McKone, Mike - Superman #151 p.10 - Doomsday Battle Splash!

Superman vs. Doomsday: A Battle for the Ages!

This explosive, high-impact splash page from Superman #151 (1999), masterfully pencilled by Mike McKone and inked by Marlo Alquiza, captures the sheer brutality of one of the most infamous battles in comic book history: Superman vs. Doomsday, from the now classic Death of Superman storyline! The composition is pure chaos and destruction, as Doomsday’s monstrous form erupts from the debris, fists clenched, ready to tear through anything in his path. Superman, caught in the devastation, is hurled back, his body twisting mid-air, engulfed by the sheer force of the battle.

McKone’s cinematic perspective and foreshortening give this piece an almost 3D effect, making it feel as though you’re witnessing this legendary battle unfold firsthand. Alquiza’s precise, sharp inking adds depth and texture, highlighting every crack in Doomsday’s rocky hide and the force of Superman’s battered form.

The final touch—a haunting caption at the bottom—adds a chilling sense of tragedy and inevitability to the moment:

"I think we all died a little that day..."

For collectors of Superman battle pages, Doomsday lore, or just jaw-dropping superhero action, this is a standout piece. It’s a brilliant mix of power, storytelling, and atmosphere, capturing the raw energy that makes Superman comics so timeless. A must-have for any serious collection!