There's a whole lot coming up on season nine of Smallville.

For example, viewers can look forward to an appearance by members of the Justice League of America.

All guest stars and new characters will pale in comparison to what fans are really looking forward to, however: Clark's new Superman look.

The CW has released new publicity stills for the series, the main one of which features star Tom Welling in a darker, part-Batman, part-Neo Superman costume. What do you think of it?

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