Discover a complete list of 53 superheroes that start with the letter “H,” featuring characters from major publishers like Marvel and DC, as well as prominent independent creators. Many of these heroes come from rich comic book histories, ranging from classic figures like Hawkman and Hawkgirl to cosmic powerhouses such as Hyperion. This collection highlights a wide variety of abilities and backgrounds, showing the diversity and depth of heroes connected by the simple but powerful letter “H.”
Explore the table below to find detailed information on each superhero.
Superheroes This column lists the hero’s primary name or alias, helping you identify characters quickly by their most recognized identities.
Publisher Here, you’ll see which company created the hero, revealing their comic book origin, whether from Marvel, DC, or independent sources.
First Appearance This indicates the comic book and issue number where the character made their debut, providing important clues to their history and longevity.
Powers This section summarizes the main abilities or skills that define each hero, from super strength and flight to unique mutant or magical talents.
Description Find a brief overview explaining who the hero is, their background, and key characteristics that make them stand out in their comic book universe.
Superheroes that start with H
| Superheroes | Publisher | First appearance | Powers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hacker | Marvel Comics | Uncanny X-Men #325 (October 1995) | Technopathy, skilled computer hacker |
| Hair-Trigger | Marvel Comics | X-Men: First Class #1 (September 2006) | Enhanced reflexes, precise aim, expert marksman |
| Hammer | Marvel Comics | X-Force #106 (September 2000) | Superhuman strength, durability, cybernetic enhancements |
| Hannibal King | Marvel Comics | Tomb of Dracula #25 (October 1974) | Vampiric abilities (enhanced strength, speed, senses, healing), no need for blood, immunity to some vampiric weaknesses |
| Harbinger | DC Comics | New Teen Titans Annual #2 (July 1983) | Flight, energy manipulation, cosmic awareness, prophetic visions |
| Hardcore | Marvel Comics | Wolverine (Vol. 2) #87 (November 1994) | Cybernetic enhancements, superhuman strength, durability, skilled combatant |
| Harrier | DC Comics | Detective Comics #487 (December 1979) | Skilled pilot, advanced jetpack, various gadgets |
| Havok | Marvel Comics | Uncanny X-Men #54 (March 1969) | Absorbs cosmic energy and re-emits it as plasma blasts, energy immunity |
| Hawk | DC Comics | Showcase #75 (June 1968) | Superhuman strength, durability, enhanced aggression, healing factor |
| Hawkeye | Marvel Comics | Tales of Suspense #57 (September 1964) | Master archer, exceptional hand-to-hand combatant, expert marksman |
| Hawkgirl | DC Comics | All-Star Comics #8 (December 1941) | Flight (via Nth metal wings), enhanced strength, regeneration, skilled combatant, reincarnation |
| Hawkman | DC Comics | Flash Comics #1 (January 1940) | Flight (via Nth metal wings), enhanced strength, regeneration, skilled combatant, reincarnation |
| Hawkwoman | DC Comics | Flash Comics #1 (January 1940, as Shiera Sanders) / The Brave and the Bold #34 (March 1961, as Shayera Hol) | Flight (via Nth metal wings), enhanced strength, regeneration, skilled combatant, reincarnation |
| Hazmat | Marvel Comics | Avengers Academy #1 (August 2010) | Emits various forms of radiation, energy blasts, protective suit |
| He-Man | Mattel / DC Comics | He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (mini-comic, 1982) / DC Comics Presents #47 (July 1982, DC debut) | Superhuman strength, speed, durability, magical sword |
| Healer | Marvel Comics | Uncanny X-Men #179 (March 1984) | Accelerated healing factor, can heal others’ injuries |
| Heart-Attack | Marvel Comics | Marvel Comics Presents #15 (February 1989) | Telekinesis, psionic blasts, energy manipulation |
| Heavy Mettle | Marvel Comics | Damage Control (Vol. 3) #1 (July 1991) | Superhuman strength, durability, density manipulation |
| Heimdall | Marvel Comics | Journey into Mystery #85 (October 1962) | Superhuman strength, durability, enhanced senses (can see/hear anything), master combatant |
| Helena | DC Comics | All-Star Comics #58 (January 1976, as Helena Wayne) | Expert martial artist, skilled detective, master of disguise, peak human conditioning |
| Hellboy | Dark Horse Comics | San Diego Comic-Con Comics #2 (August 1993) | Superhuman strength, durability, healing factor, Right Hand of Doom, infernal heritage |
| Hellcat | Marvel Comics | Avengers #144 (February 1976, as Hellcat) | Enhanced agility, strength, reflexes, retractable claws, mystical awareness |
| Hellion | Marvel Comics | New Mutants (Vol. 2) #2 (August 2004) | Telekinesis (flight, force fields, blasts) |
| Helios | Marvel Comics | Thor Annual #5 (November 1976) | Generates intense heat and light, flight, superhuman strength |
| Hephaestus | Marvel Comics | Venus #17 (December 1951) | Master inventor and blacksmith, superhuman strength and durability |
| Her | Marvel Comics | Incredible Hulk (Vol. 2) #266 (December 1981) | Cosmic energy manipulation, flight, superhuman attributes, resurrection, matter manipulation |
| Hercules | Marvel Comics | Journey into Mystery Annual #1 (October 1965) | Superhuman strength, durability, immortality, master combatant |
| Hex | DC Comics | All-Star Western #10 (February 1972) | Expert gunslinger, tracker, combatant, uncanny sense of justice |
| High Guard | DC Comics | JLA #61 (February 2002) | Flight, energy projection, superhuman strength, durability |
| High-Heeled Homicide | Unknown / Independent | Unknown | Unspecified, likely combat skills, possibly linked to heels |
| Hindsight Lad | Marvel Comics | New Warriors #37 (July 1993) | None (analyzes past events to “predict” outcomes) |
| Hippolyta | DC Comics | All Star Comics #8 (December 1941) | Superhuman strength, agility, immortality, master Amazonian warrior |
| Hit-Girl | Icon Comics / Image Comics | Kick-Ass #3 (May 2008) | Master martial artist, expert marksman, skilled with various weapons, high pain tolerance |
| Hope Summers | Marvel Comics | X-Men: Messiah Complex #1 (December 2007) | Omega-level mutant, power mimicry, psionic abilities, energy manipulation, “mutant messiah” |
| Hoplite | Marvel Comics | Iron Man #14 (June 1969) | Enhanced strength, armored suit, energy spear, jet boots |
| Hornet | Marvel Comics | Amazing Spider-Man #434 (May 1998, as Peter Parker) / Slingers #0 (November 1998, as Eddie McDonough) | Flight, stinging energy blasts, enhanced agility, armed suit |
| Horridus | Image Comics | Savage Dragon #1 (July 1993) | Superhuman strength, sharp quills, enhanced senses |
| Horus | Marvel Comics | Thor #239 (September 1975) | Superhuman strength, durability, flight (via falcon form), magic |
| Hot Spot | DC Comics | Teen Titans (Vol. 3) #1 (July 2003) | Pyrokinesis, heat absorption, flame generation, heat vision |
| Hotshot | Marvel Comics | X-Men: Gold #2 (September 2017) | Pyrokinesis, flight, energy blasts |
| Hour-Man | DC Comics | Adventure Comics #48 (March 1940) | Miraclo-fueled enhanced strength, speed, durability, heightened senses for one hour |
| Hourman | DC Comics | Adventure Comics #48 (March 1940, Rex Tyler) / JSA #1 (August 1999, Matthew Tyler) | Miraclo-fueled powers, time manipulation (Matthew Tyler, Android), enhanced strength, speed, durability |
| Howard the Duck | Marvel Comics | Adventure into Fear #19 (December 1973) | Master of Quack Fu (martial art), skilled detective, cigar-smoking |
| Hulk | Marvel Comics | Incredible Hulk #1 (May 1962) | Superhuman strength, durability, healing factor, gamma radiation manipulation (some versions) |
| Hulkling | Marvel Comics | Young Avengers #1 (April 2005) | Superhuman strength, shapeshifting, flight (via wings), healing factor |
| Human Torch | Marvel Comics | Fantastic Four #1 (November 1961) | Pyrokinesis, flight, flame manipulation, heat resistance, nova flame |
| Hummingbird | Marvel Comics | Scarlet Spider #1 (January 2012) | Empathic precognition, flight, enhanced agility, sonic manipulation |
| Huntress | DC Comics | All-Star Comics #58 (January 1976, as Helena Wayne) / Crisis on Infinite Earths #7 (October 1985, as Helena Bertinelli) | Expert martial artist, skilled combatant, master of various weapons, peak human conditioning |
| Huntsman | DC Comics | All-Star Comics #72 (May 1978) | Expert archer, skilled tracker, master of disguise, combatant |
| Hurricane | Marvel Comics | Captain America Comics #1 (March 1941) | Superhuman speed, strength, flight (Golden Age) / Wind manipulation, flight (modern) |
| Husk | Marvel Comics | X-Men (Vol. 2) #7 (April 1992) | Sheds skin to reveal different forms/powers (e.g., metallic, rock, fiery), adaptive physiology |
| Hybrid | Marvel Comics | The New Warriors Annual #3 (July 1993) | Symbiotic bond, shapeshifting, superhuman strength, agility, wall-crawling, healing factor |
| Hyperion | Marvel Comics | Avengers #85 (February 1971) | Superhuman strength, speed, flight, durability, heat vision, atomic vision |
Descriptions
Hacker
Hacker, Elias Bogan, is a mutant with the ability to control computer systems with his mind. He has primarily been an adversary to the X-Men, using his skills to cause chaos and fulfill the agendas of various villainous organizations in the Marvel Universe.
Hair-Trigger
Hair-Trigger, Marcus Johnson, is a skilled marksman with incredibly fast reflexes. He was part of the X-Men: First Class series, often aiding the younger generation of mutants with his tactical prowess.
Hammer
Hammer is a cyborg with cybernetic enhancements granting him superhuman strength and durability. He has been associated with various mutant groups, often acting as a formidable enforcer or mercenary in the Marvel Universe, battling heroes like Cable.
Hannibal King
Hannibal King is a detective and a unique “neo-vampire” who gained his powers after being bitten by Deacon Frost. Unlike traditional vampires, he does not crave human blood, using his abilities to fight supernatural threats, often alongside Blade.
Harbinger
Harbinger, Lyla Michaels, was chosen by the Monitor to observe the Multiverse. She gained vast cosmic powers, playing a crucial role in *Crisis on Infinite Earths*, gathering heroes and documenting the universe’s ultimate fate and its various realities.
Hardcore
Hardcore, a former Weapon X agent, is a cybernetically enhanced assassin and enforcer. He possesses superhuman strength and resilience, making him a dangerous opponent, particularly in his frequent clashes with Wolverine and other Marvel heroes throughout various storylines.
Harrier
The Harrier is a criminal who uses a high-tech jetpack and flight suit to commit crimes. He is often an adversary of Batman, using his aerial mobility and gadgets to evade capture and challenge the Caped Crusader in Gotham City’s skies, showcasing his unique aerial threats.
Havok
Havok, Alex Summers, is Cyclops’s younger brother and a powerful mutant. He absorbs ambient cosmic energy, converting it into destructive plasma waves. He has been a prominent member of the X-Men, X-Factor, and other mutant teams, often struggling with his immense power.
Hawk
Hawk, one half of the duo Hawk and Dove, is Don Hall, who gains powers from the Lords of Order. He embodies aggressive force and passion, transforming into a formidable warrior. He is a frequent ally of the Teen Titans and other DC heroes.
Hawkeye
Hawkeye, Clint Barton, is an unparalleled archer with perfect aim and a wide array of trick arrows. Despite lacking superpowers, his expert combat skills and strategic mind make him a vital member of the Avengers and a skilled espionage agent, known for his precision.
Hawkgirl
Hawkgirl, most notably Shayera Hol or Kendra Saunders, is an alien or reincarnated warrior linked to ancient Egypt. She uses Nth metal wings for flight and wields various archaic weapons, fighting alongside Hawkman and the Justice League against threats from various dimensions.
Hawkman
Hawkman, usually Carter Hall or Katar Hol, is an ancient warrior, either an archaeologist or an alien policeman. Powered by Nth metal, he uses wings for flight and ancient weapons, battling injustice and often reincarnating through history to continue his endless fight.
Hawkwoman
Hawkwoman, often Shiera Sanders or Shayera Hol, is a partner to Hawkman, sharing his Nth metal-based powers of flight and enhanced physicality. She is a fierce warrior and an integral member of the Justice League, protecting Earth from various threats.
Hazmat
Hazmat, Jennifer Takeda, is a mutant whose body constantly emits dangerous radiation. She must wear a specialized containment suit to protect others. She was a student at Avengers Academy, learning to control her unique and volatile abilities and integrate into society.
He-Man
He-Man, Prince Adam of Eternia, transforms into the most powerful man in the universe. He wields the Power Sword, battling Skeletor and defending Eternia and the secrets of Castle Grayskull, embodying courage and strength against evil.
Healer
The Healer is a mutant member of the Morlocks, a subterranean community of outcast mutants. He possesses the ability to rapidly heal himself and others from injuries, often serving as a vital medical resource for his fellow Morlocks, providing solace and recovery.
Heart-Attack
Heart-Attack, Johnathon Davies, is a mutant with potent telekinetic abilities. He can generate powerful psionic blasts and manipulate objects with his mind, making him a formidable, albeit obscure, opponent in the Marvel Universe, often clashing with various heroes.
Heavy Mettle
Heavy Mettle, Herman Schultz, is a member of Damage Control, a construction company specializing in cleaning up superhero battles. He possesses superhuman strength and durability, able to increase his density, making him incredibly tough and resilient in his challenging job.
Heimdall
Heimdall is the all-seeing, all-hearing Asgardian guardian of the Bifrost Bridge. Endowed with incredible senses, he can perceive events across the nine realms. He is a loyal protector of Asgard and a formidable warrior alongside Thor and Odin.
Helena
Helena Wayne is the Huntress from Earth-2, the daughter of Batman and Catwoman. She carries on her parents’ legacy as a crimefighter, excelling in acrobatics and combat. Helena is a prominent member of the Justice Society of America, upholding justice.
Hellboy
Hellboy is a demon summoned to Earth by Nazis, raised by Professor Bruttenholm, and working for the B.P.R.D. He fights supernatural threats with his Right Hand of Doom and formidable strength, balancing his demonic nature with his human upbringing.
Hellcat
Hellcat, Patsy Walker, is a former model and superheroine with enhanced physical attributes and mystical senses. She gained her powers through various magical artifacts and training, becoming a skilled combatant and a frequent ally to the Defenders and Avengers in their supernatural encounters.
Hellion
Hellion, Julian Keller, is a mutant with powerful telekinetic abilities, allowing him to fly, create force fields, and unleash destructive energy blasts. He was a student at the Xavier Institute, often struggling with his temper while honing his formidable powers.
Helios
Helios is an Olympian god of the sun, related to Apollo, who appears in the Marvel Universe. He can generate immense heat and light, fly, and possesses superhuman strength. He is occasionally depicted in stories involving the Greek pantheon and Thor.
Hephaestus
Hephaestus is the Olympian god of blacksmiths, artisans, and fire in the Marvel Universe. Though physically disabled, he is an unparalleled craftsman, creating powerful weapons and tools for the gods, including Zeus’s lightning bolts and Thor’s Mjolnir.
Her
Her, also known as Kismet or Ayesha, is a genetically perfect artificial being, a counterpart to Adam Warlock. She possesses vast cosmic powers, including energy manipulation and flight, and seeks a suitable mate to create a perfect race.
Hercules
Hercules, the Prince of Power, is an Olympian god and a demigod hero from Greek mythology. In the Marvel Universe, he is a boisterous, fun-loving, and incredibly powerful ally of the Avengers, known for his incredible strength and epic brawls, showcasing his legendary might.
Hex
Jonah Hex is a scarred and cynical bounty hunter from the Old West. Known for his distinctive facial disfigurement and gruff demeanor, he operates by his own harsh moral code, often bringing justice to lawless lands with his unparalleled marksmanship.
High Guard
High Guard is a member of the Ultramarines, a team of genetically engineered superheroes created by the UN. He possesses standard superhuman abilities like flight, strength, and energy projection, designed to be a potent force for global protection, but sometimes challenges the Justice League.
High-Heeled Homicide
High-Heeled Homicide appears to be an extremely obscure character, potentially from independent works or fan creations, making specific details difficult to ascertain. Information regarding a defined publisher, first appearance, or concrete powers is currently unavailable.
Hindsight Lad
Hindsight Lad, Carlton LaFroyge, is a non-powered civilian who became a hanger-on for the New Warriors. He claims to have “hindsight” as a power, analyzing past events to state what *should* have been done, often irritating the heroes with his lack of actual foresight.
Hippolyta
Queen Hippolyta is the immortal queen of the Amazons of Themyscira and mother of Wonder Woman. A fierce and wise ruler, she is an unparalleled warrior, embodying strength and leadership, dedicated to protecting her people and guiding her daughter in the ways of justice.
Hit-Girl
Hit-Girl, Mindy Macready, is a highly trained and lethal child assassin. Taught by her father Big Daddy, she is a master of martial arts, marksmanship, and a wide array of weaponry, fighting crime with brutal efficiency and a fearless attitude.
Hope Summers
Hope Summers is the first mutant born after M-Day, making her the “mutant messiah.” She possesses the ability to mimic and amplify the powers of any mutant near her, making her incredibly powerful and pivotal to the survival of the mutant race.
Hoplite
Hoplite is a supervillain who wears an advanced suit of armor inspired by ancient Greek hoplites. He possesses enhanced strength, flight via jet boots, and wields an energy spear. He has been a recurring foe for Iron Man and other Marvel heroes.
Hornet
Hornet is an identity used by multiple characters, most notably Eddie McDonough, a member of the Slingers. He uses a specialized suit that grants him flight, energy “stingers,” and enhanced agility, often operating as a hero in New York City.
Horridus
Horridus, Alison Summers, is a mutant with an unusual appearance, covered in sharp quills. Despite her intimidating looks, she is generally gentle and often a compassionate member of the Freak Force, fighting alongside Savage Dragon and other heroes in the Image Universe.
Horus
Horus is the Egyptian god of kingship and the sky in the Marvel Universe. He possesses superhuman attributes, can transform into a falcon, and utilizes some magical abilities. He is often involved in stories featuring the Egyptian pantheon and sometimes interacts with Thor.
Hot Spot
Hot Spot, Isaiah Crockett, is a metahuman with the ability to generate and manipulate intense heat and fire. He can project flame blasts and absorb heat, serving as a member of the Teen Titans and later the Titans East.
Hotshot
Hotshot, Norio Takeda, is a mutant with the power of pyrokinesis, allowing him to generate and manipulate fire. He can also fly by projecting flames. He was a member of the X-Men: Gold team, contributing his fiery powers to combat threats.
Hour-Man
The original Hour-Man, Rex Tyler, uses a drug called Miraclo to gain superhuman abilities for precisely one hour. He is a chemist and a founding member of the Justice Society of America, known for his limited but potent bursts of power.
Hourman
Hourman is a legacy hero, primarily Rex Tyler (original) and his son Rick, both using Miraclo. A more advanced android version, Matthew Tyler, can manipulate time. They are iconic Justice Society members, fighting crime against the clock.
Howard the Duck
Howard the Duck is an anthropomorphic duck from a parallel Earth, trapped in our world. A cynical and philosophical character, he often finds himself in bizarre situations, using his “Quack Fu” and sharp wit to navigate a world he never made.
Hulk
The Hulk, Dr. Bruce Banner, is a brilliant scientist who transforms into a giant, gamma-powered monster when enraged. He possesses immense strength and durability, becoming stronger as his anger grows, making him one of Earth’s most powerful beings.
Hulkling
Hulkling, Theodore Altman, is a Kree-Skrull hybrid and a prominent member of the Young Avengers. He possesses shapeshifting abilities, superhuman strength, and flight. He is also the future emperor of the Kree-Skrull Alliance, known for his compassionate leadership.
Human Torch
The Human Torch, Johnny Storm, is a founding member of the Fantastic Four. He can engulf his body in flames, fly, generate intense heat, and throw fireballs. His iconic cry, “Flame On!”, signals his transformation into a living inferno.
Hummingbird
Hummingbird, Arácely Penalba, is a mysterious young woman with a connection to a Mesoamerican deity. She possesses empathic precognition, flight, and enhanced agility, often appearing alongside Scarlet Spider, providing unique support in their adventures against various threats.
Huntress
The Huntress is a vigilante, notably Helena Wayne (daughter of Batman and Catwoman) or Helena Bertinelli (mob princess turned crimefighter). She uses her formidable combat skills and crossbow to brutally combat crime in Gotham City, often alongside the Birds of Prey.
Huntsman
The Huntsman is a criminal who uses archery and tracking skills to commit crimes, sometimes impersonating Mark Shaw, the Manhunter. He is an antagonist for the Justice Society of America, often utilizing traps and his bow and arrow in his schemes.
Hurricane
The Hurricane has been the alias of several Marvel characters. The original was a Golden Age hero with super-speed. Later versions, like Albert Potter, manipulate wind to create powerful gusts and achieve flight, making them formidable airborne threats.
Husk
Husk, Paige Guthrie, is a mutant who can shed her skin to reveal a new form underneath, granting her different physical properties and powers, such as metallic skin or enhanced strength. She is a member of the X-Men and a sister to Cannonball.
Hybrid
Hybrid is a symbiotic entity formed from four Life Foundation symbiotes bonded with Scott Washington. He possesses shapeshifting abilities, enhanced physical attributes, and wall-crawling, acting as a vigilante and anti-hero in the Marvel Universe.
Hyperion
Hyperion is Marvel’s analogue to Superman, with multiple versions existing across the multiverse. He possesses immense superhuman strength, speed, durability, flight, and various forms of energy vision, often serving as a powerful leader or a lone protector.