Best Times Superman Lost His Powers, And How They Showed He's Still a Hero

The article explores Superman’s heroism through moments when he lost his powers, arguing that his real strengths are his will, hope, and heart rather than his abilities alone. It frames the character as a hero whose power set often expands against escalating threats, but emphasizes that depowering stories create stakes without adding an equivalent level of danger. The piece highlights scenarios including Superman vs. Muhammad Ali, set under a red sun, where Superman takes heavy punishment and ultimately loses after Ali tries to force a technical knockout. It also references Superman’s long-running rivalry with Lex Luthor and introduces Superman (1939) #61 as a key example, though the excerpt cuts off before the full details. Overall, the article positions these power-loss episodes as demonstrations of resilience and character.