By taking Ivy and Harley to Metropolis, Season 5 of Harley Quinn can explore the weird history of Kryptonite across DC stories.
uses its beloved satirical tone to joke about the weirdest aspects of Superman’s history. In the first episode, the show follows Ivy and Harley as they crash into a gala event at Metropolis Museum, where the Man of Steel’s legacy is being honored. As part of the exhibition, there are replicas of colored pieces of Kryptonite, each with a tag that describes their effects on Superman. Of course, we have the classic Green Kryptonite, which drains Superman’s power.
The exhibition’s Red Kryptonite display, marked only as causing “Random Effects,” represents one of the most unpredictable artifacts in DC Comics history. First appearing in 1949’s#61, this variant was created when regular Kryptonite passed through a mysterious red cloud in space, fundamentally altering its radiation signature. Red K is particularly frightening because its effects manifest differently with each exposure, lasting anywhere from 24 to 72 hours.
The White Kryptonite section, labeled “Kill Plants,” might appear less threatening than its counterparts, but it’s still quite dangerous. Created when normal Kryptonite underwent cosmic radiation exposure, this variant emits a unique frequency that destroys plant life at the cellular level. While seemingly less relevant to Superman’s rogues gallery, its presence in the museum foreshadows trouble for Poison Ivy. A single piece could devastate entire ecosystems, running Ivy’s work in Metropolis.
Finally, the Pink Kryptonite exhibit, noted for its ability to “Swap Gender,” represents a significant reimagining of one of DC’s more controversial artifacts. First appearing in 2003’s#79, Pink K originally altered Superman’s sexual orientation, relying on dated stereotypes for comedic effect. The story portrayed Superman suddenly expressing interest in Jimmy Olsen while making stereotypically gay remarks, a portrayal that was criticized for trivializing LGBTQ+ identities.
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