He's a childhood icon with super-speed, using his powers to reward the good. Yes, the parallels between Superman and Santa are finally explored in this week's DC Universe Holiday Special. Click through for a preview.

Amongst the stories in this year's Festive Anthology is this somewhat unexpected secret origin of Santa Claus... who is, apparently, the Last Son of Some Random Christmas Planet. Who'd'a thunk it?

The DC Universe Holiday Special hits stores on Wednesday, and stockings the following week. Ho ho ho.

[DC Comics]