With 51 superheroes starting with the letter A, this complete list offers a rich and diverse look at characters from top comic book publishers like Marvel, DC, and notable independent creators. Many of these heroes share strong ties to cosmic, mystical, and technological themes, reflecting a broad range of powers and origins. From classic Golden Age vigilantes to modern interdimensional warriors, this selection highlights the variety and depth of superhero stories beginning with A.
Explore the table below to discover detailed information about each hero, including their origins, powers, and impact across the comic book world.
Publisher This column identifies the comic book company or imprint that created and published the superhero. It helps you understand the universe each character belongs to, whether it’s Marvel, DC, Image Comics, or others.
First Appearance Here you find the comic book title and issue where the superhero made their debut. This information shows the character’s history and helps track their journey through comic lore.
Powers This section describes the superhero’s main abilities and skills. It gives insight into what makes each hero unique, from super strength and flight to more unusual talents like molecular manipulation or telepathy.
Description The description provides a brief overview of the character’s background, role, and significance. It summarizes their story, personality, and how they fit into their comic book universe.
Superheroes that start with A
| Superheroes | publisher | first appearance | powers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abe Sapien | Dark Horse Comics | Hellboy: Seed of Destruction #1 (March 1993) | Amphibious physiology, expert swimmer, healing factor, limited telepathy, enhanced strength. |
| Adam Strange | DC Comics | Showcase #17 (November 1958) | Master strategist, skilled hand-to-hand combatant, advanced weaponry, teleportation via Zeta-Beam. |
| Adam Warlock | Marvel Comics | Fantastic Four #66 (September 1967) | Cosmic energy manipulation, flight, super strength, super speed, healing, energy blasts, soul manipulation. |
| Agent Anti-Venom | Marvel Comics | Venom Inc. Alpha #1 (February 2018) | Anti-Venom symbiote abilities, healing, purification, immunity to toxins/diseases, energy blasts. |
| Agent Venom | Marvel Comics | The Amazing Spider-Man #654 (February 2011) | Symbiote powers (super strength, agility, web-slinging, camouflage), military training. |
| Agent X | Marvel Comics | Agent X #1 (September 2002) | Regenerative healing factor, master mercenary, expert in various weapons and combat styles. |
| Agent Zero | Marvel Comics | Wolverine #159 (February 2001) | Energy absorption and redirection, master marksman, highly trained combatant, vibranium suit provides durability. |
| Aero | Marvel Comics | Aero #1 (July 2019) | Aerokinesis (air manipulation), flight, wind blasts, creates air constructs. |
| Air-Walker | Marvel Comics | Fantastic Four #120 (March 1972) | Cosmic powers, flight, super strength, energy manipulation, can survive in space. |
| Air Wave | DC Comics | Detective Comics #60 (February 1942) | Communication via radio waves, flight on an anti-gravity unicycle, technology expert. |
| All-American | DC Comics | All-American Comics #19 (October 1940) | None (vigilante), skilled fighter, excellent athlete. |
| All-Star | DC Comics | All-Star Comics #1 (Summer 1940) | N/A (team/concept focused) |
| Alpha | Marvel Comics | Amazing Spider-Man #692 (August 2012) | Energy projection, flight, enhanced strength, agility. |
| Amazing-Man | DC Comics | Amazing-Man Comics #5 (September 1941) | Can transform into mist, duplicate properties of anything he touches. |
| Ambush Bug | DC Comics | DC Comics Presents #52 (December 1982) | Teleportation, fourth wall awareness, unpredictability, no discernible powers (often). |
| America Chavez | Marvel Comics | Vengeance #1 (July 2011) | Super strength, flight, interdimensional travel by punching star-shaped holes, invulnerability. |
| American Eagle | Marvel Comics | Marvel Two-in-One #58 (December 1979) | Super strength, agility, expert marksman, skilled tracker, enhanced senses. |
| Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld | DC Comics | Legion of Super-Heroes in Superboy #298 (April 1980) | Magic manipulation, gemstone manipulation, elemental control, flight, enhanced strength. |
| Andromeda | Marvel Comics | Sub-Mariner #50 (June 1972) | Atlantean physiology (super strength, durability, underwater adaptation), skilled combatant. |
| Angel | Marvel Comics | X-Men #1 (September 1963) | Flight via feathered wings, enhanced agility, hollow bones, accelerated healing (as Archangel). |
| Angela | Marvel Comics | Spawn #9 (March 1993) (Image) | Super strength, durability, immortality, skilled combatant, energy blasts via Hellspawn banishing powers. |
| Animal Man | DC Comics | Strange Adventures #180 (September 1965) | Animal mimicry, can temporarily gain abilities of any animal on Earth, sometimes extending to alien or extinct animals. |
| Anole | Marvel Comics | New X-Men: Academy X #13 (July 2005) | Enhanced strength, agility, chameleon-like camouflage, adhesive skin, regenerative healing factor, spiked tail. |
| Ant | Image Comics | The Ant #1 (February 2005) | Enhanced strength, agility, durability, can communicate with insects, flight. |
| Ant-Man | Marvel Comics | Tales to Astonish #27 (January 1962) | Size alteration (shrinking to ant size, growing to giant size), communication with ants, genius-level intellect. |
| Apollo | DC Comics | Stormwatch #4 (February 1997) | Solar energy absorption and projection, flight, super strength, invulnerability, heat vision. |
| Aquagirl | DC Comics | Adventure Comics #266 (November 1959) | Atlantean physiology (underwater breathing, enhanced strength, durability, vision), telepathy with marine life. |
| Aqualad | DC Comics | Adventure Comics #269 (February 1960) | Atlantean physiology (underwater breathing, strength, durability), hydrokinesis (water manipulation), electrokinesis. |
| Aquaman | DC Comics | More Fun Comics #73 (November 1941) | Atlantean physiology (underwater breathing, super strength, durability, high speed swimming), telepathy with marine life, trident mastery. |
| Arana | Marvel Comics | Amazing Fantasy #1 (August 2004) | Enhanced strength, agility, speed, arachnid senses, can produce a bio-electric venom shock, wall-crawling. |
| Archangel | Marvel Comics | X-Factor #18 (July 1987) | Flight via metallic wings, razor-sharp wing feathers, enhanced healing, toxic blood. |
| Archer | Valiant Comics | Archer & Armstrong #1 (August 1992) | Master marksman, skilled martial artist, enhanced healing factor, immortality. |
| Ares | Marvel Comics | Thor #129 (June 1966) | Super strength, immortality, master combatant, can manipulate magic, highly skilled with all weaponry. |
| Argent | DC Comics | Teen Titans #1 (September 1996) | Psionic energy projection (silver energy blasts, constructs), flight. |
| Armor | Marvel Comics | Astonishing X-Men #4 (October 2004) | Psionic exoskeleton (energy armor provides super strength, durability), flight. |
| Armstrong | Valiant Comics | Archer & Armstrong #1 (August 1992) | Immortality, regeneration, super strength, master combatant, vast historical knowledge. |
| The Arrow | DC Comics | More Fun Comics #73 (November 1941) | Master archer, skilled martial artist, expert detective, uses trick arrows. |
| Arrowette | DC Comics | World’s Finest Comics #272 (October 1981) | Master archer, skilled acrobat, expert markswoman. |
| Arsenal | DC Comics | New Teen Titans #4 (February 1981) | Master archer, skilled martial artist, expert with various weaponry, peak human condition. |
| Artemis | DC Comics | Wonder Woman #90 (September 1994) | Super strength, durability, immortality, master archer, skilled Amazonian warrior, combat expert. |
| Artemis Crock | DC Comics | Infinity Inc. #20 (November 1985) | Master archer, skilled martial artist, expert acrobat, uses trick arrows. |
| The Astounding Wolf-Man | Image Comics | The Astounding Wolf-Man #1 (May 2007) | Lycanthropy (super strength, speed, senses, healing factor in wolf form), human intelligence. |
| Atlas | Marvel Comics | Incredible Hulk #377 (January 1991) | Gigantism (super strength, durability, mass manipulation). |
| The Atom | DC Comics | All-American Comics #19 (October 1940) | Size alteration (shrinking to subatomic levels, growing), mass manipulation, enhanced strength. |
| Atom Eve | Image Comics | Invincible #1 (January 2003) | Molecular manipulation (transmutation, energy creation), flight, force fields, healing. |
| Atom Smasher | DC Comics | All-Star Squadron #25 (September 1983) | Super strength, durability, ability to grow to immense size. |
| A-Bomb | Marvel Comics | Incredible Hulk Vol 2 #2 (April 2008) | Super strength, durability, regeneration, camouflage, emits gamma radiation. |
| August General in Iron | DC Comics | 52 Week One (July 2006) | Super strength, durability, flight (via armor), energy blasts (via armor), enhanced senses (via armor). |
| Aurora | Marvel Comics | X-Men #120 (April 1979) | Super speed, flight, light generation, enhanced strength, agility, healing factor. |
| Azrael | DC Comics | Batman: Sword of Azrael #1 (October 1992) | Peak human physical condition, master martial artist, expert swordsman, uses a flaming sword and gauntlets. |
| Aztek | DC Comics | Aztek: The Ultimate Man #1 (December 1996) | Enhanced strength, flight, energy blasts, force fields, advanced technology suit powered by a “four-dimensional” quantum egg. |
Descriptions
Abe Sapien
An ichthyo sapien and member of the B.P.R.D., Abe Sapien aids Hellboy in paranormal investigations. He possesses aquatic abilities, a healing factor, and a mysterious past connected to an ancient Merman.
Adam Strange
An archaeologist accidentally teleported to the planet Rann, Adam Strange becomes its heroic protector using advanced technology. He often battles cosmic threats and travels between Earth and Rann via the Zeta-Beam.
Adam Warlock
A cosmic being created to be a perfect human, Adam Warlock seeks to save the universe from cosmic threats. He is closely tied to the Soul Gem and has played a pivotal role in major Marvel cosmic events.
Agent Anti-Venom
Flash Thompson, after losing the Agent Venom symbiote, gains a new, white Anti-Venom suit. This suit offers a powerful healing factor and the ability to purify others, making him a unique force against corruption.
Agent Venom
Flash Thompson, Peter Parker’s former bully, becomes a government-controlled symbiote agent. He struggles to control the Venom symbiote while using its powers for good, serving as a versatile and formidable operative.
Agent X
Nijo, a mercenary, takes on the identity of Agent X, initially believed to be an amnesiac Deadpool. He operates as a skilled and unpredictable mercenary, often entangled in convoluted plots within the Marvel Universe.
Agent Zero
David North, a former Weapon X operative, becomes Agent Zero. He possesses the ability to absorb energy and is an expert marksman, often working in covert operations and having a complex history with Wolverine.
Aero
Lei Ling, a Shanghai architect, is a powerful mutant with control over air currents. As Aero, she defends her city using her unique aerokinetic abilities, creating powerful wind constructs and flying through the skies.
Air-Walker
Gabriel Lan, a former Xandarian, was transformed into the Herald of Galactus, the Air-Walker. He possesses vast cosmic powers and navigates the cosmos, seeking new planets for his master to consume.
Air Wave
There have been multiple Air Waves, all using technology to manipulate radio waves. The original, Larry Jordan, fought crime using a radio-wave gun and an anti-gravity unicycle, battling criminals during the Golden Age.
All-American
A Golden Age vigilante, the All-American was a college football star who decided to fight crime without superpowers. He relied on his athletic prowess and fighting skills to battle gangsters and saboteurs during wartime.
All-Star
All-Star typically refers to the All-Star Squadron or All-Star Comics, a series showcasing various DC heroes, most notably the Justice Society of America. It represents a collective of prominent heroes rather than a single character.
Alpha
Andrew Maguire, a seemingly ordinary teenager, gained immense power during a lab accident with Spider-Man. Dubbed Alpha, he initially struggled with responsibility but has since worked to control his vast energy-based abilities.
Amazing-Man
Multiple characters have used the name Amazing-Man. The most prominent, Mark Verner, could transform into a green mist and mimic the properties of objects he touched, using these powers to fight crime during the Golden Age.
Ambush Bug
Irwin Schwab is a bizarre, fourth-wall-breaking character who believes he’s a superhero, despite often causing more chaos than good. He has a unique suit and the ability to teleport, making him highly unpredictable.
America Chavez
A Young Avenger from another dimension, America Chavez possesses superhuman strength, invulnerability, and the ability to create star-shaped portals to other realities. She is a fierce, confident, and highly independent hero.
American Eagle
Jason Strongbow, a Navajo man, was empowered by a radioactive uranium deposit. As American Eagle, he possesses enhanced physical abilities and uses his skills as a marksman and tracker to protect his people.
Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld
Amy Winston discovers she is Amethyst, a princess from the magical dimension of Gemworld. She wields powerful magic tied to the gemstones of her realm, defending it from evil sorcerers and cosmic threats.
Andromeda
Andromeda Attumasen is an Atlantean warrior and daughter of Attuma in the Marvel Universe, often clashing with Namor the Sub-Mariner. She possesses enhanced strength and is a formidable combatant.
Angel
Warren Worthington III, a wealthy mutant, was one of the original X-Men. He possesses large feathered wings enabling flight. Later, he was transformed into Archangel, gaining metallic wings and a darker persona.
Angela
An angel warrior and daughter of Odin, Angela was banished from Heaven and now operates in the Marvel Universe. She is a fierce and highly skilled combatant with immense strength and durability.
Animal Man
Buddy Baker, a stuntman, gained the ability to temporarily mimic the powers of any animal, from a fly’s flight to an elephant’s strength. He uses his abilities to protect his family and the world.
Anole
Victor Borkowski is a young mutant with reptilian features, including a chameleon-like ability to blend in and a prehensile tail. He is a member of the X-Men’s training squads, known for his resilience and loyalty.
Ant
Hannah Washington, a young woman, inherits the costume and powers of “The Ant,” granting her enhanced physical abilities and the power to control insects. She struggles with her new role while navigating a complex life.
Ant-Man
Several individuals have worn the Ant-Man mantle, most notably Hank Pym, Scott Lang, and Eric O’Grady. Each uses Pym Particles to shrink or grow, often alongside technology allowing communication with insects.
Apollo
A powerful hero who draws his powers from the sun, Apollo is known for his Superman-like abilities and his relationship with Midnighter. He is a key member of The Authority, fighting for a better world.
Aquagirl
Several characters have been Aquagirl, most notably Tula, Aquaman’s younger cousin, and Lorena Marquez. Both possess Atlantean abilities, including underwater adaptation, enhanced strength, and communication with marine life.
Aqualad
The mantle of Aqualad has been held by Garth, an Atlantean sorcerer, and Jackson Hyde, who can manipulate water and generate electricity from his hands. Both serve as loyal allies to Aquaman.
Aquaman
Arthur Curry, the king of Atlantis and a powerful hero, possesses superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to command marine life. He balances his duties as a monarch with protecting both land and sea.
Arana
Anya Corazon, originally known as Araña, is a young hero with spider-like powers, including enhanced strength and agility. She later becomes the new Spider-Girl, carrying on the legacy of arachnid-themed heroes.
Archangel
Warren Worthington III, after being gravely injured, was transformed by Apocalypse into Archangel, gaining metallic wings and a darker, more aggressive persona. He can launch sharp feathers as projectiles.
Archer
Obadiah Archer, a highly skilled martial artist and marksman, forms an unlikely partnership with the immortal Armstrong. He travels the world, often battling secret societies, with incredible precision and combat expertise.
Ares
The Olympian God of War, Ares is a formidable warrior in both Marvel and DC Comics. In Marvel, he often aligns with heroes, while in DC, he is a primary antagonist of Wonder Woman.
Argent
Toni Monetti, a member of the modern Teen Titans, possesses the ability to generate and manipulate silver psionic energy. She can fly and create powerful energy constructs, often using her powers for defensive and offensive maneuvers.
Armor
Hisako Ichiki, a Japanese mutant, can manifest a powerful psionic exoskeleton around herself, granting her superhuman strength, durability, and limited flight. She is a loyal and determined member of the X-Men.
Armstrong
An immortal wanderer and one-half of the duo Archer & Armstrong, Aram Anni-Padda is a boisterous and hard-drinking adventurer with millennia of combat experience and historical knowledge.
The Arrow
The Arrow often refers to Green Arrow (Oliver Queen), a master archer and skilled hand-to-hand combatant who fights crime with a variety of specialized arrows and a keen sense of justice.
Arrowette
The mantle of Arrowette has been held by two women: Bonnie King, an Olympic archer, and her daughter Cissie King-Jones. Both are expert archers and acrobats, using their skills to assist Young Justice.
Arsenal
Roy Harper, formerly Speedy, became Arsenal, adopting a versatile array of weaponry beyond just a bow and arrow. He is a skilled fighter and detective, often partnering with Green Arrow or the Titans.
Artemis
An Amazonian warrior from Bana-Mighdall, Artemis is a powerful and fierce combatant. She briefly served as Wonder Woman and is known for her exceptional combat skills, especially with a bow and arrow.
Artemis Crock
The daughter of villainous parents, Artemis Crock is a skilled archer, gymnast, and martial artist. She has operated as both a villain (Tigress) and a hero, often aligning with Young Justice.
The Astounding Wolf-Man
Gary Hampton is a wealthy businessman who becomes a werewolf after a brutal attack. He struggles to control his transformation while using his newfound powers to fight crime and protect his family.
Atlas
Atlas in Marvel Comics refers to Erik Josten, a giant who manipulates his mass for strength and is a prominent member of the Thunderbolts. In DC Comics, Atlas is an ancient mythological figure with immense strength.
The Atom
Multiple heroes have been The Atom. Al Pratt was a Golden Age strongman, while Ray Palmer uses a white dwarf star fragment to shrink to microscopic levels, often traversing telephone lines or bloodstreams.
Atom Eve
Samantha Eve Wilkins is a powerful superhero with the ability to manipulate matter at a molecular level, allowing her to create energy, structures, and even heal. She is a core member of the Teen Team.
Atom Smasher
Albert Rothstein, godson of the Golden Age Atom, can grow to enormous sizes, gaining proportional superhuman strength and durability. He is a member of the Justice Society of America, often wrestling with moral complexities.
A-Bomb
Rick Jones, Bruce Banner’s longtime friend, was exposed to gamma radiation and transformed into A-Bomb, a large, blue, mutated creature resembling a Gamma monster. He possesses immense strength and durability.
August General in Iron
Fang Zhifu is a Chinese superhero in a powered suit of armor, serving as the leader of the Great Ten, China’s team of metahumans. He uses his advanced armor to project energy and possess superhuman strength.
Aurora
Jeanne-Marie Beaubier is a Canadian mutant and sister of Northstar. As Aurora, she can fly at superhuman speeds, generate light, and possesses enhanced physical attributes, often struggling with her dissociative identity.
Azrael
Jean-Paul Valley is a trained assassin who briefly took over as Batman. He operates as Azrael, a religious enforcer with enhanced physical abilities and a unique suit of armor, often grappling with his violent programming.
Aztek
Uno is a champion of the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl, using an advanced technological suit to fight crime. As Aztek, he possesses superhuman abilities derived from the suit, and often works with the Justice League.