[s10e22] Protection -

: Clark finally masters the ability to fly, symbolizing his ultimate release from the physical and emotional tethers of his past.

: Rather than just physically fighting, he moves Apokolips out of orbit, breaking Darkseid's hold over the world and becoming a beacon of hope. [S10E22] Protection

The finale pits Clark against Darkseid, a spiritual force of darkness that preys on inner doubt. To protect the Earth from the approaching planet Apokolips, Clark must move beyond individual acts of heroism to become a symbol. This transition is visually and narratively cemented when Clark: : Clark finally masters the ability to fly,