Kingdom Come

Based on the Marvel Comics series "Marvels", “Kingdom Come” is a DC comic series written by Alex Ross in 1996.

When it comes to the storyline, like any other DC’s Elseworld storyline Kingdom Come has its own distinct timeline and acts as a separate arc in and of itself.

The series circulates around a religious minister Norman Mccay who was created specifically for this miniseries.

The story is set on a world where all of DC’s iconic heroes are faced with civil war against the new generation of heroes, causing it to be destroyed.

The reason for the war takes place beforehand, as all our heroes, such as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman, have left and are replaced with a new breed of heroes, who while battling villains caused massive civilian casualties as these new heroes had no regard for such things.

Just like Norman, you guys might be wondering: “How did all this happen and what was the cause of it?”

The reason is disclosed when Norman Mccay receives a visit from the Spector who acts as a hand of god, punishing those who act unjust. He requests Norman to accompany him into judging who should be allowed to live and who should be allowed to die.

Spector explains that the Joker had poisoned the entire Daily Planet killing everyone and then was captured and killed by Magog. Instead of being asked for justification he was praised by everyone.

Coming to the present day, in order to put a stop to this war, the government launches a Nuclear Warhead. Shazam stops the warhead, killing himself and several others in the process.

Drowning with grief and in a state of revenge, Superman is consoled by Norman, coming to his senses.

In the end Superman leaves humanity in their own hands, to make decisions and govern themselves.

What this issue makes up emphasis on is that “no matter how strong and powerful you are, restraint is important. Everyone needs to a little humility and understanding. Killing and being vengeful is never the answer.”