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Kid Supreme #1 – 3

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by Comic Books Library July 31, 2025
Kid Supreme #1 – 3


Kid Supreme #1–3: A Modern Take on Legacy Heroism

Genre

🩾‍♂️ Superhero
🌌 Science Fiction
đŸ”„ Action/Adventure

Main Characters

  • Kid Supreme (Danny Fuller) – A young hero stepping into the massive shoes of Supreme, armed with immense powers and teenage uncertainty.

  • Supreme – The original powerhouse superhero whose legacy looms large over Danny’s journey.

  • The League of Infinity – A mysterious collective of time-spanning heroes guiding or complicating Danny’s path.

  • Professor Nocturne – A scientific genius with questionable ethics, shaping much of the conflict in the early issues.

Writer

✍️ Eric Stephenson
Known for blending coming-of-age themes with high-concept superhero narratives, Stephenson brings emotional resonance and sharp pacing to Kid Supreme.

Artist

🎹 Rob Liefeld (Layouts & Covers)
🖌️ Jeff Matsuda (Interior Art)
Matsuda’s bold lines and dynamic character design pair perfectly with Liefeld’s explosive visual tone, creating a visually punchy experience.

Editor Details

📝 Eric Stephenson also served as editor, ensuring narrative consistency and staying true to the universe established by the wider Supreme mythos.

Publisher and Brand

🏱 Image Comics / Maximum Press
Kid Supreme was published under Rob Liefeld’s Maximum Press imprint, a spin-off from Image Comics, known for its gritty, creator-owned superhero titles.

Release Year

📅 1996

Brief Plot Summary

Kid Supreme #1–3 follows Danny Fuller, a high school student who discovers he is the heir to the incredible powers of Supreme. Struggling to balance school, identity, and super-responsibilities, Danny must grow into a role that even grown heroes would fear. As he battles strange enemies, explores mysterious dimensions, and unravels the secrets of Supreme's legacy, Danny learns that power without purpose is meaningless—and that heroism comes with a cost. đŸ’„

Notable Arcs or Storylines

🌀 "Legacy Awakened" (Issues #1–2) – Danny first grapples with his inherited powers and the existential pressure of being the "next Supreme."
🚀 "Time Crisis" (Issue #3) – A time-displacement twist involving the League of Infinity throws Danny into alternate timelines and introduces philosophical dilemmas around destiny and free will.

Fan Theories or Interpretations

🔍 Some fans speculate that Danny is not a true heir, but a multiversal variant of Supreme himself—raising questions about fate and identity across dimensions. Others interpret his struggles as a meta-commentary on Image Comics’ generational shifts, with Kid Supreme representing the post-’90s reinvention of superhero archetypes.

Review Summary

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
Kid Supreme impresses with vibrant art and fast-paced storytelling, making it a standout in 90s teen superhero comics. Matsuda’s expressive panels inject youthful energy, while Stephenson crafts a layered narrative that explores legacy, responsibility, and the pains of growing up. Though slightly compressed over three issues, the character development is heartfelt, and the themes resonate beyond the cape-and-tights format. A must-read for fans of legacy heroes and Image Comics' golden era. 🚀💬


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Kid Supreme #1 – 3
Language : English