


The rapid devolution and anarchy that took place in the absence of Superman and Batman's well known "no killing" code showed readers why there are lines that superheroes should never cross. Kingdom Come's depiction of the brash and unchecked younger heroes' recklessness and how without responsibility, power can become destructive is also a reminder of the famous Spider-Man code. The story covers how when the ethical heroes abandon their role as a leader, something far worse fills that void. The destruction and near anarchic values of the younger heroes forces Superman into an out-of-character decision - in order to police his own, he imprisons the unruly heroes.

With Magog sent away into hiding, Superman begins to approach heroes, both old and new, with an offer to reform the Justice League and restore order. However, when a tragedy strikes, Superman heeds the call from Wonder Woman to come out of retirement for the betterment of the world.
