Ep 13. Kinetic

Clark begins to feel the strain of his responsibilities as both a superhero and a high school student in Smallville season 1 episode 13, titled "Kinetic." After finding out that a new student, Tyler, has been using his meteorite-enhanced powers to move cars and perform other impressive feats, Clark becomes jealous of the attention Tyler is receiving from his classmates.

Meanwhile, Lex is dealing with his own demons as he tries to come to terms with the death of his father and his increasingly strained relationship with his mother. He turns to a dangerous and addictive form of kryptonite to numb the pain, putting himself and others in danger.

As Clark tries to reconcile his jealousy with his desire to help Tyler, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions when Tyler's powers begin to spiral out of control. In the climactic scene of the episode, Clark must use all of his powers to stop Tyler from wreaking havoc on the town of Smallville and causing irreparable damage.

Overall, "Kinetic" is a gripping episode that delves deep into the emotional struggles of its characters. It proves that even superheroes are not immune to feelings of envy and powerlessness, and that it takes more than just physical strength to be a hero. With its nuanced writing, strong performances, and thrilling action sequences, this episode is a standout in the first season of Smallville.