There are 43 superheroes that start with the letter “J” featured in this complete list, covering heroes from well-known publishers like Marvel and DC Comics, as well as notable independent creators. Many of these characters share common themes such as super-speed, magical abilities, or cosmic powers, reflecting the rich variety of talents and stories found in the superhero world. From the powerful Martian Manhunter, J’onn J’onzz, to the tech-savvy Juston Seyfert who controls a giant robot, this list showcases an impressive range of heroes beginning with “J.”
Explore the full list below to discover detailed profiles on each hero.
Superheroes This column lists the hero’s name or alias. It helps you quickly identify the character.
Publisher Here, you find the company or imprint that created the superhero, such as Marvel Comics, DC Comics, or independent publishers.
First Appearance This shows the comic book issue where the character originally appeared, providing context for their introduction.
Powers This column describes the main abilities or powers the superhero possesses, highlighting what makes each character unique.
Description A brief summary explains the hero’s background, role, or defining traits to give you a clear understanding of who they are.
Superheroes that start with J
| Superheroes | Publisher | First Appearance | Powers |
|---|---|---|---|
| J‘onn J’onzz | DC Comics | Detective Comics #225 | Shapeshifting, telepathy, flight, superhuman strength, intangibility, heat vision |
| Jack B. Quick | Wildstorm | Gen¹³ Bootleg #1 | Super-speed, accelerated perception |
| Jack Flag | Marvel Comics | Captain America #431 | Superhuman strength, agility, invulnerability, flight |
| Jack Frost | Marvel Comics | USA Comics #1 | Cold manipulation, flight, superhuman durability |
| Jack Hawksmoor | Wildstorm/DC Comics | Stormwatch #37 | Urban adaptation, superhuman attributes in cities, teleportation |
| Jack of Hearts | Marvel Comics | Deadly Hands of Kung Fu #22 | Zero-energy manipulation, flight, superhuman strength, durability |
| Jack Staff | Image Comics/Top Shelf Productions | Jack Staff #1 | Superhuman strength, agility, durability, flight, energy blasts |
| Jack-Jack | Pixar/Disney | The Incredibles | Polymorphism, pyrokinesis, levitation, laser vision, teleportation |
| Jack-in-the-Box | Image Comics | Astro City: Confession | Gadgets, enhanced agility, skilled acrobatics |
| Jackpot | Marvel Comics | The Amazing Spider-Man #546 | Superhuman strength, agility, durability, invulnerability |
| Jade | DC Comics | All-Star Squadron #25 | Green energy manipulation, constructs, flight, energy blasts |
| Jaguar | DC Comics | Justice League of America #15 | Mystical transformation into a jaguar, enhanced senses, strength, agility |
| Jakeem Thunder | DC Comics | Flash #134 | Genie/wish-granting via Thunderbolt, reality warping |
| Janus | Marvel Comics | Marvel Preview #4 | Precognition, empathy, energy absorption, vampiric traits |
| Jarella | Marvel Comics | Incredible Hulk #140 | None |
| Jay Garrick | DC Comics | Flash Comics #1 | Super-speed, vibratory abilities, enhanced healing |
| Jemm | DC Comics | Jemm, Son of Saturn #1 | Superhuman strength, flight, telepathy, energy blasts |
| Jennifer Kale | Marvel Comics | Adventure into Fear #11 | Magic, sorcery, mystical knowledge |
| Jenny Quantum | Wildstorm/DC Comics | Stormwatch #37 | Reality manipulation, energy blasts, flight, psychic abilities |
| Jenny Sparks | Wildstorm/DC Comics | Stormwatch #37 | Electricity manipulation, flight, energy blasts |
| Jericho | DC Comics | Tales of the Teen Titans #43 | Possesses others through eye contact |
| Jesse Quick | DC Comics | Justice Society of America Vol. 2 #1 | Super-speed, flight, superhuman strength |
| Jessica Cruz | DC Comics | Green Lantern #13 | Green Lantern Power Ring: flight, constructs, energy blasts |
| Jessica Jones | Marvel Comics | Alias #1 | Superhuman strength, limited flight, enhanced durability |
| Jester | Marvel Comics | Daredevil #42 | Skilled gymnast, martial artist, trick weapons, master of disguise |
| Jet | DC Comics | Millennium #2 | Atmospheric energy manipulation, flight, energy blasts, superhuman durability |
| Jocasta | Marvel Comics | The Avengers #162 | Superhuman strength, durability, flight, energy blasts, technological interface |
| John Constantine | DC Comics/Vertigo | Swamp Thing #25 | Magic, demonology, cunning, con artist |
| John Force, Magic Agent | Image Comics | John Force, Magic Agent #1 | Magic, spells, occult knowledge |
| John Stewart | DC Comics | Green Lantern #49 | Green Lantern Power Ring: flight, constructs, energy blasts |
| John the Skrull | Marvel Comics | Excalibur #69 | Skrull shapeshifting, enhanced strength, agility |
| Johnny Quick | DC Comics | More Fun Comics #71 | Super-speed using a speed formula, vibratory abilities |
| Johnny Thunder | DC Comics | Flash Comics #1 | Genie/wish-granting via Thunderbolt |
| Jokester | DC Comics | Countdown #31 | Master strategist, skilled combatant, trick weapons |
| Jolt | Marvel Comics | Thunderbolts #1 | Bio-electric energy generation, enhanced speed, agility, strength |
| Joseph | Marvel Comics | X-Men #335 | Magnetism manipulation, flight, force fields |
| Josiah X | Marvel Comics | The Crew #1 | Superhuman strength, agility, durability, healing factor |
| Jubilee | Marvel Comics | Uncanny X-Men #244 | Plasmoid energy blasts (fireworks), energy resistance |
| Judge Dredd | 2000 AD | 2000 AD Prog #2 | Expert law enforcer, armed and trained, very skilled combatant |
| Judomaster | Charlton Comics/DC Comics | Special War Series #4 | Master martial artist, peak human conditioning |
| Junta | Image Comics | Stormwatch #37 | Telekinesis, energy manipulation, flight |
| Justice | Marvel Comics | Giant-Size Fantastic Four #4 | Telekinesis, flight, force fields |
| Juston Seyfert | Marvel Comics | The Incredible Hulk #58 | None (operates a Sentinel) |
Descriptions
J‘onn J’onzz
A powerful alien from Mars, J’onn J’onzz is the Martian Manhunter. He possesses a vast array of powers making him a cornerstone of the Justice League, dedicated to protecting Earth.
Jack B. Quick
A speedster from the Wildstorm universe, Jack B. Quick gains his superhuman velocity through his unique physiology. He’s known for his youthful exuberance and his ability to move at incredible speeds, often as part of the Gen¹³ team.
Jack Flag
A patriotic hero, Jack Flag gained his powers after exposure to mutagens from a super-villain. He possesses superhuman strength, agility, and invulnerability, using his abilities to fight for justice and protect the innocent.
Jack Frost
An elemental hero, Jack Frost possesses the power to manipulate cold and ice. He can generate freezing temperatures, create ice constructs, and fly, embodying the chilling forces of nature as a classic superhero.
Jack Hawksmoor
Known as the “Architect of Cities,” Jack Hawksmoor has a symbiotic relationship with urban environments. He can teleport through city structures, gain superhuman attributes within them, and manipulate his surroundings.
Jack of Hearts
A hero with cosmic energy, Jack of Hearts derives his powers from “Zero-Energy.” This grants him superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to fly and generate concussive energy blasts.
Jack Staff
A British superhero, Jack Staff is an ordinary man imbued with extraordinary powers. He possesses super-strength, agility, and durability, often described as “Britain’s Greatest Hero” defending his homeland from various threats.
Jack-Jack
The youngest member of the Parr family, Jack-Jack is a polymorph with an astounding array of emerging powers. He can transform into various states, demonstrating unpredictable abilities that make him surprisingly formidable.
Jack-in-the-Box
A vigilante from Astro City, Jack-in-the-Box is a gadgeteer hero known for his acrobatic fighting style and an array of specialized devices. He uses his skills and tech to combat crime in the metropolis.
Jackpot
A superhuman with an array of abilities, Jackpot uses her powers of super-strength, speed, and durability to fight crime. She initially gained powers through a gene therapy, serving as a vigilante in New York City.
Jade
Daughter of the original Green Lantern, Jade inherited a portion of his mystical Starheart energy. She can manipulate green energy to create constructs, fly, and generate powerful energy blasts, often acting as a Green Lantern analogue.
Jaguar
A mystical hero, Jaguar possesses the ability to transform into a powerful, cat-like being. In his transformed state, he gains enhanced strength, speed, agility, and senses, becoming a formidable force for justice.
Jakeem Thunder
A young hero, Jakeem Thunder wields the power of the Thunderbolt, a genie-like being who grants wishes. His command of the Thunderbolt allows him to warp reality, making him a potent force.
Janus
The son of Dracula, Janus possesses a unique blend of vampiric and human traits. His abilities include precognition, empathy, and the capacity to absorb energy, though he often struggles with his dual nature.
Jarella
A beloved character from the Hulk’s mythology, Jarella is the queen of the sub-atomic world of K’ai. While not possessing superpowers herself, she is a compassionate and intelligent leader, pivotal to the Hulk’s life.
Jay Garrick
The original Flash, Jay Garrick gained his super-speed after inhaling hard water vapors. He is a fundamental figure in DC Comics, known for his iconic winged helmet and his pioneering role in the Golden Age.
Jemm
A prince from Saturn, Jemm is a powerful alien resembling a red Martian. He possesses superhuman strength, telepathy, and the ability to fly, often acting as a force for good on Earth and beyond.
Jennifer Kale
A powerful magic-user, Jennifer Kale is a master of mystical arts. She can cast spells, manipulate magic, and possesses extensive knowledge of the occult, often interacting with other magical heroes.
Jenny Quantum
Born in the 21st century, Jenny Quantum is the spirit of the century and possesses incredible reality-manipulating powers. She can reshape reality, generate energy, and fly, embodying the potential of her era.
Jenny Sparks
The spirit of the 20th century, Jenny Sparks could manipulate electricity, generate powerful energy blasts, and fly. She was a cynical but heroic leader of The Authority, embodying the turbulent times of her birth.
Jericho
Son of Deathstroke, Jericho possesses the unique ability to possess others through eye contact. He is a gentle soul who uses his powers to help, though his abilities make him vulnerable to others’ control.
Jesse Quick
A speedster and a legacy hero, Jesse Quick inherited her super-speed from her father, Johnny Quick. She can also fly and possesses superhuman strength, upholding a family tradition of heroism.
Jessica Cruz
A Green Lantern, Jessica Cruz overcomes her anxiety to wield a powerful energy ring. Her willpower allows her to create constructs, fly, and generate energy blasts, becoming a vital member of the Green Lantern Corps.
Jessica Jones
A former superhero turned private investigator, Jessica Jones possesses superhuman strength, enhanced durability, and limited flight. She uses her abilities and sharp mind to solve cases and protect others.
Jester
A formidable villain and master of disguise, Jester uses his athletic prowess, martial arts skills, and trick weaponry to commit crimes. He is primarily an adversary of Daredevil, employing elaborate schemes.
Jet
A member of the Global Guardians, Jet can manipulate atmospheric energy. This allows her to fly, generate powerful energy blasts, and withstand significant damage, making her a formidable combatant.
Jocasta
An advanced android created by Ultron, Jocasta is a sentient being who became a hero. She possesses superhuman strength, flight, energy projection, and a brilliant tactical mind, often aiding the Avengers.
John Constantine
A cynical and cunning magic-user, John Constantine is a master of the occult and a con artist. He uses his knowledge of magic and his wits to combat supernatural threats, often with morally ambiguous methods.
John Force, Magic Agent
A mystic detective, John Force is an agent specializing in magic and the occult. He uses his spellcasting abilities and knowledge of arcane lore to solve supernatural cases and combat dark forces.
John Stewart
A Green Lantern from Earth, John Stewart is a former Marine and an architect. He wields a power ring, allowing him to create energy constructs, fly, and generate powerful blasts, serving as a beacon of justice.
John the Skrull
A Skrull with unique mutations, John the Skrull possesses enhanced shapeshifting abilities. He can perfectly mimic others and gain their powers, though his loyalty is often complex.
Johnny Quick
A Golden Age speedster, Johnny Quick gained his powers by reciting a mathematical formula. He can run at superhuman speeds, making him one of the pioneering speedsters in the DC Universe.
Johnny Thunder
A Golden Age hero, Johnny Thunder possesses a genie-like being called the Thunderbolt. By uttering “Cei-U,” he can summon the Thunderbolt to grant his wishes, often leading to comedic or heroic results.
Jokester
Hailing from Earth-3, Jokester is the heroic counterpart to the Joker. He uses his master strategizing, trick weapons, and combat skills to fight crime in his universe, often opposing the villainous Crime Syndicate.
Jolt
A young hero, Jolt can generate and manipulate bio-electric energy. This grants her enhanced speed, agility, and strength, allowing her to deliver powerful electric shocks and move with incredible swiftness.
Joseph
A clone of Magneto, Joseph possesses similar magnetic manipulation powers. He can control metallic objects, generate magnetic fields, and fly, often trying to use his powers for good despite his origins.
Josiah X
A genetically enhanced human, Josiah X possesses superhuman strength, speed, and a healing factor. He is a devout Muslim and a hero dedicated to protecting his community, inspired by his father, Isaiah Bradley.
Jubilee
A mutant with the ability to generate explosive plasma energy, Jubilee’s powers manifest as colorful “fireworks.” She is a spunky and resilient hero, often associated with the X-Men, known for her bright personality.
Judge Dredd
The ultimate law enforcer of Mega-City One, Judge Dredd is a grim, iconic figure. He is an expert in combat, highly trained, and equipped with advanced weaponry, embodying the harsh justice of his world.
Judomaster
A master of martial arts, Judomaster possesses peak human conditioning and exceptional combat skills. He uses his expertise in judo and other fighting techniques to combat crime and injustice.
Junta
A powerful psionic, Junta possesses telekinetic abilities and can manipulate energy. He is capable of flight and generating powerful blasts, serving as a formidable member of various super-teams.
Justice
Formerly Vance Astrovik, Justice is a powerful telekinetic. He can manipulate objects with his mind, generate force fields, and fly, making him a core member of several Marvel super-teams.
Juston Seyfert
A teenager who befriends a deactivated Sentinel, Juston Seyfert is not a superhuman himself. He uses his ingenuity and engineering skills to repair and operate the giant robot, making it a force for good.