This is a pretty obvious one for me, I probably should have done this a while ago. I want to point out that these are heroes originally based on comic book characters. So this means no Incredibles, Gizmo Duck or Super Grover. Down below I broke down each hero into three sections:
1) Who he is - This is for those who don't know super heroes that well.
2)You might know him from - I included this to showcase what I believe the character's most popular things are outside of the comics.
3) Why I like him- My opinions as to why these heroes are on this list.
I stayed away from listing the comics the heroes are based on in the You might know him from section. If you know comics thats what you know him from. If not its probably one of the things I talk about. My top three are pretty set in stone in my mind and have been for a while. My last two I went back and fourth on but I ended pretty confidently. I also want to point out that am not a true afficiando on any of these heroes (except for maybe a degree in Spider-man with a minor in Batman) so I am sure I could be saying something that you think is off base. Sorry, you might be reading the wrong blog if you are looking for perfection on this subject matter.
With that said let's get to the main course:
5) Flash
Who he is:
Flash has had various people take on the mantle: Jay Garrick, Barry Allen, Wally West and Bart Allen. However I would say most people consider Barry Allen to be the incarnation most people like and are familiar with. All four incarnations of the Flash have had the ability of "super speed"
You might know him from:
The Flash TV show in the 90's. He has also been in "The Justice league" animated Series and his character has appeared in smallville. Probably his most recent claim to fame outside of comics is Sheldon Cooper from Big Bang Theory dressing up like him in an episode and running around his apartment.
Why I like him:
To be honest I am not sure anymore. The more I have read about him the less I am interested in his character. I have found the comic somewhat boring along with his other incarnations. The TV show really seemed like it was trying to be a little like the Batman movie that was out at the time. The Justice League cartoon character seemed to take on what Plastic Man's persona is in the comics. This was show cased mostly on how he interacted with people which wasn't true to the character in a lot of ways. I think the biggest thing that attracts me to him is simply his super power. If I had to choose, super speed would be it. The power of speed could take on several powers as long as it was harnassed correctly. I also like the flash symbol (I know it's materalistic but deal with it). Quite honestly I am not a DC comic guy. Batman is the only one I truly enjoy the rest seem to be to flawless and have to generate flaws to stay interesting. I have a feeling in a few years Flash might be moved out of the top five if they don't do something with him soon.
4) Iron Man
Who he is:
Tony Stark, genius, billionaire playboy, philanthropist. Tony suffered a chest injury and built a suit to help keep him alive and escape from his captors. He has no superpowers but is considered to be a genius. He graduated from MIT when he was 17. He is considered to be one of the most (if not the most) intelligent person in the Marvel Universe.
You might know him from:
Iron Man, Iron Man 2, Iron man 3, The Avengers.
Why I like him:
I cannot tell a lie, this is all because of the movies. I did not know Iron man that well and quite frankly I did not think it would do that well at the box office. The character was relatively unknown unless you were a comic guy. Another possibility of knowing him was you could of been one of the ten people that recognized his character from one of his many cartoon cameos. He seemed boring and the villians seemed weak in any comic or cartoon I saw. The movies however have proved me wrong. Robert Downey Jr. brought something special and engaing to the role and makes me want to watch the character. He is funny, smart and knows his way around a spectacular fight. The character went from relative mainstream unknown to one of the first heroes kids talk about. This has to be credited to Robert Downey Jr and the characters appearances in the marvel cinematic universe.
3) Daredevil
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| Daredevil is even better in bear form. |
Matt Murdock, he was blinded by a radioactive substance that fell from an oncoming vehicle. This heightens his senses beyond normal human ability. He is a master of several martial arts and he is skilled and respected attorney.
You might know him from:
The movie Daredevil staring Ben Affleck. If you ever watched the 90' Spider-man animated series he also made quite a few cameos throughout the run of that show. Some people who normally don't read comics also got into him because film maker Kevin Smith wrote a few of his issues.
Why I like him:
I first noticed him in a cameo on a Spider-man cartoon and thought he seemed fascinating. I then read a few of the comics and then a few years later I saw the movie. Unlike most people I liked the movie, it actually made me want to read more about him. The movie wasn't the greatest, but I liked the character enough and thought enough elements of the charatcer were there to make the movie a decent watch. I enjoy the concept of a blind attorney fighting crime. Not only does he put on a suit and fight crime but he also does it when the mask comes off. There are not too many characters I can think of who are still fighting crime as their occupation when they are not in costume.
2) Batman
Who he is:
Bruce Wayne. (However other people at times have taken over the mantle) After witnessing the murder of his parents as a small child he swears revenge on criminals and gives them his own brand of justice. He does not posses any super powers. He is immensely wealthy and has a very high intellect. This allows him to have great detective skills and a high knowledge of science and technology.You might know him from: Countless TV shows, cartoons, movies and probably your childhood in some fashion.
Why I like him:
Batman is a man in a costume. A man who fights for what he believes is right. He fights everyday so he might prevent anyone ever having to go through a similar pain he did when he lost his parents. He is someone who sacrifices his fortune, his mind and his body to better humankind and specifically his city of Gotham. The main thing I like about Batman is unlike other heroes who I can relate personally with, Batman is not like that. He is the man I wish I was. The intelligent detective who is a martial arts master and who is always one step ahead of everyone else. Who doesn't want that?
1) Spider-Man
Who he is:
Peter Parker (Depending on the universe there have been others, but he is the main one) Science genius high schooler (sometimes college) student gets bit by a radioactive spider. He then struggles with his love life, super villians and his Aunt May. I also forgot to mention he is very quick witted and funny. He has a one liner for just about every interaction with a villian.
You might know him from:
Well if you know me: my house, my ranting and my wardrobe. If not, the three movies directed by Sam Rami; Spiderman 1-3 (2002-2007), The Amazing Spider-man (2012), and a variety of animated shows. The Ultimate Spider-man being the most recent one that currenlty plays on disney XD.
Why I like him:
I have already written an entire blog on my love affair with him a year or so back at my other Blogger page:
Spider-man: Your friendly neighborhood Tom
But to give a quick summary, he is the most relatable hero to me. Growing up I watched how he struggled in relationships and how he always wanted to do the right thing. He often didn't make the best choices, but always had good intentions. He seemed different then the other mainstream heroes. He was quick witted and humorous. He dated different girls and had normal everyday problems in not normal extraordinary situations. If I was on a dessert Island and had to pick one fictional character to hang out with, it would be the web-head.
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