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'Smallville's Best Villain Wasn't Lex Luthor

This 'Smallville' baddie makes all other villains kneel before him.

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Smallville introduced a new era of superhero television and proved that comic book heroes could work on the small screen.
General Zod became Superman's arch-enemy in Smallville, surpassing Lex Luthor, and his role in the show influenced major events in Clark Kent's life.
The character of General Zod had a complex history with the House of El, extending back to Krypton, and his impact on the show was significant, with two versions of the character appearing and leaving a lasting impression.