The countdown to James Gunn’sSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrowis on, and ahead ofSupergirl’s DCU debut, DC is bringing back one of her best villains in the heroine’s new comic series. To make things even more exciting, Kara Zor-El will also team up with Lex Luthor’s daughter, Lena Luthor, to face this returning foe.
July solicitations forDC’sSummer of Supermaninitiativehave just dropped, featuring a flood of Superman and Super-Family-centric titles. Among the most notable additions is the teaser for Sophie Campbell’sSupergirl#3, officially set to hit comic book shelves on July 29, 2025.
What stands out in this teaser is thatDC finally confirms the return of a classic Supergirl villain, Satan Girl.Long-time fans of the Maiden of Might might recognize the name immediately, while more casual readers may be left wondering who this villain is and what her history with Supergirl entails. Luckily, we have the answers.
DC’s Satan Girl Explained: Supergirl’s Most Sinister Enemy
Variant Cover by Homare forSupergirl#3 (2025)
Over the years, several characters have taken on the name Satan Girl, with the first, and perhaps most notable, being Kara’s clone, who debuted inAdventure Comics#313 (1963).She was created after Supergirl was accidentally exposed to red Kryptoniteand attempted to prolong her existence by infecting members of the Legion of Super-Heroes. Ultimately, she was defeated by Supergirl and the Legion of Super-Pets and died once the Kryptonite’s effects wore off. Since Kara will be dealing with identity fraud and battling someone posing as her in her new series, it’s highly likely this clone version of Satan Girl is making a comeback.
However,DC’s synopsis hints that the imposter Supergirland Satan Girl may be separate entities: “It’s Supergirl versus Supergirl in a fight for the ages! Plus, the debut of Satan Girl?!”Much about the villain remains a mystery, but one thing is clear, the modern redesign is unforgettable. The issue’s cover art features a split image of Supergirl and Satan Girl, with the right side revealing a chalk-white-skinned, pink-eyed, pupil-less woman wearing a black cowl and razor-sharp red nails. Even fans unfamiliar with Satan Girl will be drawn in by her eerie, striking look.
Supergirl & Lena Luthor Join Forces to Battle Satan Girl
Variant Cover by Stanley“Artgerm”Lau forSupergirl#3 (2025)
Given that it’s still unclear whether Supergirl will be facing multiple villains, it’s a good thing she won’t be alone. Joined by Lena Luthor, this promises to be one of DC’s most exciting team-ups in recent years. Lena has been a recurring character in DC’s ongoingSupermanseries, so her inclusion inSupergirlfeels like a natural next step. Watching Lena’s brains and Kara’s brawn work together will also create an exceptionally entertaining dynamic. All in all, there’s plenty to look forward to in this newSupergirlseries, beyond just the return of Satan Girl.
Supergirl and the daughter of Lex Luthor, Lena, have come together to battle a common enemy posing as Midvale’s very own Supergirl! Will Lena’s brains and Kara’s brawn be a match for the super-powered supergenius from Kandor? It’s Supergirl versus Supergirl in a fight for the ages! Plus, the debut of Satan Girl?! In addition to interior art, Campbell provides the main and variant covers with Stanley “Artgerm” Lau, Homare, and Joëlle Jones.
