Marvel vs. DC: Who Reigns Supreme in Superhero Power?

So you think you know which universe has the most powerful superheroes? Marvel or DC?

The Battle For Superhero Supremacy

The debate between Marvel and dc fans can go on for ages. Both series have characters with impressive powers, but one side has the advantage!

To put it all in perspective. We took all of the most powerful, well-loved figures in both the DC and marvel universe. From those on the screen, Comics, television shows and video games! They were broken down, organized, and even ranked in the order of their strengths.

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The Top 35:

This incredible list goes through each of the most well-known and beloved, super heroes. So many of them with crazy powers! This means we can finally answer who is the most powerful, even those who have been debating the top performers for years!

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35 - The Flash Has Powers From The Speed Force

The Spectre Face from DC Comics Art Image

Known as one of the most celebrated DC Comics characters, you might remember him as the Fastest Man Alive! But there were so many individuals who have held the title. Each with special talents. Some of them are truly amazing and unforgettable! This "speedster" character had some cool features.

The first character to get these awesome abilities was Jay Garrick! He was a college athlete, with impressive skills
Then, there was Barry Allen, who also took up this great identity.
Wally West
and Bart Allen

You can find this iconic character in "Flash Comics #1 (1940)". That's not all! The "Speedster" has a vast number of powers including: Super Speed and a truly remarkable sense of agility. He even has the crazy power to be intangible! This allows the hero to literally go through walls!

He can also mess with "time." It makes sense, since he's got to keep up with such a crazy speed and even control when this amazing hero travels through time. It is also quite likely, though, that his speed could cause more problems as he may lose control of his abilities, landing him in this special spot on this super awesome list!

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34 - The Asgardians Are More Than Just A Force To Be Reckoned With

Marvel Comics Hercules Cosmic Costume Image

A new character has made an appearance! You won't see this in just any "Avengers" movie! If you don't remember, Heimdall has an incredible spot within Marvel Comics! You'll see that this character really does take on some legendary qualities! What makes it more impressive? You won't be able to miss "Journey Into Mystery #85 (1962)". A must have! The Asgardian God makes his mark with his unique talents that make him an interesting addition to "Asgardians" with some of his unique skills.

This impressive being, Heimdall, has a variety of cool powers to protect Asgard with his immense and mighty strength and also powers that have more supernatural and mystical effects as well. This hero is more than a god! With an ability that makes his role quite noteworthy: "Odinpower.". This super ability gives Heimdall a level of immense power that might even have more sway in Asgard than even Thor himself. Even more amazing? He can do it by tapping into cosmic energies.

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33 - Beast Boy And His Transformation Talents:

Beast Boy, one of those heroes who's so unique and incredible! What really makes this character an icon? His ability to change shapes, an amazing, special power!

If you really want a classic DC Comics tale that puts this hero in the center spotlight! Take a look at "Doom Patrol #99 (1965)!"

One of the great talents for Beast Boy was discovered during a crossover event: "Beast World". A massive crossover story! This put Beast Boy into the big spotlight!

Fans will be left asking how strong Beast Boy could truly become? Could he have abilities that might allow him to take on any form! A shape of a powerful "virus," an ability to replicate anything on Earth! All of those awesome abilities to turn into just about any shape really makes him a unique, powerful character that makes it worth following his adventures in "DC Comics."

32 - Deadpool, A Hero With The Power Of Healing:

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If you have watched Deadpool, or a comic book fan in general, you will understand. The "Merc with a Mouth!" It's one of those hilarious superheroes but there is a major reason why he's such a legend!

Get to know Wade Winston Wilson and his super-awesome, mutant abilities as the healing factor he possesses! The interesting part? This comes from a Wolverine special power and was the start of a great run, featured in "The New Mutants #98 (1991)!" It has some unique elements and helped Deadpool gain incredible success!.

You may be wondering: why does it all matter? "Deadpool has that super strength from a healing factor and it might even have been given by the X-Men as a mutation that brought his ability to life.

It seems there is no battle that can stop him and it's his power to fight over and over that's super important!
There's an endurance that keeps him going even with tough battles.
You can't stop the "Merc with a Mouth" from being incredibly fast, especially when he can jump far.

But that's not all, you might say what does the fourth wall do for him? It seems Deadpool can do more than any regular superhero, which puts him in a special spot for these characters and their crazy superpowers!

31 - The Martian Manhunter Is One Of The Justice League's Powerhouses:

Silver Surfer in space in Marvel Comics Image

Martian Manhunter has been around since "Detective Comics #225 (1955)." A member of the "Justice League," the group of DC Comics most popular and unforgettable heroes.

What makes this super cool character so epic?

Martian Manhunter has some amazing abilities from shapeshifting and flight! There's also this one awesome skill that makes "Martian Manhunter" so great and powerful, he's able to become invisible!

"Martian Manhunter" also has these other unique, god-like qualities such as: super strength, and some mind blowing "regeneration" skills.
He also has a fast speed and some powerful mental capabilities, allowing him to phase and become almost undetectable!

It’s a combination that makes him incredibly tough!

30 - The Mighty Thor Is A Superhero From Asgard

There is nothing better than a superhero who makes their home in "Asgard"! Thor, is another "Asgardian". What makes it more incredible is that his journey has given audiences, one of the most inspiring transformations in comics!

He was able to make his presence known "Journey Into Mystery #83 (1962)," where we get an amazing glimpse into the beginning of this story. In this case, we get to see him transformed as "Allfather"! You will see him, the god of thunder, a figure with some awe-inspiring abilities!

His list is long! He can become a great warrior and his powers to control weather are some of the best in comics, too!

This incredible being! What's really interesting is that this mighty God can do more than just "throw lightning," He also uses his magic hammer to manipulate time and space. Thor's journey may be full of epic events, battles, and those truly powerful superhero moments. He always looks to stand tall as one of the "Avengers" with amazing abilities to save the world!

29 - Wonder Woman Is A Powerful DC Heroine:

Captain Atom looking towards the reader in the DC Comics Image

Wonder Woman has a super important place within "DC Comics." If you're going to talk about great heroes from this company! It’s hard to ignore this legendary, fierce, female superhero. With some of the coolest origins! It was all the way back in "All-Star Comics #8 (1941)," with such an impressive legacy! Diana, a name we often hear but if we bring it back. This Amazonian warrior and protector, was brought to life! A woman who really stands tall and takes on incredible roles to show off just what a force to be reckoned with, that a strong, powerful woman can be! This warrior from "Themyscira", the location where her journey began.

The best part? She's not only super skilled with a variety of talents.

There are endless amazing things she can do, but a couple stand out:

Wonder Woman has amazing, super strength, and invulnerability!
She can also fly, a truly great talent! But if you haven't heard of it She also has an awesome way to recover, too, which helps make her a survivor!

Not only can she engage in hand-to-hand combat but she has skills that only Wonder Woman can do!

What stands out! She was gifted by the Gods with this super power, a way for this strong, female hero, to take on the mantle! Her powers and amazing gear make her one of the coolest, most popular heroes for those that love "DC Comics."

28 - The Hulk Is An Unstoppable Force Of Nature

Hulk Smash! It's what you'll hear in a famous movie moment or a Marvel Comics moment. If there's anything you should know. This hero! You really want to avoid getting into his bad side as this might just make his super-powers incredibly dangerous and potent, the Hulk could take on so many different people but the more angry he gets, it's a situation where he is likely to unleash even more mayhem!

His origins come from the "Incredible Hulk #1 (1962).". It's one of those classic comic book moments that fans really get to enjoy as a part of this amazing, awesome series! This superhero has incredible strength.

With an amazing, powerful form. His abilities were also created as a mutation! It's no surprise that Hulk's ability is not just brute strength, he's also incredibly fast. With an amazing ability to hop far, and even breathe underwater. And that's all while regenerating with crazy resilience! He truly makes the comics even more enjoyable to read for those that really enjoy his story.

27 - Spectre: A Force of Vengeance

What is a "Spectre" doing in the "dc universe." It may sound like a "James Bond" villain. But he has an extraordinary background as an amazing super hero, and he first appeared in "More Fun Comics #52 (1940).". But more than a superhero. This being is so special, it is the very embodiment of "Divine Vengeance"! So for anyone that tries to cause trouble for the DC Universe and is trying to do some serious, world-altering, dark, criminal acts, it's sure to end with a super powerful moment from this divine character.

The "Spectre" normally has a human host that becomes its embodiment! This first took shape with a cop named Jim Corrigan
The next time we get to see "Spectre" he was given the opportunity to have Hal Jordan as his host, but it really didn't work out so well!

What truly makes this character a cut above the rest, "Spectre" is known as a "Cosmic Entity". His power is limitless because of this. There are few things that could take this being down!

The "Spectre" doesn't use any average powers either, as he's so amazing. There are plenty of amazing and noteworthy feats from his incredible history in the "DC Universe." With an ability to warp time and even space. It appears to be a true unstoppable force with an incredibly vast knowledge!

Spectre will have no problem finding all of those terrible villains in this world. As a superhero with this insane and unique power. There are plenty of fans who love to see him on the screen or read him on paper, because he just seems to always hit all those right notes!

26 - Hercules: A Superhero From Olympus:

Another, incredible superhero has come into the mix and made a big splash! The "Marvel Universe always looks to bring the most interesting characters together.

Get ready because, you might already know him as "Hercules."! This iconic superhero was one of the greats, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The creation came way back in "Journey Into Mystery Annual #1 (1965).", adding yet another amazing, compelling character to the long list!

It is said that the god Hercules came from Olympus! You might recognize some of these powers that he uses in this universe. This "Olympian" with amazing strength is able to "lift over 100 tons", that makes him a truly massive, and intimidating character.

He has had the chance to really get those iconic moments from all of his appearances. He also wields the magical "Golden Mace" that he acquired through the ancient Greek God Hephaestus. The magic in this special weapon helps "Hercules" have even more incredible powers!

25 - Supergirl Is Krypton's Female Superhero

While the world might be crazy about "Superman", there is also an incredibly impressive, strong female hero from the planet Krypton! "Supergirl," who came all the way from "Action Comics #252 (1959)", is a huge favorite!

Her real name is Kara Zor-El, which puts her in a special position as "Superman's" cousin. It gives her a really big advantage and you get to see her on the big and small screen, she is just as powerful.

"Supergirl" was designed to be "Superman"s other half but also bring unique abilities, and she is no slouch! This amazing superhero is able to fly with super speed. She has even learned incredible ways to control her strength, a variety of abilities for a female super hero, and all from a talented performer that can handle everything that "Supergirl" is capable of. And like her cousin, her strength level is said to be "100+," a truly amazing level! She has incredible power with an immense capacity to do amazing things in the "DC Universe" with the aid of Batman! A big fan, who showed "Supergirl" just how to kick things up a notch.

It is worth giving this heroine another look for those who haven't had a chance!

24 - Venom: A Villain And Antihero in One:

You know him by this amazing, incredible ability that was shown in "The Amazing Spider-Man #300" Venom is the embodiment of a creature that could do some horrible things and those who watch "Spider-Man", will be familiar. And those who are super hardcore fans are likely to remember that a really cool version of the hero who's just a step away, from that evil villain? That would be the special "King in Black"! It's not just one individual who has become the "Venom" over time.

You could even say the series of comics that really started making "Venom" so popular really came through "Eddie Brock."! With this symbiotic bond and abilities he could get access to so many great powers! You can even see the relationship between "Venom" and "Spider-Man" as one where they will continue to square off but could have a real relationship, a "love/hate" sort of thing!

23 - Doctor Fate: A Powerful Master of Magic:

In the world of comic books! It's pretty clear. Magic has a huge presence, especially when talking about DC Comics. That's what you'll get if you go back to "More Fun Comics #55 (1940)," one of the earlier comics that really shaped the "DC Universe." It all started with "Doctor Fate.". With a series of iconic characters!

There was "Kent Nelson."
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These were characters that really embraced what it meant to have great magic, especially with this magical armor called "The Helmet of Fate," it seemed as if they could have control over anything.

This "helmet," was said to be from an ancient time and it brought the "DC Universe" a god who would lead the way for any magic and bring great, divine abilities to those who are worthy, which really shows the power and talent of this character and these amazing, epic feats. Even more than just regular, super heroes, with powers like "astral projection."

22 - The Silver Surfer Is An Intergalactic Force:

Another "Marvel Universe," superhero. "The Silver Surfer" was once thought to be one of those truly epic characters to come through "Marvel". They really got everyone's attention when the character first arrived on the scene in "Fantastic Four #48 (1966)."! This "cosmic being" that came from another galaxy.

In a great turn of events. It turns out that he had the "power cosmic," which allowed this powerful, unique hero to wield these incredible powers from across the universe. You will find this character to be near invincible, capable of time traveling and more than a hero to many, making him one of the coolest and most special! His story will have a great, inspiring moment for many! As his background really was an emotional roller coaster ride!

"Silver Surfer" also has some additional skills to keep a good "universe" in order!

21 - Captain Atom is A Marvel Universe Superhero With A Quantum Leap

Captain Atom was the ultimate "multi-tasker." There was a big leap for the "Marvel Universe," when we see this unique character "Space Adventures #33 (1960), for those that are new fans or super hardcore fans! The comic really helped to bring this "Marvel Universe", hero, into the fold with great powers such as the "quantum senses."

This special character can perceive everything! This gives him an incredible vantage point, knowing the past and present, giving him a tremendous advantage.

As a powerful being, "Captain Atom" had incredible and special skills! His power really put him in a unique spot in the world! Even if you don't follow all of his stories it will be worthwhile to see just what made this character so powerful!

He was one of the strongest superheroes in this world! And if there were times he didn't get enough of attention, fans will get that chance as his abilities have come back. It is super important to note. "Captain Atom" could be way, way up the ranks as far as superhero power but in the past his powers were used sparingly. If you really love this amazing comic hero, check out his stories!

20 - Grandmaster Is An Underrated Force

A mastermind of epic proportions, is known to be "Grandmaster," a being with immense and incredible power! He was discovered back in "The Avengers #69 (1969),"! In this case we got an unforgettable look at an older being with unique talents.

One thing that makes "Grandmaster" so compelling is he looks to really shake things up!

And he has abilities that give him more powers to help him rule over others. That "reality"? "Grandmaster" has some crazy, out-of-this-world skills and an endless stream of abilities as a super powerful character.

19 - Shazam: A Superhero With Divine Empowerment:

Shazam or even if you knew him as "Captain Marvel" was originally one of "Fawcett Comics" best creations in the world of "Comics" before it became a major figure in "DC Comics" in 1973. That moment in history. He had amazing abilities, and made a real impact in a world of super heroes.

Shazam had the incredible gift of transforming himself and gaining powers, and an ability that's one of a kind!
His transformation means there are powers that can really push him through a battle! All with an epic spell!

He gets to live in an epic world!

"Shazam" was created through the aid of the Gods in "Whiz Comics #2 (Fawcett Comics, 1940)", and there is nothing cooler than when he transformed from a child into an iconic hero!

What made him stand out is his ability to control electrical elements, magic and transforming from "Billy Batson."

His super strength comes from a mixture of abilities. If you haven't already explored what makes this comic book so popular. It's about that journey, and how one boy with a big spirit could change the course of events. If you look into it. You will see "Shazam" has many abilities but there are few heroes like him in "DC Comics". Even more amazing, is he able to distribute power and make the abilities shared, not only a force to be reckoned with but it could bring a greater sense of empowerment for those who follow in his footsteps!

18 - Magneto: A Powerful Master of Magnetism

"Magneto", another member of the "Marvel Universe", an incredible figure who always knows how to get noticed with a cool and unique style. What stands out? Magneto is known as a hero with amazing, powerful abilities from "X-Men #1 (1963)."

What is really special, is the incredible, magnetic ability. "Magneto" uses this power to control metal around him, giving him control of an almost overwhelming set of abilities. What makes him more interesting is the use of "a metal helmet".

The "X-Men" story goes on, but in comics, it's truly an amazing, awe-inspiring thing to read his story!

17 - Darkseid: A Threat To The DC Universe

As we go to another comic! We learn that even in "DC Comics", not all of the great stories are about great heroism, the most notable thing in these cases?

"Darkseid". A very, very bad super villain.

Darkseid, made his entrance in "Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen #134 (1970)", he represents one of those threats, a personification, an ultimate evil that can have huge implications on those who are not ready! You will discover an epic character who can be just as destructive!
Darkseid was known as a real menace that brought fear! His objective is to really dominate the world. What else? It's also a mission to acquire and possess "The Anti-Life Equation," so it can control the universe.

What gives him these powers? Well, they come from his unique, "New God Physiology." A true force! The reason why he is such a terror for the heroes in the "DC Universe."

16 - Thanos: The Mad Titan, A Force To Be Reckoned With

Another bad guy who can give all of the other heroes in the "Marvel Universe a major problem? "Thanos."! The iconic character who makes appearances throughout, the big screen adventures.

What really sets him apart from the other heroes?

Thanos, came about in "Iron Man #55 (1972)".

He is one of the most sought-after characters, making it a big deal to be a part of "Thanos'" history!

A true icon! But also a dangerous threat to the "Marvel Universe," and his mission. You've heard it all before- an endless attempt to rule over everything!

He's often viewed as being obsessed with "death", making his story one that has left audiences and even those in the "Marvel Universe" on the edge of their seats! It is no surprise, how powerful he truly is!

There's this one feat that everyone remembers! "Thanos," is known as the ultimate "villain," who can use all his powerful abilities.

A moment that gave many fans pause!

A special set of powerful objects known as the "Infinity Gems."! They have the ultimate power over everything in the "Universe," so to speak! "Thanos," knows just how to use them.

He's a super terrifying, super evil character! But, for those that follow his story you're in for an emotional, unforgettable roller coaster ride, and those who know his story, know it will forever change the course of this universe!