In the Smallville episode (9x03), Metropolis is struck by a zombie-like virus . The virus, created from Kryptonian enzymes by one of Major Zod's soldiers, transforms infected humans into aggressive "rabid" creatures within hours. Key Plot Points
Watch the emotional moment where Clark holds Lois in the rain as the cure begins to take effect: Smallville 9x03 Rabbia virale
: Chloe Sullivan and Hamilton "seed" storm clouds with the cure. As the rain falls, Clark holds an infected Lois in his arms, waiting for the transformation to reverse. In the Smallville episode (9x03), Metropolis is struck
: The virus is released into the air, quickly infecting the city. Tess Mercer is one of the first victims, leading Clark Kent and Dr. Emil Hamilton to investigate. As the rain falls, Clark holds an infected
: Lois Lane is bitten and begins to turn while trapped at the Daily Planet . Oliver Queen , struggling with his own personal downward spiral, arrives to help but is hesitant to fully return to his Green Arrow persona.