Clark Kent

## Superman

* Superman
* Clark Kent

## Gallery

Apt 3-DMetropolis

* Fortress of Solitude

***"I stand for truth, justice and a better tomorrow"***

-- Superman

## **Overview**

**Clark Kent**, known to the world as Superman, stands as a symbol of hope, justice, and unparalleled heroism. Originating from the doomed planet Krypton, he was sent to Earth as a child, endowed with incredible powers and a destiny to become mankind's greatest protector. With unwavering resolve and a heart fuelled by compassion, Clark utilises his extraordinary abilities to safeguard the world and ignite a beacon of inspiration in the hearts of people everywhere.

## **History**

### **Krypton: 1980 - 1983**

Krypton, the third planet from the red sun Rao, was once home to a great civilisation of scientifically advanced beings and breathtaking landscapes. However, the Kryptonians' relentless pursuit of scientific advancement led them to drill into the planet's core, causing instability and geological tremors.

Jor-El, the head of Krypton's science council, warned that this constant drilling would eventually lead to the planet's destruction. However, the Kryptonian High Council, driven by their thirst for power and progress, dismissed Jor-El's theory and threatened to imprison him if he continued to spread it.

Despite the council's opposition, Jor-El and his wife Lara Lor-Van were determined to save their newborn son, Kal-El, from the fate of their people. They spent a year searching for a suitable planet that could support Kryptonian life, while the tremors on their home planet grew increasingly frequent and destructive.

Jor-El enlisted the help of his brother Zor-El in Argo City, to create spacecrafts for their journey. After extensive research, Jor-El discovered Terra, a planet orbiting a yellow sun that could support Kryptonian life and provide enhanced abilities to its inhabitants. However, Jor-El was troubled by the knowledge that his people's greed had led to Krypton's demise, and he did not want to condemn Terra to the same fate.

After much discussion, Jor-El, Lara Lor-Van, and Zor-El agreed to send only their children to Terra. They completed the spacecrafts and prepared to launch them. Jor-El and Lara Lor-Van sent their only son on his one way journey to safety, however, unknown to them, Argo City had vanished from the face of the planet, along with Zor-El and his daughter Kara Zor-El.

### **Early Life: 1983 - 1987**

The journey took roughly a year, during which Kal-El's spacecraft traveled through the vast expanse of space towards his new home. Finally, the spacecraft entered Terra's atmosphere and encountered a meteor shower, scattering debris across the planet's surface.\

One of the fragments landed in Smallville, Kansas, where it rained down on the planets surface like a meteor shower. It so happened that Jonathan and Martha Kent were driving down the road when they saw something strange in the sky. Upon investigation, they discovered Kal-El's spacecraft and the infant inside.

Being kind-hearted people, the couple took the baby in as their own son, despite not being able to have children of their own. They named the child Clark, after Martha's grandfather, and vowed to raise him as if he were their own flesh and blood.

Jonathan Kent knew that the spacecraft and its contents were of extraterrestrial origin and decided to keep it a secret, even from Clark. He stowed the spacecraft in the barn and buried any evidence of its existence. He believed that revealing the truth about Clark's origins could put him in danger, so he decided to keep it a secret until the time was right.

Thus began Clark's life on Earth, raised by the loving and caring Jonathan and Martha Kent, who instilled in him the values of honesty, kindness, and justice. Little did they know that their adopted son possessed incredible abilities beyond that of any human being.

In 1987, Clark Kent embarked on his educational journey as he enrolled in Smallville Elementary. Little did he know that this step would mark the beginning of lifelong friendships and extraordinary discoveries. It was during his time at Smallville Elementary that Clark had the pleasure of meeting two individuals who would play significant roles in his life: Pete Ross and Chloe Sullivan.

### **Clark Kent: 1988 - 2001**

In 1994, Clark's journey through adolescence took a new turn when he advanced to Middle School. During this time, his admiration for Lana Lang, his neighbor, blossomed into a full-fledged crush, adding a layer of excitement and complexity to his teenage years.

By 1997, Clark made a significant transition to Smallville High School, facing new challenges and experiences that would shape his future. His inherited superhuman abilities began to manifest more prominently as he navigated the halls of the school. The first power to manifest was his enhanced strength, which he discovered one night while inadvertently propelling garbage bags with an astonishing force.

The discovery of this newfound strength fuelled Clark's desire to become part of the Smallville High Football Team, a dream he pursued clandestinely, succeeding in securing a spot. However, his parents advised caution, emphasising the importance of using his abilities selflessly and guiding him towards a noble path.

At 17, Clark's powers took a significant leap, prompting his adoptive parents, Ma and Pa Kent, to reveal his extraterrestrial origins and help him navigate this transformative phase of awe, confusion, and responsibility. Devoting most of his free time to exploring his strength in the vast fields, he sought to gain precise control over his immense abilities through dedicated training.

Clark also understood the need to harness and master his heightened senses, delving into the practice of meditation to sharpen and fine-tune his sensory perceptions, unlocking the full potential of his remarkable faculties.

These experiences led Clark to develop a profound interest in journalism, collaborating with companions Chloe and Pete to expose the covert operations of a Luthor Corp facility. Immersed in investigative reporting, he found purpose in uncovering hidden truths and holding individuals and institutions accountable for their actions.

By the age of 18, Clark's physical prowess had reached incredible heights, showcasing astonishing strength, speed, vision, and an acute sense of smell. Guided by the wisdom of his parents, he quietly embraced a selfless mission to aid those around him, becoming a source of hope and support in the lives of the Smallville residents."

### **Self Discovery: 2002 - 2004**

At 19, Clark set off on a global journey to explore human cultures, carrying cherished tokens from his Kryptonian heritage—a crystalline device and his grandfather's ring. He delved into diverse traditions, learned from monks in East Asia, served as a missionary in India, and aimed to aid humanity wherever he went.

While in Russia, the glowing crystal began to lead him to a buried Kryptonian spacecraft located at the North Pole. Inside, he met a holographic projection of his Kryptonian parents, Jor-El and Lara Lor-Van, who unveiled his true Kryptonian lineage, powers, and the purpose of the scout ship. They gifted him a key to the fortress, his sanctuary on Earth.

Returning to Smallville, Clark shared his journey's tales with friends and family, reserving his extraterrestrial encounters for his parents. Inspired by his heritage, Clark envisioned a greater impact on the world and, with Ma and Pa's help, designed a Kryptonian-inspired costume with the emblem of Clark's Kryptonian family stretched proudly across his chest, a symbol of his unique heritage and unwavering commitment to uphold justice and protect the innocent.

### **Superman: 2005 - 2006**

In his pursuit of a journalism career and opportunities to help, Clark faced challenges in Metropolis due to lack of qualifications. He approached the Daily Planet with hopes to impress editor Perry White, who set a high standard for a groundbreaking scoop. Clark used his parents' support to secure a modest apartment and took a delivery job, considering every step a building block for his future.

One day, a distressed news report caught his attention—a plane in peril. Driven by purpose, Clark swiftly donned his costume and leaped into action. He managed a daring rescue, saving the imperilled plane and its passengers, capturing the public's awe. Clark quickly wrote a report on the incident and submitted it to Mr White, who recognised the potential for their paper to report on Metropoli's emerging superhero, deciding to take Clark on as an intern.

Clark relished his time at the Daily Planet and found himself drawn to another intern, Lois Lane. Though she seemed indifferent, Clark couldn't help but sense that she occasionally stole glances in his direction. As an intern, he wasn't given many chances to write for the paper, his work mainly consisted of running documents to other floors and occasionally proof reading pieces for spelling mistakes.

Clark's adventures as Superman were much more lively, stopping bank robbers, preventing car accidents, saving falling people, Clark loved being able to help.

With access to advanced Kryptonian technology, Clark engineered a fresh costume using durable Kryptonian fiber, as his original one had worn down from his numerous exploits.

## **Threat Assessment**

### **Powers:**

* Kryptonian Physiology:
	+ Solar Radiation Absorption: Clark's cells absorb yellow sunlight which give him his powers:
		- Enhanced Strength
		- Enhanced Speed
		- Enhanced Stamina
		- Flight
		- Heat Vision
		- Invulnerability
		- Enhanced Senses
			* Enhanced Hearing
			* Enhanced Smell
			* Enhanced Vision
				+ X-Ray Vision
				+ Thermal Vision
				+ Telescopic Vision
				+ Microscopic Vision
			* Longevity
			* Super-Breath

### **Skills:**

* Acting
* Astronomy
* Astrology
* Disguise
* Hand-to-Hand Combat (advanced)
* Indomitable Will
* Intelligence
* Investigation
* Leadership
* Multilingualism:
	+ English
	+ Kryptonese
	+ Spanish
* Tactical Analysis

### **Weaknesses:**

* Kryptonite
* Red Solar Radiation
* Magic
* Psionics

### **Equipment:**

* Superman Costume
* Phantom Zone Projector