When naming the strongest superhero or most powerful superhuman, it is ultimately a question of Wonder vs DC ComicsWho have created superheroes and gods for decades. Of all the most powerful beings and entities in the Marvel and DC Universes, who reigns supreme, and who will fall short?
Marvel and DC fans constantly compare the heroes of their respective franchises. Each series of ​​comics boasts a number of compelling and powerful characters, with each new installment to the cinematic universes expanding on their range of skills and abilities. To make things simple, we took all the complicated flow charts of powerful superheroes in Marvel and DC (from comics to film) and separated them into a neat and orderly ranked list. Rankings are conceived by power obtained and held by each character. Finally one brand features a roster even stronger than the other! But which one?
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The Speed ​​Force endows the hero with breathtaking powers
DC: The Flash
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Flash Comics #1 (1940) |
Gardner Fox (writer); Harry Lampert (artist) |
access to the Speed ​​Force (cosmic energy), giving him super-speed; intangibility; Ability to travel and manipulate time |
Since the beginning of the character, the Flash – also nicknamed the Scarlet Speedster – is a title that has been claimed by four different people: Jay Garrick (college athlete), Barry Allen (forensic scientist), Wally West (Barry s nephew). ), and Bart Allen (Barry’s grandson).
Also known as the fastest man alive, The Flash uses powers such as super-speed, intangibility and superhuman agility. Flash can also move at speeds that change time, Allowing him to travel backwards or forwards through DC’s timeline, proving him to be one of the most powerful superheroes.
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Asgardians give all heroes a run for their money
Marvel: Heimdall
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Journey Into Mystery #85 (1962) |
Stan Lee & Larry Lieber (writers); Jack Kirby (artist) |
Asgardian physiology, giving him superhuman strength, senses, stamina and arms; Skilled in hand-to-hand martial combat |
Heimdall is an Asgardian god. known as a protector, Heimdall can see and hear almost everything in the nine realms. He is a brother to Sif and is a member of the Vanir.
About Heimdel it is said that he can, “Hear sap running through trees and see events happening miles away.” He stands over 7 feet tall and weighs almost 600 pounds. Heimdall prefers to fight with a two-handed longsword. He also possessed the Odinpower for a short time, which allowed him to channel cosmic energies.
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A fan-favorite whose truth may remain to be determined
DC: Animal Boy
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Dum Patrol #99 (1965) |
Arnold Drake (writer): Bob Brown (artist) |
Shapeshifting; Ability to take on animal forms at will |
As a perennial fan favorite character, it’s likely that Beast Boy’s power set will continue to grow more impressive with future stories.
DC’s “Beast World” crossover event made it clear that Beast Boy could be a global threat under the right circumstancesAs Beast Boy “Spores” spread his powers throughout the world, wreaking havoc before the outbreak is contained. This event raised the question of the true limit of his transformation abilities.
For example, if Beast Boy’s power allows him the ability to take the form of a virus or bacteria, he could prove to be a threat that the heroes of the DC Universe are not ready to face. As a perennial fan favorite character, it’s likely that Beast Boy’s power set will continue to grow more impressive with future stories.
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One of the strongest healing factors in comic book history
Marvel: Deadpool
First appearance: |
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The New Mutants #98 (1991) |
Fabian Nicieza (writer): Rob Liefeld (writer; artist) |
mutant healing factor, essentially giving him immortality; weapons expert; hand-to-hand combat expert; superhuman reflexes; Ability to break the fourth wall |
Wade Winston Wilson – aka Deadpool or the more with a mouth – is Known for his awkward personality, although his greatest superpower is his healingDerived from Wolverine’s healing factor, which allows him to quickly regenerate damaged or destroyed areas of his cellular structure.
This healing factor allows his musculature to generate fewer fatigue toxins than the muscles of an ordinary person. This gives him superhuman stamina levels in all physical activities while enhancing his natural strength, agility and reflexes which helps the argument that he is one of the most powerful superheroes. Deadpool’s agility and reaction time surpasses even the best human athlete.
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A Justice League stalwart with a range of high-level powers
DC: Martian Manhunter
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Detective Comics #225 (1955) |
Joseph Samachson (writer) Joe Certa (artist) |
Martian physiology, giving powers including shapeshifting; invisible; facing; regeneration; flight; speed; and superhuman strength. |
J’onn J’onzz, the Martian Manhunter, is One of the founding members of the Justice League of America, and considered to be one of the most powerful beings in the DC Universe. Throughout his history, Martian Manhunter has gone through 21 different aliases, including Mrs. Clingman, a high school civics teacher from none other than Clark Kent.
He is often referred to as “the Swiss Army Knife of superheroes,” although, Martian Manhunter’s powers and abilities are common to other members of his race. A handful of his many powers include shapeshifting, invisibility, phasing, regeneration, flight, speed, and superhuman strength.
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Original Avenger and Asgardian Alphafather
Wonder: Thor
First appearance: |
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Journey into Mystery #83 (1962) |
Stan Lee & Larry Lieber (writers); Jack Kirby (artist) |
Asgardian deity & current Alphafather, abilities include control of lightning and thunder; superhuman strength and durability; cosmic awareness; wields the hammer Mjolnir |
Although the Marvel Cinematic Universe has depicted the character as an increasingly comic figure, in the comics, Thor is one of Marvel’s most dangerous warriors.
Thor is the Asgardian god of thunder and easily one of Marvel’s most powerful superheroes. In addition to his natural superhuman abilities, with the passing of Odin, Thor became the Alphafather, the most powerful Asgardian in the Nine Realms.
Thor’s abilities also include elemental powers such as weather and electricity manipulation. He also learned how to fly without the use of Mjolnir’s hammer, and has regeneration powers. Although the Marvel Cinematic Universe has depicted the character as an increasingly comedic figure, In the comics, Thor is one of Marvel’s most dangerous warriors.
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One of the Big Three of the Justice League and the original Amazon
DC: Wonder Woman
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All-Star Comics #8 (1941) |
William Moulton Marston (writer); Harry G. Peters (artist) |
Amazonian physiology, giving her powers including super-strength; invulnerability; flight; superhuman agility; superhuman healing; Advanced in combat techniques & strategy; Familiar with magic weapon. |
Diana the Amazon Princess, better known as Wonder Woman was created by psychologist and writer William Moulton Marston, and artist Harry G. Peter. Her character was inspired by Marson’s wife, Elizabeth, and their lover, Olive Byrne. Wonder Woman is unique because she was sculpted from clay by her mother Queen Hippolyta and given life by Aphrodite. She was also cEven superhuman powers as gifts from the Greek gods. DC recently changed her backstory, however, as now she is the daughter of Zeus and Hippolyta.
Wonder Woman’s powers include super-strength, invulnerability, flight, combat skills, combat strategy, superhuman agility, healing and magical weapons. She also has the wisdom of the goddess Athena, along with 7 powerful equipment that further enhance her abilities. Most notably, her Lasso of Truth and Bracelets of Submission.
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The Avenger has brought the world to its knees before
Marvel: Hulk
First appearance: |
Creators: |
Powers |
The Incredible Hulk #1 (1962) |
Stan Lee (writer); Jack Kirby (artist) |
Bruce Banner’s Hulk form grants him superhuman strength; invulnerability; shockwave generation; gamma ray emission; The banner itself possessed a genius |
Robert Bruce Banner, when transformed into the massive, unstoppable force of nature known as the Hulk, stands at a height of almost 8 feet tall and weighs close to 1,400 pounds. of course, He is not a superhero with someone who wants to fight in close quarters with, as the angrier the Hulk becomes, the stronger he becomes.
He can jump several hundred miles in one bound and can run at super speeds. Although, at some point, he begins to destroy the surrounding ground while running that fast, which is why he prefers to jump. The Hulk also has regeneration powers, along with an oxygenated perfluorocarbon emulsion, allowing him to breathe underwater and can move between varying depths without worrying about decompression or nitrogen narcosis.
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The avatar of God’s vengeance
DC: Spectre
First appearance: |
Creators: |
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More Fun Comics #52 (1940) |
Jerry Siegel (writer); Bernard Bailey (artist) |
divine empowerment, giving him powers including immortality; energy manipulation; super-strength; flight; Connection to the spirit realm. |
With multiple versions attached to his name, Specter was first introduced in More Fun Comics #52 (1940). More fun would eventually become part of DC Comics. The Specter is no ordinary superhero. It is a cosmic entity and The physical embodiment of God’s vengeance on earth. Specter normally assigns himself to a human host, starting with Cop Jim Corrigan and followed by Hal Jordan.
Specter has divine empowerment, which gives him unlimited power thus resulting in him becoming one of DC’s most powerful superheroes. At different times, Specter was considered one of the most powerful beings in existence, second to one. He can warp and control reality, along with time and space. Specter also has access to all the knowledge in the universe, including events altered by distorting time. A specter host manifests a unique specter form. Sometimes the specter form is recognizable by those who knew the host in life.
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A classic mythological hero redefined by modern legends
Marvel: Hercules
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Annual Journey into Mystery #1 (1965) |
Stan Lee (writer); Jack Kirby (artist) |
Olympian physiology, giving him immortality; invulnerability; superhuman strength; superhuman agility; Skilled fighter |
Based on the hero of Greek mythologyHercules was introduced to the Marvel Universe by legendary creators Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in the 60s. He got his own series titled The incredible Hercules In 2008. Hercules is simply known for his superhuman strength. Hercules is so strong, he can lift or press more than 100 tons, making him one of the strongest superheroes in the Marvel Universe. Hercules is also an Olympian god, meaning he is immortal. He may be wounded in battle, but he will not die by conventional means.
His weapon of choice is forged by the god Hephaestus from enchanted adamantine called golden mace (not made of gold). Hercules’ mass has survived attacks from Thor’s hammer in the past. Hercules also exists in an alternate universe where he is the sole survivor of the Olympians. He leaves Olympus to become the father of a new race of gods.
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The Ultimate DC Powerhouse (According to Batman)
DC: Firestorm
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Firestorm #1 (1978) |
Gary Conway (writer); Al Milgrom (artist) |
Awareness, and mastery over all matter and energy on a nuclear level. For those who can access the Firestorm matrix, the ability to manipulate, remake and unlock nuclear energy is limited only by the wielder’s understanding. |
While the Firestorm identity may not be locked to just one individual in the DC Universe, those who find themselves lucky (or unlucky) enough to be incorporated into the Firestorm Matrix have an incredible opportunity. The ability to sense, understand, interact with, manipulate and even change their physical environment on a nuclear level means that, underrated as he may be, Firestorm is potentially the most powerful DC superhero. Of course, these powers do not come with superhuman understanding or education. Which means that the potential, although limitless, is functionally dependent on the one doing the nuclear tampering.
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The Punisher’s most powerful form imaginable
Wonder: Cosmic Ghost Rider
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Thanos (Volume 2) #13 (2017) |
Danny Cates (writer); Geoff Shaw (artist) |
All the abilities of the power cosmic, given as a herald of Galactus, as well as the powers of the Ghost Rider, having chosen as the host of the spirit of revenge. |
Operating at a level that exceeds the imagination of most superheroes, let alone the abilities, the strange future fate that transformed Frank Castle from Punisher to cosmic wanderer stands apart in Marvel’s multiverse. Thanks to his survival in a war that killed most of the Earth, Frank came to play host not only the spirit of vengeance, but the power cosmic given to all who act as a herald of Galactus. Combining to lead a Penance Stare of cosmic power, Frank shifted to acting as a soldier of King Thanos at the end of the universe when the Mad Titan killed Galactus. A wild story in itself, even before Frank accepted the baby Thanos as his own son.
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The Son of the Venom Symbiote (and Eddie Brock)
Marvel: Dylan Brock
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Poison (Volume 4) #7 (2018) |
Danny Cates (writer); Iban Coello (artist) |
As part of the symbiote Hive Mind incarnated in a physical human form, Dylan possesses the ability to connect with, control, dominate and evolve individual symbiotes to unique degrees. On top of all the normal abilities given to a symbiote, too. |
When he made his debut in the Marvel Universe, Dylan Brock seemed like little more than the overlooked son of Eddie Brock. But over time, the truth was revealed: Dylan is not only the son of Eddie Brock and his ex-wife Anne Weing, but also the Venom symbiote. As the biological child of two former hosts of the symbiote, Dylan is given an unheard of connection to not only the Venom symbiote, but the entire Hive Mind created by Knull, the King in Black.. Although his true power has not yet been realized, it has been glimpsed, confirming his future as the strongest embodiment and leader of the symbiotes that the Marvel Universe will ever see.
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From tin titan to extinction-level threat
DC: Raven
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DC Comics Presents #26 (1980) |
Marv Wolfman (writer); George Perez (artist) |
Magical Mastery gives Rachel the abilities of flight, superhuman arms, strength, teleportation, reality-altering, mental and emotional perception, astral projection, and more. Thanks to her demonic parents, Raven’s darkest desires and thoughts make her dangerous, if not kept in check. |
Every fan of Teen Titans Knows that Raven is a superhuman mage blessed with as many curses as gifts. This is largely due to her father Trigon, one of the most terrifying demonic entities in the DC Universe. Over the years, this has meant that Raven AKA Rachel has to contend with her own dark side, as much as any supervillain. The ever-looming threat of the ‘Dark Raven’ has escalated in recent years, Unlocking Raven’s true, ultimate form to be “The Dark-Winged Queen.” Able to channel mystical energy that puts Raven’s normal abilities to shame, this dark identity earns its rank as an “extinction-level threat” to all life on Earth.
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The master of all Marvel Magic
Wonder: the-powers-that-be
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DG.ODS #8 (2024) |
Jonathan Hickman (writer); Valerio Schiti (artist) |
The most recently revealed of Marvel’s cosmic ‘abstract entities’, The-Powers-That-Be is the source and guardian of all magic. Equal to Oblivion, the Living Tribunal, Eternity, Infinity, Lord Order, and Lord Chaos, occupies the highest pantheon of cosmic beings. |
More easily understood in terms of overall power than in practical application of it, The-Powers-That-Be was recently added to the Marvel cosmology as the source of “everything perfectly magical and weird.” This means that all magic, mysticism and other preternatural or supernaturally empowered phenomena have this entity to thank. As a tangible form of their power, the current avatar, Redwynn, is equal to the skill of Doctor Strange.
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Krypton’s favorite daughter
DC: Supergirl
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Action Comics #252 (1959) |
Otto Binder (writer); El Plastino (artist) |
Kryptonian physiology, giving her powers including super-strength; flight; invulnerability; super speed; heat vision; freeze breath; x-ray vision; superhuman hearing; and healing factor |
Created as a female counterpart to the Man of SteelSupergirl is also like Superman’s cousin, Kara Zor-El has the same abilities as Clark Kent including his 5 enhanced visual abilities. Areas in which she stands out on her own include being trained in hand-to-hand combat by Batman, first-rate Clurcor, multilingualism, genius intelligence and even artistry.
Supergirl’s powers include super-strength, flight, invulnerability, super speed, heat vision, freeze breath, X-ray vision, superhuman hearing and healing factors. Kara was a fierce, impulsive, and sometimes immature teenager. When she landed on Earth, Supergirl was suffering from undiagnosed kryptonite poisoning. Being trapped with a piece of kryptonite for 30 years damaged her brain, making her prone to wild mood swings.
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Spider-Man’s Enemy Was Cosmic “King”
Marvel: Venom (Eddie Brock)
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The Amazing Spider-Man #300 (May 1988) |
David Michelinie (writer); Todd MacFarlane (writer; artist) |
Symbiote gives its host superhuman strength; invulnerability; enhanced speed; healing factor; As King in Black Eddie Brock also possesses the abilities of symbiote telepathy and mental time travel |
After killing Knull, the god of the symbiotes, Eddie Brock became Marvel’s “King in Black,” raising Spider-Man Antagonistic to a role of cosmic importance and power.
While some of the heroes represented here started out as—or spent time as—villains, Venom was the most unequivocally evil of his villain era. The character’s popularity shifted him into the role of anti-hero; Over time, he took on an almost completely heroic role.
After killing Knull, the god of the symbiotes, Eddie Brock became Marvel’s “King in Black,” raising Spider-Man Antagonistic to a role of cosmic importance and power. The role of Venom is also, in time, filled by the openly heroic Dylan Brock, Eddie’s son – although the elder Brock remains the one, true again of the symbiote’s power.
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The hero controls the powerful magical forces of his universe
DC: Doctor Fate
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More fun comics #55 (1940) |
Gardner Fox (writer); Howard Sherman (artist) |
magical expertise; Bearer of the Helmet of Fate, which grants abilities including astral projection and control of the natural elements |
Over the years, many have taken the title of Doctor Fate: Kent Nelson, Jared Stevens, Khalid Nassour. And they all have one thing in common: they all carry one of the most powerful relics in the DC Universe, the Helmet of Doom. The spirit of Naboo, a powerful cosmic being resides in the helmet, and Those chosen to wear the mantle of Doctor Fate are granted divine magical abilities.
With Naboo’s guidance, Doctor Fate serves as the DCU’s leading authority on magic, and he has used his arcane abilities to stop overwhelmingly powerful foes such as Wotan and Mordu. Of course, Naboo and those who serve as Doctor Fate are not always on the same page. But when these two entities are in sync, the magic of fate is almost unbeatable.
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The former herald of Galactus became an interstellar hero
Wonder: Silver Surfer
First appearance: |
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Fantastic Four #48 (1966) |
Jack Kirby (writer and artist) |
vast cosmic powers; indestructible; light-speed travel; Ability to transverse dimensional barriers |
Born Norrin Radd on the planet Zenn-La, the Silver Surfer is known as one of the noble and tortured entities in the Marvel Universe.. The Silver Surfer has the power cosmic, allowing him to absorb and manipulate the universe’s ambient cosmic energy. He is almost completely indestructible and can navigate space, hyperspace and dimensional barriers.
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The Silver Surfer can reach hyperspace speeds on his board and has even time traveled before. Like Hercules, his strength level is 100 plus. He also converts matter into energy, meaning he never has to eat or drink for survival, which results in him becoming an immensely powerful superhero.
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A character so strong that it makes him vulnerable
DC: Captain Atom
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Creators: |
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Space Adventures #33 (1960) |
Joe Gill (writer) Steve Ditko (writer and artist) |
quantum senses; quantum duplication; omnipotent knowledge; levitation; matter reconstruction |
Captain Atom (Nathaniel Adam) first appeared in Space Adventures #33 (1960), created by writer Joe Gill and artist/co-writer Steve Ditko. His powers include enhanced senses, better known as his quantum senses. Captain Atom perceives time differently than most, being able to see the past and future as one entity. He essentially knows everything and can remember it too.
Because Captain Atom has an enhanced mental capacity, allowing him to process information like a super-powered computer. He once interfaced with a PC and read 100 yottabytes (one septillion or 1024 bytes) of information in an extremely short time. Other abilities include telekinetically restructuring matter, levitating, changing size, along with creating clones through quantum superposition. Captain Atom has quantum armor, disintegration, molecular reconstruction and is invulnerable.