things aren't as he remembers them. What effect will the new timeline have on the wedding of Lightning Lad and Saturn Girl?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Mike Grell & Vince Colletta
Editor: Joe Orlando

"The Origins and Powers of the Legionnaires/Secrets of the Legion"

Step by step information on every Legionnaire, both active and inactive, plus data on the Legion's equipment.

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Jack Abel
Editor: Joe Orlando


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 237

"No Price Too High"

The Legion is left short-handed as Lighting Lad and Saturn Girl resign as members. Can they face the threat of Arma Getten without them?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Walt Simonson & Jack Abel
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: Arma Getten


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 238

"The Outlawed Legionnaires" "The Legion Chain Gang"

Reprints Adventure Comics #s 359 & 360.

Writer: Jim Shooter
Artists: Curt Swan & George Klein
Editor: Mort Weisinger (original), Al Milgrom (reprint)


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 239

"Murder Most Foul"

One of the Legionnaires is accused of murder! Which one is it?

Writers: Jim Starlin & Paul Levitz
Artists: Jim Starlin & Joe Rubinstein
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 240

"The Man who Manacled the Legion"

Grimbor returns to extract revenge on the Legion of Super-Heroes. What is his reason this time?

Writers: Paul Levitz & Jack C. Harris
Artists: Howard Chaykin & Bob Wiacek, Terry Austin, Al Milgrom
Editor: Al Milgrom

"Dawnstar Rising"

Dawnstar reveals the reason why she entered the Legion Academy in the first place. What caused her to become a Legionnaire?

Writers: Paul Levitz & Paul Kupperberg
Artists: James Sherman & Bob McLeod
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: Power Boy, Shadow Kid


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 241

"Prologue to Earthwar"

The Legion must provide security for a peace summit being held on Weber's World. At the same time, they must also prevent the Resource Raiders from pillaging in outer space. Are the two cases related?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Bob McLeod
Editor: Al Milgrom

"My Brother's Keeper"

Timber Wolf and Light Lass arrive on Winath in response to an emergency call about Lightning Lord's presence there. But when they arrive, they find themselves less than welcome...

Writers: Paul Levitz & Paul Kupperberg
Artists: Arvell Jones & Danny Bulandi
Editor: Al Milgrom

First Appearance: SP Officer Shvaughn Erin


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 242

"Startarget: Earth"

While some of the most powerful Legionnaires are on Weber's World, the Khunds attack Earth! Can the remaining Legionnaires turn back the assault?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: James Sherman & Bob McLeod
Editor: Al Milgrom

"Girls' Night Out"

When several female Legionnaires have their night out interrupted by a group of thieves, they must use deception in order to stop their plans. But who is the thieves' secret assistant?

Writers: Paul Levitz & Paul Kupperberg
Artists: Arvell Jones & Danny Bulandi
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 243

"Earth's Last Stand"

As the Legion confers on Weber's World, the Earth is left in the hands of the Substitute Heroes! Will they be able to defeat the invasion?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Joe Staton & Jack Abel
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 244

"The Dark Circle that Crushed Earth"

The Legionnaires rush to Earth to save it from the Khunds. But who has been behind the invasion all along?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Joe Staton & Joe Giella
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 245

"Mordru Master of Earth"

With only a handful of Legionnaires left to stand against him, Mordru appears confident as ruler of the Earth. Can the Legion survive in its darkest hour?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Joe Staton & Murphy Anderson
Editor: Al Milgrom


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 246

"Will the Last One to Leave Mercury Please Close the Planet?"

The Legion rushes to Mercury after discovering that Karate Kid has travelled there. Why would he be at a hospital for the terminally ill?

Writers: Paul Levitz & Len Wein
Artists: Joe Staton & Dick Giordano
Editors: Al Milgrom & Jack C. Harris

"A World for the Winning"

When a ship bearing ambassadors from a primitive planet reveals that it is really carrying members of the Fatal Five, the Legion must discover what has happened to them. What are the Fatal Five up to now?

Writer: Len Wein
Artists: Joe Staton & Murphy Anderson
Editors: Al Milgrom & Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 247

"Savage Sanctuary"

Superboy must rush for reinforcments to help his teammates defeat the Fatal Five. But can he return in time to be of any help?

Writer: Len Wein
Artists: Joe Staton & Jack Abel
Editor: Jack C. Harris

"Celebration"

When various mishaps prevent the Legion from conducting a successful election, they must discover why someone would want to sabotage their efforts. Who is behind the attempt to stop the latest Legion election?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 248

"Beneath the Streets Lurks...Death"

The Legion must investigate strange occurances beneath the streets of Metropolis in the wake of the Earthwar. What is going on in the city's sewers?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 249

"Capital Crimes of the Chemical Conqueror"

With two Legionnaires down and R.J. Brande missing, the Legion must solve the mystery of what lurks beneath Metropolis. As it turns out, help comes from an unlikely source...

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Jack Abel
Editor: Jack C. Harris

"The Arctoraan Jewel Case"

Chameleon Boy must discover the location of a blackmailer who has the Science Police at his mercy. What tricks will he use to uncover the thief's headquarters?

Writer: Paul Kupperberg
Artist: Joe Staton
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 250

"This Is The Day The Universe Dies"

The Legionnaire responsible for the plot to frame Ultra Boy is revealed! Who is it?

Writers: Jim Starlin & Paul Levitz
Artists: Jim Starlin & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris

First Appearance: Omega


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 251

"The Man Who Destroyed the Universe"

As Omega continues his journey toward the Earth, the Legion is defeated by him every step of the way. Which Legionnaire alone possesses the power to stop him?

Writers: Jim Starlin & Paul Levitz
Artists: Jim Starlin & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 252

"Postscript to Holocaust"

In the wake of Omega's assault, the Legion must regroup and rebuild their headquarters. But a sudden attack by the Sunburst Bandits leaves them on the defensive as they must discover their true purpose on Earth.

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris

First Appearance: Sunburst Bandits


The Adventures of Superman # 477

Superman appears in the 30th Century to help the Legion battle a Sun-Eater. Can their combined power deal with the threat?

Writer: Dan Jurgens
Artists: Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 253

"Night of the Super-Assassins"

Six youths journey to Earth to seek revenge for the destruction of their home world. Their target? The six Legionnaires whom they hold responsible...

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Frank Chiaramonte
Editor: Jack C. Harris

First Appearance: Blok, Neutrax, Silver Slasher, Titania, Mist Master, Lazon


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 254

"A Madman Shall Lead Them"

With the League of Super-Assassins holding the upper hand, help for the Legion comes from an unlikely source...

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris


DC Super-Star Holiday Special

"Star Light, Star Bright...Farthest Star I See Tonight!"

Superboy journeys to the 30th Century to spend Christmas with the Legionnaires. While there, he gets an idea for how to celebrate the holiday season. What does he have in mind?

Writer: Paul Levitz
Artists: Jose Luis Garcia Lopez & Dick Giordano
Editor: Len Wein


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 255

"The Super-Spectacles Swipe"

When Superboy's glasses are stolen in the 20th Century, he must find out what happened to them. How does their disappearance tie in with a villain currently plaguing the Legion?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Vince Colletta
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 256

"This is your Life -- and Death, Brainiac 5"

The Legion commandeers an amusement park in an attempt to cure Brainiac 5. Will they be successful, or is the Legionnaire doomed forever?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 257

"Who Stole the Legion?"

Some of the Legionnaires investigate the disappearance of R.J. Brande's wealth as their teammates deal with the aftermath of Brainiac 5's "cure." Who is responsible for bankrupting the Legion's benefactor?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris

"Once a Legionnaire"

When the colonists of Wondil IX discover that they have two former Legionnaires in their midst, Duo Damsel and Bouncing Boy must teach them to fend for themselves. But will their plan work?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Steve Ditko & Dan Adkins
Editor: Jack C. Harris


Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes # 258

"The Mind-Attack of the Psycho-Warrior"

As the Legion confronts the man accused of stealing R.J. Brande's wealth, an inmate escapes from an mental institution, intent on revenge against the Legion. Who is he, and why does he hate the Legion so?

Writer: Gerry Conway
Artists: Joe Staton & Dave Hunt
Editor: Jack C. Harris



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