Superman’s Ex-Girlfriend Returns to the DC Universe: What Lois Should Know

WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35!

Throughout comic book history, Superman and Lois Lane have become a legendary couple, often overshadowing past romantic entanglements involving the Man of Steel. DC Comics is now revitalizing the narrative by reintroducing one of Superman’s significant former loves, leading to intriguing and dramatic developments.

Among these past loves is Lori Lemaris, a character with deep ties to Clark Kent’s romantic history. In fact, Clark proposed to her, highlighting her importance.

In the latest issue of Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35, penned by Mark Waid with art by Adrián Gutiérrez, our heroes embark on a critical underwater quest to assist Aquaman. They confront a violent epidemic troubling Atlantis, compelling them to seek answers by investigating the source of this plague.

During their mission, Superman, Batman, and Robin encounter a familiar face: Lori Lemaris, the mermaid who once held Superman’s heart. The meeting, while fraught with potential awkwardness, exudes warmth as both Clark and Lori express genuine joy in reuniting.

Lori Lemaris Returns to the DC Universe: Who Is Superman’s Mermaid Girlfriend?

Art from Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35 (2025) – by Adrián Gutiérrez

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Lori Lemaris first appeared in Superman #129 (1959), where she and Clark met during their time at Metropolis University. To disguise her mermaid identity, Lori presented herself as a student who used a wheelchair. Although their relationship spanned just a single issue, it remains memorable due to Clark’s marriage proposal, which Lori turned down, revealing the vast differences in their worlds. Despite their breakup, their friendship continued, establishing Lori as a recurring character in Superman’s narrative arcs.

This issue also provides context to their history; Batman clarifies to Robin that Lori is a telepathic mermaid from Tritonis who shared a brief romance with Clark. Currently, Lori is married to King Ronal. While Lori and Clark seem thrilled to reconnect, the King displays palpable hostility toward Superman, Batman, and Robin’s intrusion. When Bruce Wayne offers assistance, Ronal storms off in silence, hinting that the situation is brewing with tension.

A Shocking Confrontation: Superman’s Ex-Girlfriend’s Husband Attacks the Man of Steel

Art from Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35 (2025) – by Adrián Gutiérrez

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In a surprising twist, Lori confides in Superman that her husband, King Ronal, intends to launch an offensive against the Poseidonians, whom he blames for the plague devastating Tritonis. Despite Superman’s attempts to mediate, Ronal reacts violently, utilizing magic to overpower the Man of Steel. The roots of Ronal’s resentment—whether directed at Superman’s landwalker identity or his past relationship with Lori—remain ambiguous, but one thing is clear: this unexpected reunion has introduced a wave of drama into Superman’s life that promises to escalate.

The tensions and revelations in Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35 highlight the complexities of past relationships and their influence on heroic adventures. Be sure to check out the latest installment from DC Comics!

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