“S” Shield on the Cape – Poll Results

I think it it looks cool and gives Superman’s cape a point of distinction making it more than just a big red cloth. Also if you’re going to repeat the symbol I prefer the back of the cape to having it on his belt or boots or his shoulder or a gazillon tiny S’s all over the suit.

Well with this change of direction that WB is going with DC and the inevitable rebooting and unfortunate recasting of the character, we may see a more classic costume in the future, complete with briefs and an S on the cape.
How many years we will have to wait is the only question. Doing the math on what WB has in production it could be 5 to 7 or more years.
The whole situation is very disappointing and frustrating as a fan.

(off topic) New home page format is horrible!

I really like the “S-shield” on the back of Superman’s cape. When I was growing up I always felt that it was classic and it set Superman’s cape apart from other characters who wore capes. And then when “The Death Of Superman” comic book came out, I remember seeing his S-shield on the back of his cape just flapping in the wind as it was torn by Doomsday on the cover of that comic book. It shocked me and I’ll always remember that. I hope the future live-action versions of Superman will have his classic S-shield on the back of… Read more »

I like the S on the back of the cape because it adds to the cape. So it’s not just red that I see. It gives detail. It’s interesting that there’s different variations of the S on the cape. There’s the solid gold look, the black design from new 52, and if I’m not mistaken there’s also one where the S and the diamond boarders are gold while the inside is red like the rest of the cape.