Superboy is a fictional superhero appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. He is often depicted as a younger version of Superman, possessing similar powers such as super strength, flight, and heat vision. Superboy's character has gone through various iterations, with the most notable being Kon-El, a clone created from Superman and Lex Luthor's DNA. Superboy first appeared in Adventure Comics #252 in 1960. Over the years, he has been a member of various superhero teams, including the Teen Titans. His stories often explore themes of identity, responsibility, and the challenges of growing up with extraordinary abilities.