1. Drop the reporter gig: Clark Kent is 1930's outdated crap and lame. Him as a nerdy journalist never resonated. Make him a humble farmboy who runs his own thing. He's blue-collar, grounded, and actually relatable. It fits his roots better and feels more authentic.

2. Fix his power system: The sun-powered stuff is vague and overpowered. Give him a Source-based energy system so he can train, grow, and earn his strength like Goku. Adds tension and character development.

3. Give him a real rival: Zod could be his Vegeta. The precedent is there. Someone who challenges him and pushes him to evolve. Also, Lana Lang makes more sense as his partner than Lois if you're leaning into the rural angle. She is a better waifu, hands down.

4. Let Superman enjoy being a hero. Goku smiles, trains, protects, and inspires. Superman should too. Less god complex, more heart.