Early Black characters in North American comics were often missing or inadequately represented, more frequently portrayed as harmful caricatures than intelligent heroes.
Things started to improve when the Civil Rights movement gained traction in the 1960s, while persistent problems with representation continue to this day. Numerous significant Black characters have appeared in popular comic books, and their tales have played a crucial role in the genre’s development.
We have now produced a list of the top 20 black superheroines to honor the country’s recent social changes as well as the long history of black comic book heroes.
These characters hail from various comic book publishers, and we’ll tell you a little about them. Some of them are published by DC Comics, some by Marvel Comics, and still more by other companies.
Check out our list of the most acceptable black comic book characters overall!
1. Storm – Marvel Comics
| Storm Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Storm – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Giant-Size X-Men #1 (May 1975) |
| Created by | Len Wein, Dave Cockrum |
| Alter Ego | Ororo Munroe |
| Species | Human mutant |
| Place of Origin | New York City |
| Notable Aliases | Weather Witch, White King, Windrider |
| Abilities | Atmokinesis, Flight, Ecological empathy, Temperature and pressure resistance |
| Background | Descended from a long line of African witch-priestesses, Storm is a member of a fictional subspecies of humans born with superhuman abilities known as mutants. She possesses the power to control the weather and atmosphere, making her one of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel Universe. Storm has a rich backstory, born in Kenya and raised in Harlem and Cairo after the death of her parents. She became an orphan and developed claustrophobia due to a traumatic event. Storm is a prominent member of the X-Men, has led the team, and has also been affiliated with the Avengers and Fantastic Four. She is known for her marriage to Black Panther and her significant contributions as a powerful and influential female superhero in the Marvel Comics universe. Storm has appeared in various media adaptations, including films and animated series. |
Ororo Munroe, better known by his stage name Storm, has ancestry that can be traced back to an old African tribe. They are individuals that have white hair, blue eyes, and the capacity to wield magic in their everyday lives.
Princess N’Dare, who gives her name to Ororo, is from a clan in Kenya. She wed an American photographer named David Munroe, and after their marriage, she moved to New York City with her spouse. Ororo came into the world here.
Storm, one of the first significant Black female heroes and Black comic book characters in general, made her debut in comic books as Storm.
Ororo Munroe, one of the most powerful mutants in the X-Men comics, took over as leader of the X-Men when Cyclops stepped down from his position.
2. Misty Knight – Marvel Comics
| Misty Knight | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Misty Knight – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Marvel Premiere #21 (March 1975) |
| Created by | Tony Isabella, Arvell Jones |
| Alter Ego | Mercedes “Misty” Knight |
| Species | Human cyborg |
| Partnerships | Colleen Wing, Luke Cage, Iron Fist |
| Notable Aliases | Maya Corday, Artemis-5, Control |
| Abilities | Bionic arm granting: Concussive blasts projection, control over magnetism, superhuman strength, technopathy, expert martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant, expert detective |
| Portrayed by | Simone Missick (Netflix series) |
| Significant Moments | First interracial kiss between superheroes in mainstream comics (1977) |
| Key Appearances | Marvel Premiere, Heroes for Hire, Daughters of the Dragon, Fearless Defenders, Luke Cage (Netflix series) |
Misty Knight was one of the first African American female heroes to appear in mainstream comics, and she and her bionic arm have been giving it to the bad guys in the Marvel Universe for decades.
Misty has been a trailblazer ever since she first appeared on comic book pages. One example is that her relationship with Iron Fist, which began in the 1970s, was one of the first interracial pairings in the superhero genre.
Misty Knight remains one of Marvel’s most compelling “grounded” characters. She will soon appear on Netflix’s “Luke Cage” series, which is set to bring the kickass private detective/superhero to the public.
3. Martha Washington – Dark Horse Comics
| Martha Washington | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Martha Washington – Dark Horse Comics |
| Publisher | Dark Horse Comics |
| First Appearance | Give Me Liberty #1, 1990 |
| Created by | Frank Miller and Dave Gibbons |
| Alter Ego | Martha Washington |
| Abilities | Computer programming, hacking, hand-to-hand combat |
| Date of Birth | March 11, 1995 |
| Date of Death | March 11, 2095 |
| Place of Birth | Cabrini–Green housing project, Chicago |
| Background | Grew up in poverty, affected by economic policies of President Erwin Rexall |
| Education | Gifted in computer programming and hacking |
| Tragic Incident | Witnessed the murder of her teacher, Donald, by the Ice Man |
| Heroic Journey | Joined the PAX Peace Force and fought in the second American Civil War |
| Losses Suffered | Mother and brother died when Chicago was destroyed by a nuclear weapon |
| Notable Series | Martha Washington Goes to War |
| Significant Battles | Saving the rainforests of South America from crazed cattle ranchers |
| Final Sacrifice | Martha’s inspirational speech and sacrifice on her 100th birthday |
| Collections | The Life and Times of Martha Washington in the Twenty First Century (2009) |
Readers were first introduced to Martha Washington by Frank Miller and Dave Gibbons in the 1990 issue of Give Me Liberty, published by Dark Horse Comics.
The story followed the heroine’s life as she joined a military organization known as the PAX Peace Force and used her tenacity, training, and advanced computer skills to save the world multiple times throughout her century-long life.
A continuous series of comic books, Martha Washington’s journey starts in the 1990s and continues long into a dystopic future in which Washington lives a life of a warrior because she must survive a hazardous future filled with corrupt politicians, lethal artificial intelligence, and even extraterrestrial dangers.
4. Vixen – DC Comics
| Vixen DC Comics | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Vixen – DC Comics |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Action Comics #521 (July 1981) |
| Created by | Gerry Conway, Bob Oksner |
| Alter Ego | Mari Jiwe McCabe |
| Species | Metahuman |
| Abilities | Animal mimicry, enhanced physical attributes, expert martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant, indomitable will, morphogenetic field energy manipulation |
| Television Adaptations | CW Seed animated series Vixen, portrayed by Megalyn Echikunwoke, Legends of Tomorrow, portrayed by Maisie Richardson-Sellers |
| Unique Origin | Possession of the mystical Tantu Totem, granting the ability to harness the spirit of any animal and utilize their abilities |
| Key Story Arcs | Joined the Justice League of America, battled General Maksai for control of the Tantu Totem, teamed up with Animal Man, worked with the Suicide Squad and Checkmate, aided Wonder Woman and protected Lex Luthor, joined the Ultramarine Corps, fought against Solomon Grundy’s plans, adopted a new uniform in Infinite Crisis, became a charter member of the revamped Justice League of America |
| Notable Variation | Shifted powers from animal mimicry to drawing on the powers of those around her, matching their skill levels and draining powers before resolving with the Justice League |
It was planned for Vixen to be the first Black female superhero to feature in her comic book, but this did not come to fruition due to the “DC Implosion” that occurred in the late 1970s.
When she eventually made an appearance, this solid female champion with the ability to mimic any animal was the first Black girl to join the Justice League, join the Suicide Squad, and become an elite member of the Checkmate agency.
Megalyn E.K., who portrays the character of Vixen in both the animated short series based in the “Arrowverse” and the live-action episode of “Arrow” that debuted just this week, is now starring in the animated short series.
Even though she did not get off to the greatest start in her career, Vixen is now a crucial and exciting component of DC’s roster.
5. Monica Rambeau – Marvel Comics
| Monica Rambeau | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Monica Rambeau – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #16 (October 1982) |
| Created by | Roger Stern, John Romita Jr. |
| Species | Human mutate |
| Abilities | Energy manipulation and conversion within the electromagnetic spectrum, superhuman speed, flight, intangibility |
| Background | Gained super powers after being bombarded by extradimensional energy |
| Avengers Leadership | Former leader of the Avengers |
| Film and TV Portrayals | Portrayed by Akira Akbar in Captain Marvel (2019) |
| Key Comic Book Runs | Featured prominently in Roger Stern’s run on The Avengers |
| Solo Comic Book Series | Upcoming solo comic book series announced by Marvel Comics |
| Birthplace | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Origin Story | Exposed to extra-dimensional energy, gained the ability to convert her body into energy |
| Early Avengers Membership | Joined the Avengers as a member-in-training before becoming a full member |
| Diversity Milestone | First African-American heroine in the Avengers |
In her younger years, Monica Rambeau served as a lieutenant in the United States Coast Guard in New Orleans. She was of African-American descent at the time.
She is subjected to a barrage of energetic assaults as she attempts to acquire the prototype of a weapon that a tyrant built.
After that, she was granted the ability to turn into any energy. Her abilities undergo a short shift, preventing her from morphing and causing her to generate a personal force field instead.
She regains the power to shift into energy due to Doctor Strange’s intervention. She was given the moniker “Captain Marvel” by the media, which led to her promotion to the role of the Marvel Universe’s second Captain Marvel.
6. Bumblebee – DC Comics
| Bumblebee DC | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Bumblebee – DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Teen Titans #45 (December 1976) as Karen Beecher Teen Titans #48 (June 1977) as Bumblebee |
| Alter Ego | Karen Beecher-Duncan |
| Species | Human or metahuman (depending on the continuity) |
| Partnerships | Lilith Clay, Dick Grayson, Roy Harper, Cyborg, Garth, Wally West, Donna Troy |
| Abilities | Genius-level intellect Shrinking to insect-like size Flight using bee-like wings Sonic force blasts Electrical ‘stings’ |
| Background | Bumblebee is a notable superheroine in DC Comics, known for her membership in the Teen Titans. |
| Historical Significance | Bumblebee is regarded as one of DC Comics’ earliest Black female superhero characters. |
| Notable Moments | Karen Beecher secretly created a bumblebee-themed supersuit to impress the Teen Titans and later became a valued member of the team. |
| Recent Appearances | Bumblebee returned to aid the former Titans in defending Titans Tower against Superboy-Prime and the Legion of Doom. |
Bumblebee is a legacy character that has never been given the spotlight that she deserves, even though she was one of DC’s first black female heroes.
Karen Beecher is an exceptionally talented scientist who wears a suit that enables her to condense her body to the size of a real bee or fly. Her abilities include the ability to emit sonic blasts and to hurt people with electric bee stings.
It is now the appropriate moment for her live-action debut since her inclusion in DC Super Hero Girls over the last several years has contributed to a rise in the character’s popularity.
The unabashed oddness of Legends of Tomorrow makes it the ideal place for Bumblebee to reside. The WWE superstar Naomi would be an excellent choice for the role of hero.
6. Nubia – DC Comics
| Nubia DC Comics | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nubia – DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Wonder Woman #204 (January 1973) |
| Created by | Robert Kanigher (writer), Don Heck (artist) |
| Species | Amazon |
| Abilities | Super strength, speed, agility, reflexes, senses, stamina, and endurance |
| Background | Ally and close friend of Wonder Woman |
| Notable Storylines | Future State (2021) |
| Young Adult Graphic Novels | Nubia: Real One (2021) |
Ares abducted the brunette Nubia, formed out of clay as a twin to Diana (Wonder Woman), and reared her by manipulating her mind to assist him in defeating the Amazons.
Nubia had a dark complexion. Nubia is Wonder Woman’s dark-skinned sister. Queen Hippolyta fashioned both sisters out of clay, one from a dark variety and the other from a lighter kind.
After being abducted by Mars and subjected to brainwashing, her true identity is eventually exposed when she is forced to battle her sister.
During the events of the Final Crisis that takes place on Earth-23, Nubia (later stylized as Nu’Bia) is a member of the Justice League and is considered to be the planet’s version of Wonder Woman.
7. Rocket – DC Comics
| Rocket DC Comics | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rocket – DC Comics |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | Icon #1 (May 1993) |
| Created by | Dwayne McDuffie, Denys Cowan, Mark Bright |
| Alter ego | Raquel Ervin |
| Partnerships | Icon |
| Abilities | Expert athlete and acrobat |
| Birthplace | Paris Island, Dakota, U.S. |
| Background | Raised in the poorest neighborhood in Dakota |
| Relationship | Mother of Amistad Augustus Ervin, son with ex-boyfriend Noble |
| Role in Series | Protagonist of the Icon series, sidekick to Icon |
| Powers and Abilities | Manipulation of kinetic energy, super strength, agility, quick reflexes, hand-to-hand combat skills |
| Inertia Belt | Source of her powers, absorbs, stores, and redirects kinetic energy, provides a protective force field |
| Flight | Can fly using kinetic energy, including hovering and performing complex aerial maneuvers |
| Inertialess Field | Ability to immobilize opponents by nullifying their kinetic energy at the molecular level |
| Political Views | Holds liberal views on economic and social issues |
| Literary Influence | Influenced by W. E. B. Du Bois’s The Souls of Black Folk |
| Representation | First comic book superheroine who is a single teenage mother |
Raquel Ervin earned a history for herself as the first adolescent mother to be featured in DC Comics, even though she was shown as the superhero icon’s companion.
Rocket, who aspired to be a writer like Toni Morrison, led Augustus Freeman IV down a different career path and helped him become a superhero.
In addition, she was instrumental in her fellow hero Flashback overcoming his crack cocaine addiction. In addition, she was instrumental in instructing Batman and the other JLA members during the confrontation with the Shadow Thief.
8. Thunder – DC Comics
| Thunder DC Comics | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Thunder – DC Comics |
| Alter ego | Anissa Pierce |
| Species | Metahuman |
| Abilities | Density manipulation, Superhuman Strength, Thunder clap |
| First Appearance | Outsiders (vol. 3) #1 (August 2003) |
| Created by | Judd Winick (writer), Tom Raney (artist) |
| Family | – Father: Jefferson Pierce (Black Lightning) |
| Relationship | Grace Choi (teammate and romantic partner) |
| TV Portrayal | Nafessa Williams portrayed Thunder in Black Lightning series |
| Other Appearances | DC Super Hero Girls |
| Other Universe | Kingdom Come alternate universe depiction |
After completing her education, Anissa Pierce, one of Black Lightning’s children, decided to pursue a career in the same field as her father. During the period that she was working with the Outsiders, she competed against Sabbac and the Fearsome Five.
She had barely begun her solo career when Red Arrow called her and invited her to join the new Outsiders team. She was interested in the opportunity, so she accepted the offer and joined the group.
During the restructuring of the Outsiders that Batman was doing, Thunder was removed from the group, and J’onn J’onzz was brought in to take his place. After Grace invited her on a mission that didn’t need Batman’s permission, she got back together with the gang.
9. Crimson Avenger – DC Comics
| Crimson Avenger | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Crimson Avenger – DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Detective Comics #20 (October 1938) World’s Finest Comics #131 (February 1963) Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E. #9 (April 2000) |
| Created by | Geoff Johns and Scott Kolins |
| Alter Ego | Lee Walter Travis Albert Elwood Jill Carlyle |
| Abilities | Lee Walter Travis: Trained soldier, Skilled martial artist Albert Elwood: Gifted inventor Jill Carlyle: Teleportation, Intangibility |
| Notable Features | First masked hero in DC Comics Founding member of the Seven Soldiers of Victory |
In 2000, Jill Carlyle debuted as the third and current Crimson Avenger. Like the original El Diablo, this figure functioned as a Spirit of Vengeance in a supporting role.
She was an African-American lady who could teleport and become intangible. In a flashback, it was apparent that she had studied law and lost a case in which the defendant was guilty. The case took place in the past.
She acquired a pair of Colt handguns, which the first Crimson Avenger had previously owned. She used these weapons to justifiably exact retribution on unidentified perpetrators.
Even the most powerful heroes, including Superman, Power Girl, and Captain Atom, could be injured by her attacks.
10. Philippus – DC Comics
| Philippus DC | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Philippus – DC Comics |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Wonder Woman (vol. 2) #1 (Feb. 1987) |
| Created by | George Pérez (writer/artist) |
| Alter Ego | Philippus |
| Species | Themyscirian Amazon |
| Notable Aliases | Chancellor, Archon Eponymous |
| Abilities | Trained in high levels of hand-to-hand combat |
| Other Information | Live-action debut in DC Extended Universe films (portrayed by Ann Ogbomo) |
Around three thousand years ago, a small group of the Olympian gods, which included Artemis, Athena, Hestia, Demeter, and Aphrodite, gathered the souls of women who had been murdered by men throughout history and cast them into the depths of the Aegean Sea.
After then, the spirits started constructing bodies out of the clay on the ocean floor. As soon as they broke the surface, the clay bodies transformed into live beings made of flesh and blood. Philippus belonged to one of these newly discovered races of females.
Philippus is the highest-ranking general under Queen Hippolyta’s command. As the most trusted adviser to the Queen, she was also assigned the responsibility of bringing up and instructing a young Diana (Wonder Woman) while she was still a child.
11. Skyrocket – DC Comics
| Skyrocket DC | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Skyrocket – DC Comics |
| Alter ego | Celia Forrestal |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | JLA #61 (February 2002) |
| Created by | Kurt Busiek (writer), Tom Grummett (artist) |
| Abilities | Wears a high-tech harness that can absorb, convert and redirect any form of energy and also lets her fly. |
| Background | Highly qualified Navy Aviator in the U.S. Navy |
| Power Company | Joined as a business partner, receiving technical support for the harness |
| Recent Activities | Assisted in preventing a global super-villain jailbreak |
| Family Connection | Granddaughter of Sgt. Ralph Jackson, an African-American war hero |
| Personality Traits | Courageous, resilient, resourceful |
| Quote | “Pretty girls making guys act dumb. It’s just like high school all over again.” |
Lieutenant Celia Forrestal was a talented naval aviator in the United States Navy. Her teaching career had stagnated due to her gender and color.
While contemplating quitting the military, she visited her parents, scientists, and Argo Technologies’ owners to explore her options. Mr. and Mrs. Forrestal had created a personal harness capable of absorbing, converting, and redirecting energy.
Parents, scientists, and the proprietors of Argo Technologies bestowed Celia Forrestal with her abilities as a Navy aviator.
As a lone hero, Skyrocket helped stop a prison escape during the Infinite Crisis narrative and joined forces with Superman, Nightwing, and Livew, among others.
12. Ironheart – Marvel Comics
| Ironheart Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ironheart – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Invincible Iron Man Vol. 3 #7 (May 2016) |
| Created by | Brian Michael Bendis, Mike Deodato |
| Alter Ego | Riri Williams |
| Species | Human |
| Notable Aliases | Queen of Latveria, Lady Ironheart, Iron Man |
| Abilities | Skilled inventor and engineer |
| Partnerships | Shuri / Black Panther |
| Portrayed by | Dominique Thorne |
| MCU Debut | Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) |
| Upcoming Series | Disney+ series: Ironheart (2024) |
Tony Stark is a name that will never be duplicated. Riri Williams is the ideal character to bring into the Marvel Cinematic Universe at this moment because the world will always need an Iron Man.
Riri is a teenage prodigy who attends MIT. She creates her own Iron Man costume out of bits she finds about the campus, and she earns the name Ironheart after becoming a heroic figure.
It makes perfect sense to include the character who has garnered the most excellent attention over the last five years in the Marvel Cinematic Universe since there is a severe deficiency in the number of Black female heroes outside of Wakanda.
Fans will soon get the chance to witness Riri Willaims in a live-action role since it was just announced that she would star in her own Disney Plus series titled Ironheart.
13. Silhouette – Marvel Comics
| Silhouette Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Silhouette – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | New Warriors #2 (August 1990) |
| Created by | Fabian Nicieza and Mark Bagley |
| Alter Ego | Silhouette Chord |
| Species | Mutant (human with magical powers) |
| Abilities | Darkforce manipulation, Shadow teleportation, Enhanced strength, speed, and agility, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant, Expert martial artist |
| Origin | Cambodian-American mutant with magical powers |
| Family | Brother: Aaron Chord (Midnight’s Fire) |
| Paralysis | Paraplegic due to a bullet injury while tracking drug gangs |
| Relationships | Formerly involved with Night Thrasher, later with Bandit |
| Costume | Made from unstable molecules to prevent clothing loss |
| Equipment | Combat-capable crutches and leg braces |
| Notable Power Enhancement | Ability to teleport others and become ‘living darkness’ |
A mutant with the ability to disappear into the shadows is known as Silhouette. She has the standard superhuman strengths, velocities, and reflexes, but she can also utilize her shadow abilities to transport and protect herself.
Since the character has collaborated with the New Warriors, Fantastic Four, and Secret Avengers, she is adaptable to any role within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Following a shootout that left him paraplegic, Silhouette equips his upgraded crutches with various weaponry. Seeing a Black lady with a disability battle alongside some of Marvel’s most popular characters would be inspiring.
During the Civil War narrative, she was a part of Captain America’s Secret Avengers team. She assisted him in evading capture when a meeting with Iron Man’s group became violent.
14. Heather Hudson – Marvel Comics
| Heather Hudson | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Heather Hudson – Marvel Comics |
| Aliases | Vindicator, Guardian, Sasquatch (briefly) |
| Affiliation | Alpha Flight |
| Relatives | James Hudson (Guardian) – Husband |
| First Appearance | Uncanny X-Men #120 (1979) |
| Created by | Chris Claremont, John Byrne |
| Abilities | Skilled pilot |
| Alternate Versions | Ultimate Marvel, MC2 – Spider-Girl, |
| Notable Stories | “The Alpha Flight Saga” |
| Interesting Fact | Heather’s Vindicator battlesuit grants her |
Even after nine appearances in feature films, fans have not had the opportunity to meet Heather Hudson, Wolverine’s wife, in an alternative universe.
She was a Canadian lady who appeared in Exiles. She was the one who discovered Logan after he fled from the Weapon X tests. She worked tirelessly to restore his physical and emotional health, and in the process, they fell in love.
As Heather turned into a Sasquatch, she could use her skills. It crushed her heart when an undiscovered provocation caused Logan to explode into a violent fury, and she was forced to put an end to his suffering.
This would be a far more interesting story for Wolverine to encounter when he is relaunched in the Marvel Cinematic Universe than his constant desire for Jean.
15. Ladyhawk – Marvel Comics
| None | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ladyhawk – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Marvel Team-Up #16 |
| Alter Ego | Tamara Devoux |
| Abilities | Flight |
| Affiliation | Heroes for Hire |
| Relatives | Unnamed parents |
| Other Names | None |
| Teams | Night Shift |
| Enemies | Mister Fear |
| Base of Operations | Mobile |
| Citizenship | American |
| Gender | Female |
| Height | 5’10” |
| Weight | 145 lbs |
| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Universe | Earth-616 |
Rosetta and Regina, identical twins, were the daughters of the notorious criminal boss Boss Morgan. They decided to help combat crime rather than engage in the illegal activity themselves.
Rosetta was a fantastic fighter, and Regina was very knowledgeable about technology. They sought instruction from Spider-tutor Girl’s Phil Urich, a previous version of the Green Goblin who was on the side of good, and they soon found themselves prepared to battle the forces of evil. The twins decided to share a single identity rather than create two separate ones.
They came up with a green and orange outfit that resembled the Hawk’s suit before it quickly received its wings. They were known as the “Ladyhawk” and adopted the identity of a superhero team.
16. Amanda Waller – DC Comics
| Amanda Waller | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Amanda Waller |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Legends #1 (November 1986) |
| Created by | John Ostrander, Len Wein, John Byrne |
| Full Name (In-story) | Amanda Blake Waller |
| Species | Human |
| Partnerships | Joseph Waller (husband), Damita Waller (daughter), Coretta Waller (daughter), Claudia Patterson (daughter), Celine Patterson (daughter), Leota Adebayo (daughter; DCEU), Odalys Valdez (daughter), Joseph Waller, Jr. (son), Martin Waller (son), Jessie Waller (son), Bubba (son-in-law), Mary White (sister), Flo Crawley (cousin), Edna Mae (cousin), Darmita (granddaughter) |
| Abilities | Expert strategist and tactician, Skilled martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant, Expert markswoman |
| Description | Amanda Waller, also known as “the Wall,” is a ruthless, high-ranking government official who uses guile, political connections, and intimidation to achieve her goals. As the director of the Suicide Squad, she oversees research into metahumans and is associated with Checkmate and A.R.G.U.S. Known for her strategic brilliance and combat skills, Waller operates in the name of national security. She has been adapted into various animated and live-action media, portrayed by actresses such as CCH Pounder, Viola Davis, and Angela Bassett. |
The history of Amanda Blake Waller is primarily unknown. It seems as if she was born in Chicago, Illinois. She survived an accident where her husband and one of her daughters perished. Amanda’s doctoral degree is in political science.
She put together the Suicide Squad as the head of ARGUS (Advanced Research Group for Uniting Superhumans) and gave them missions that no human being would ever agree to.
Waller, who ruled with a heart of stone and a fist of iron, was also entrusted with constructing a new Justice League of America. Amanda has even visited with former US President Barack Obama and persuaded him of the need for the Suicide Squad. That is very amazing!
17. Natasha Irons – DC Comics
| Natasha Irons | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Natasha Irons – DC Comics |
| First appearance | Steel (vol. 2) #1 (February 1994) |
| Created by | Louise Simonson, Chris Batista |
| Alter ego | Natasha Jasmine Irons |
| Partnerships | Traci Thirteen |
| Notable aliases | Steel, Starlight, Vaporlock, Jenny Blake |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength (via armor), Flight (via armor), Size-shifting (as Steel) |
Natasha Irons, also known as Steel III, is the niece of John Henry Irons, who is known as Steel III. Natasha Irons has become a hero in her own right and is a crucial ally for Superman.
In continuation of the “Death of Superman” plotline, John Henry Irons became the first person in the DC Universe to don the armor of the Man of Steel and take the name Steel. Irons created his suit of armor as a tribute to Superman.
After John was wounded, Natasha created a strong armor suit utilizing Apokoliptian technology to try to rescue him.
He gave her his job and a new costume, which Irons would continue to improve over the years as she joined forces with other teams like the Titans and even a new Justice League.
18. Shuri – Marvel Comics
| Shuri Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shuri – Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Black Panther vol. 4 #2 (May 2005) |
| Created by | Reginald Hudlin and John Romita Jr. |
| Alter Ego | Aja-Adanna |
| Species | Human mutate |
| Place of Origin | Wakanda, Africa |
| Notable Aliases | Black Panther, Princess, Griot |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength, speed, agility, stamina, durability, reflexes, and senses, Size alteration, Animal empathy, Animorphism, Necromancy, Stone form, Expert martial artist, Genius-level intellect, Use of high-tech equipment including vibranium uniform |
| Portrayal in the MCU | Letitia Wright portrays Shuri in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films |
| Notable Solo Series | Shuri (2018), written by Nnedi Okorafor |
| Upcoming Graphic Novel | An upcoming original graphic novel featuring Shuri |
| Background and Storyline | Shuri is the princess of Wakanda and the younger sister of T’Challa, the king of Wakanda and the Black Panther. She trains to succeed T’Challa as the Black Panther and ruler of Wakanda. Shuri possesses enhanced abilities, is a skilled martial artist, and has access to advanced technologies and wealth. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Shuri is portrayed by Letitia Wright. |
| Notable Storylines | – “Doomwar”: Shuri teams up with other heroes to reclaim Wakanda from Doctor Doom’s control- “Klaws of the Panther”: Shuri searches for vibranium to help Wakanda’s struggling economy- “Infinity”: Shuri becomes the head of the Wakandan School for Alternative Studies and defends Wakanda against the Cabal- “Time Runs Out”: Shuri sacrifices herself to protect Wakanda from Proxima Midnight- “All-New, All-Different Marvel”: T’Challa attempts to revive Shuri’s body in the spiritual plane of Djalia |
We’ve got another very bright cookie to bring attention to the incredible power of black girl magic. Not only is Shuri a genius, but she also holds the title of being the most intelligent character in all of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It’s official!
In the comics, she is intelligent and has the same potential as her brother T’Challa to succeed him as Black Panther. Therefore, you shouldn’t be too shocked if Shuri from Black Panther appears in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film.
In addition to this, she boasts remarkable skills and capabilities. Comic book, Shuri can transform her body into a rock-like substance that is very hardy and almost indestructible. In addition, she can change herself and any nearby foes into a flock of birds.
19. Shard – Marvel Comics
| Shard Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shard – Marvel Comics |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | Uncanny X-Men Annual #17 (December 1993) |
| Created by | Scott Lobdell (writer) John Romita Jr. (artist) |
| Species | Human mutant, later holographic |
| Partnerships | Chronomancer |
| Notable Aliases | Askante |
| Abilities | Energy blasts Intangibility (holographic Shard only) |
Shard was Bishop’s younger sister, and she shared Bishop’s membership in the XSE in the Earth-1191 other reality. Shard also participated in that world’s events with Bishop.
In a strict sense, Shard was more of a team member for X-Factor, although her elder brother Bishop worked with the X-Men and had his live-action presence.
Because of Shard’s one-of-a-kind hologram life in the past and her involvement with the original X-Factor team, she is the ideal choice to assist with introducing a new aspect into the Marvel Cinematic Universe that has not been seen before.
20. Debrii – Marvel Comics
| Debrii Marvel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Debrii – Marvel Comics |
| Alias | Deborah Fields |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | New Warriors vol. 3 #4 (November 2005) |
| Created by | Zeb Wells, Skottie Young |
| Abilities | Low-level telekinetic magnet |
| Personality | Abrasive, antagonistic |
| Powers | Able to move masses of huge objects in her vicinity, Manipulate debris as defense or weapon, Craft protective shell or weapon from scrap metal |
In the pages of New Warriors, Deborah Fields was presented for the first time as the low-level telekinetic character Debrii. This was during an exciting time for the team, as they had just agreed to be the stars of a reality television show that followed their heroic adventures on the road.
Although Debrii’s original purpose was to stir up drama for the audience, she ultimately proved helpful to the team and took her position in it. The character was going to make her live-action debut (played by Kate Comer) on a humorous version of New Warriors; however, the series was canceled after the pilot was shot.