Talk:Hank Henshaw

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HOW DOES THE CYBORG STILL EXIST???

The Cyborg as appearing in OYL, has all the powers and abilities he did prior to Inifite Crisis, but just prior to IC, Superman's canonical origin was changed from the Man of Steel origin to the Birthright. In doing so, the birthing matrix was removed from continuity and along with it the source of The Cyborg's Supermanesque powers and technology. I hope the answer is not the Superboy-Prime "punch."

Actually, the bits and pieces of Superman's "new" post-IC origin contain both Man of Steel and Birthright. With writers being able to pick and choose, pretty much anything is possible. Even if they choose the birthright origin, they could just say he got a hold of the stardrive and therefore had access to Kryptonian technology and Superman's DNA. Exvicious 06:52, 17 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Toys Question

I added a 'Toys' section for this article, as the Cyborg has appeared in action figure form at least once, but I have a couple of questions about the information:

(1) I've heard that the DC Direct Cyborg Superman figure is rare, evidenced partially by the high prices the toy typically sells for when it does appear (I've seen from $100 - $500). One ebay auction I checked claimed only 4000 copies of the figure were ever produced, but I was unable to verify that anywhere. Does anyone have any more concrete information about this toy's rarity?

(2) Concerning the 2006 Microman Cyborg Superman figure, does anyone know for sure whether that toy is intended to be THE Cyborg Superman or just Superman-as-a-cyborg? I have a copy of the toy myself, but can't read the Japanese packaging.

Scantron 00:16, 26 October 2006 (EST)

Problem with the links on the page

For some reason all the links below a point are all red, even the ones in the link box at the bottum.

Why is this article named "Hank Henshaw"??

It should be moved to Cyborg Superman, since that's his handle in most DC Compendiums (long after D&R of Superman). If no one responds within a few days, I will move it myself. Johnnyfog 20:28, 15 September 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Shortly after the Reign of the Superman storyline, and up until his recent return in Green Lantern, he was known simply as the Cyborg in the comics. --DrBat 04:51, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Superman vs. Terminator

How come there's no entry for this, seeing Cyborg Superman played a considerable role in this story as well? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Takeshi357 (talk • contribs) 22:27, 24 September 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Image Problem

I find that DrBat's problem with the image used is not shared by other members of Wikipedia; also, the image which he supplied as a replacement is muddled with captions and background details, and is thus not a clear representation of the character nor of his new costume. The subject of his wearing glasses is neither here nor there, as the Caption for the image clearly states that they are the glasses of 'His Arch-Nemesis, Superman'. It is also far more representative of the character as a whole, in that he has vanquished Superman, his enemy, and is challenged byt he JLA, his other enemies. Thus, there is no logical reason to change the image. SaliereTheFish 15:34, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

It doesn't matter what the caption states; he doesn't wear glasses like that. Therefore, it's not representative of the character.

Not to mention, you didn't even source your image right (the url you gave has an earlier, less detailed version of the cover). --DrBat 17:39, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

It's one minor detail, and the reader can work out from both the image and the rest of the article that he just took the glasses off Superman. And what on earth has sourcing got to do with it?SaliereTheFish 18:03, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

It's not a minor detail.

And images on Wikipedia need to be properly sourced. --DrBat 18:10, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Your petty will does not represent the majority of Wikipedian opinion. You were wrong to upload that image because there was no-one to concur with your theory that it was inappropriate, nor had you placed the issue in this discussion so as to glean opinions for or against the change. As it is, you are the only peron who wishes that image removed. SaliereTheFish 20:05, 7 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

I have added the source (which SaliereTheFish provided when they first uploaded the image but it seems it got lost in the mix somewhere along the line.

Also it is clear from the image why he is wearing glasses - he has just attacked Clark Kent, tearing open his suit to reveal his Superman uniform and is toying with the glasses in an insulting/triumphal manner. It is obvious from the context that the artist isn't suggesting that the character will be depicted wearing glasses. Clearly if a better image presents itself then it could be swapped in but given the history of disputes over that image it'd be wise to discuss it here first and come to a consensus. This goes for the other images on this page too just so we can avoid any unpleasantness and mess. (Emperor 13:50, 18 October 2007 (UTC))[reply]

I agree with the statement directly above, the first thing that came to mind after seeing that picture was the fact that he (in his own little deluded world) was trying to follow through with his ruse of being "Superman reborn", wheither in jest or in seriousness, I'm not sure. I think the picture shows a perfect example of his origins (when trying to pass himself off as a Cyberneticly ressurected Superman), all the while showing the viewers just what kind of mental state this poor sap is in (assuming what I said was correct, he may actually think he's the real superman resurrected, didn't read the comics, so I can't give an opinion there). There are maybe other, better images out there I suppose, and like Emporer said, just swap em', some of you tend to get all hot and bothered by nothing, it's not that big of a deal, really, if I need to I'll photoshop the glasses out if that will make the constant bickering go away :P —Preceding unsigned comment added by Victis Kato (talk • contribs) 06:16, 12 December 2007 (UTC)[reply]

re Photoshopping: That would be trading up to a bigger problem. It ain't our image. We don't have license to digitally add or remove elements to the art. Crop yes, rework no. - J Greb (talk) 00:21, 13 December 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Infobox image

This issue has been discussed here and a consensus reached on which is the best one to use (which is the one currently in place - as of the time I started typing this). The project is looking to try and aim for stability in inobox images (as there was a trend to change them when a new one appeared) and so if anyone wants to swap the image it'd be best to discuss it here first and try and arrive at a consensus rather than swapping it back and forth. (Emperor 19:08, 18 October 2007 (UTC))[reply]

New category?

Shouldn't Hank be added to the "Fictional Immortal" list? He's obviously far above and beyond any Kryptonian or similarly powered individual and has survived worse damage then most characters in DC. I mean, just recently he survived War World exploding at point blank. This explosion was meant to kill the Anti-Monitor and was said to be powerful enough to wipe out a galaxy.