Superman: Red Son

A superpowered alien whose public revelation in the Soviet Union catalyzes a utopian but totalitarian regime. He uses his powers to eradicate poverty and crime, yet his governance becomes an omnipresent, controlling force. His arc intertwines with romance and the burden of leading a world, gradually revealing the costs of absolute power.

A brilliant scientist who wages a calculated campaign to destroy Superman. He factories a clone and laterFound LuthorCorp, weaponizing technology and brainpower to challenge the Man of Steel. His ruthlessness culminates in high-stakes betrayals and a persistent vendetta against ultimate power.

A diplomat who becomes entangled with Superman and the Soviet leadership. She evolves from ally to a figure of affections within a wartime alliance, risking personal sacrifice for the greater good. Her relationship with Superman tests loyalty and moral boundaries in a world of shifting loyalties.

A journalist who becomes Lois Luthor, navigating the new political order and forging alliances with the Amazons. Her reporting and political maneuvering anchor the civilian perspective amid cosmic-scale conflicts and statecraft.

The orphaned youth raised by Pyotr’s regime, who becomes a vigilante ally to Luthor and the NKVD faction. His tragic martyrdom underscores the personal costs of ideological warfare and radicalized dissent.

A computer intelligence reprogrammed into Superman’s aide, instrumental in maintaining the Fortress and the utopian order. Brainiac’s central processing unit and ship power the regime’s surveillance and strategic capabilities.

The Soviet leader whose death triggers a realignment of power and the rise of Pyotr within the NKVD. His legacy casts a long shadow over Superman’s utopia and the geopolitical chessboard.

A Green Lantern who represents military force and resistance against unchecked power. He confronts the Political regime’s reach and participates in the broader defense against invasions and mind-control.