With 72 superheroes starting with the letter “L,” this comprehensive list covers a wide range of characters from major publishers like Marvel and DC, as well as prominent independent creators. Many of these heroes have fascinating origins, from ancient warriors and mutants to cosmic beings and supernatural entities. Notably, this group includes both iconic figures like Lady Sif and lesser-known heroes such as Lagoon Boy, showing the rich diversity and creativity within the superhero genre.

Explore this complete catalog to discover heroes whose names all begin with “L,” each with unique powers and stories that have shaped comic book history.

Superheroes This column lists the name or alias of each superhero, helping you quickly identify characters starting with “L.”

Publisher Here you find the company or comic imprint that created or publishes the character. Most entries come from well-known sources like Marvel Comics or DC Comics, but some hail from smaller or independent publishers.

First Appearance This shows where and when the superhero debuted. It tells you the comic book title and issue number, along with the year, providing context for each character’s origin in comics history.

Powers This column summarizes the main abilities or skills of the character. It highlights what makes each hero unique, from super-strength and flight to energy manipulation or teleportation.

Description A brief overview of each character’s backstory, personality, or role in their universe. This helps you understand the significance and traits that define each “L” superhero.

Superheroes that start with L

SuperheroesPublisherFirst AppearancePowers
La LunaticaMarvel ComicsX-Men 2099 #3 (1993)Psychic vampirism, strength, agility
Lady BlackhawkDC ComicsMilitary Comics #1 (1941)Expert pilot, combatant
Lady QuarkDC ComicsCrisis on Infinite Earths #4 (1985)Energy manipulation, flight, super-strength
Lady SifMarvel ComicsJourney into Mystery #102 (1964)Asgardian physiology, skilled warrior, swordswoman
LadybugMiraculousMiraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2015)Creation, luck, yo-yo
Lagoon BoyDC ComicsAquaman (vol. 5) #50 (1999)Aquatic adaptations, elasticity, inflation
Lana LangDC ComicsSuperboy #10 (1950)None (human), often implied powers
LancerMarvel ComicsDaredevil (vol. 1) #12 (1965)Enhanced strength, energy lance
LashMarvel ComicsInhumanity #1 (2014)Energy manipulation, transformation
Laurel GandDC ComicsLegion of Super-Heroes (vol. 4) #20 (1991)Daxamite powers (flight, strength, heat vision etc. under a yellow sun)
Lava GirlDimension FilmsThe Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D (2005)Pyrokinesis, heat immunity
LaylaDC ComicsOutsiders: Five of a Kind – Metamorpho/Boomerang #1 (2007)Telekinesis, energy manipulation
Layla MillerMarvel ComicsHouse of M #1 (2005)Resurrection, knowledge of the future, “knows stuff”
Leap-FrogMarvel ComicsDaredevil (vol. 1) #25 (1967)Enhanced leaping suit, electrical attacks
LedgerMarvel ComicsIron Man 2020 #2 (1994)Advanced robotics, data analysis
LegionMarvel ComicsNew Mutants #25 (1985)Multiple powers from multiple personalities
Leland DrummondMarvel ComicsUncanny X-Men #312 (1994)Telekinesis
LethalMarvel ComicsAvengers West Coast #89 (1992)Skilled combatant, weaponry
LiberatorDC ComicsAll-American Comics #25 (1941)Super-strength, invulnerability, flight
LibertoUncertainUncertainUncertain
LibertyDC ComicsStar-Spangled War Stories #130 (1967)Expert combatant, leader
Liberty BelleDC ComicsAll-Star Comics #3 (1940)Super-strength, speed
Liberty GirlDC ComicsDetective Comics #107 (1946)Super-strength, agility
LifeguardMarvel ComicsX-Treme X-Men #6 (2001)Reactive evolution
LightningDC ComicsJustice League of America #100 (1972) (as Jennifer Pierce in comics)Electrical manipulation, flight
Lightning BoltDC ComicsJustice League of America #122 (1975)Electrical blasts, flight
Lightning LadDC ComicsAdventure Comics #247 (1958)Electrical manipulation
Lightning LassDC ComicsAdventure Comics #308 (1963)Light manipulation, intangibility
LightrayDC ComicsNew Gods #1 (1971)Flight, light manipulation, energy blasts
Light-WeaverMarvel ComicsX-Men: Deadly Genesis #1 (2006)Light projection, illusion casting
Lila CheneyMarvel ComicsNew Mutants Annual #1 (1984)Teleportation
LilliUncertainUncertainUncertain
Lion-ManDC ComicsAction Comics #142 (1950)Super-strength, invulnerability
Lion-ManeDC ComicsBatman #255 (1974)Enhanced strength, claws
LionheartMarvel ComicsAvengers #79 (2004)Super-strength, invulnerability, flight
Little CheeseDC ComicsCaptain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew! #1 (1982)Super-speed
Little MermaidMarvel ComicsNamor the Sub-Mariner #60 (1972)Aquatic adaptations, minor enhancements
Live-ActionN/AN/AN/A
LivewireDC ComicsSuperman: The Animated Series (1997), Action Comics #835 (2006)Electrical manipulation
Living LightningMarvel ComicsWest Coast Avengers (vol. 2) #63 (1990)Electrical form, flight
Living MummyMarvel ComicsSupernatural Thrillers #5 (1973)Super-strength, invulnerability, immortality
Living TotemMarvel ComicsDoctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme #4 (1989)Mystical energy manipulation
Lizard KingMarvel ComicsAmazing Spider-Man #44 (1966) (as The Lizard gaining more power)Enhanced strength, regeneration, reptilian control
Lizard-ManMarvel ComicsAmazing Spider-Man #6 (1963) (as The Lizard)Enhanced strength, regeneration, reptilian traits
LoaMarvel ComicsWolverine: Origins #10 (2006)Disruption of molecular bonds
LoadstoneUncertainUncertainUncertain
Lobster JohnsonDark Horse ComicsHellboy: Box Full of Evil (1999)Expert marksman, combatant
LockjawMarvel ComicsFantastic Four #45 (1965)Teleportation, super-strength
LockheedMarvel ComicsUncanny X-Men #166 (1983)Flight, fire breath, telepathy with Kitty Pryde
LodestoneMarvel ComicsX-Factor #17 (1987)Magnetism
Lois LaneDC ComicsAction Comics #1 (1938)None (human)
LongshotMarvel ComicsLongshot #1 (1985)Luck manipulation, agility
LongshadowDC ComicsStatic Shock (animated series, 2000), Teen Titans #1 (2003)Growth, super-strength
LookerDC ComicsBatman and the Outsiders #20 (1985)Telepathy, telekinesis, flight, vampiric powers
Looking GlassDC ComicsWatchmen (2019 TV series)Enhanced perception, empathy
Loose CannonDC ComicsBlood Pack #1 (1995)Super-strength, durability, explosive energy
Lord EmpWildStormGen¹³ #1 (1994)Telekinesis, energy manipulation, longevity
LoriaUncertainUncertainUncertain
LotusMarvel ComicsDaredevil (vol. 1) #334 (1994)Martial arts, stealth
Lucy in the SkyMarvel ComicsRunaways (vol. 1) #1 (2003)Light manipulation, flight
Lucky the Pizza DogMarvel ComicsHawkeye (vol. 4) #1 (2012)Enhanced smell, loyalty
Luke CageMarvel ComicsLuke Cage, Hero for Hire #1 (1972)Super-strength, unbreakable skin
LummoxDC ComicsDetective Comics #575 (1987)Super-strength, durability
LuminiaUncertainUncertainUncertain
LuminousMarvel ComicsIncredible Hulk #606 (2010)Light energy, flight
LunaMarvel ComicsFantastic Four #240 (1982)None (human, later mutant with empathy)
LunaticUncertainUncertainUncertain
LupusUncertainUncertainUncertain
LurkerMarvel ComicsThor #320 (1982)Super-strength, energy manipulation
Luther StrodeImage ComicsThe Strange Talent of Luther Strode #1 (2011)Super-strength, speed, durability, “Heraculean Method”
LyjaMarvel ComicsFantastic Four Annual #18 (1984)Skrull shapeshifting, energy blasts
LymphN/AN/AN/A

Descriptions

La Lunatica
A mutant from Earth-928, La Lunatica absorbs life energy from others. She possesses enhanced physical attributes and is known for her gothic appearance and complex backstory within the X-Men 2099 universe.
Lady Blackhawk
Multiple characters have used this name. The original Lady Blackhawk was a skilled aviator and member of the Blackhawks, fighting against Axis powers during World War II. She is known for her exceptional flying abilities and bravery.
Lady Quark
The sole survivor of Earth-6 following its destruction in the Crisis on Infinite Earths. Lady Quark is an immensely powerful being capable of flight, super-strength, and wielding devastating energy blasts.
Lady Sif
A formidable Asgardian warrior and close ally of Thor. Lady Sif is renowned for her combat prowess, loyalty, and fierce spirit. She is a skilled swordswoman and possesses the enhanced physical attributes common to Asgardians.
Ladybug
Marinette Dupain-Cheng transforms into Ladybug to protect Paris. Empowered by the Ladybug Miraculous, she wields the power of creation and good luck, using her magical yo-yo to capture akumas and restore peace.
Lagoon Boy
A young Atlantean superhero and member of the Young Justice team. Lagoon Boy possesses a unique physiology that allows him to inflate his body to intimidating sizes, enhancing his strength and aquatic abilities.
Lana Lang
Clark Kent’s childhood friend and one of his earliest love interests in Smallville. Lana Lang is a bright and determined character, often portrayed as a reporter or businessperson, a key supporting figure in Superman’s life.
Lancer
Richmond Harper, also known as Lancer, is a minor villain who uses a powerful energy lance as his primary weapon. He has faced various Marvel heroes, often employed as a mercenary due to his combat skills.
Lash
A powerful Inhuman from the hidden city of Orollan. Lash believes in a strict adherence to Inhuman traditions and can convert matter and energy. He is a formidable figure in the Inhuman community.
Laurel Gand
A Daxamite hero from the 30th century, bearing powers similar to Superman. Laurel Gand served as a powerful member of the Legion of Super-Heroes, often known by the codename Andromeda.
Lava Girl
A superheroine whose body is composed of lava, enabling her to generate and manipulate heat and flames. She is a key character in the fantastical adventures of Planet Drool, often alongside Sharkboy.
Layla
A metahuman with powerful telekinetic abilities, Layla has been associated with the Outsiders. She can manipulate objects with her mind and project energy, making her a formidable opponent or ally.
Layla Miller
A mutant with a unique ability to “know stuff” – she often has inexplicable knowledge of past and future events. Layla was instrumental in undoing the “House of M” reality, playing a pivotal role.
Leap-Frog
Vincent Patilio is a minor Marvel villain who wears a specialized suit allowing him to make incredible leaps. His suit also incorporates electrical discharge abilities, often used in his attempts at petty crime.
Ledger
A highly advanced robot designed for data collection and analysis. While not a traditional “superhero,” Ledger possesses sophisticated AI and processing power, serving various roles in the futuristic world of Iron Man 2020.
Legion
David Haller, the son of Professor X, is a powerful mutant with dissociative identity disorder. Each of his personalities possesses a different and often dangerous superpower, making him incredibly unpredictable and formidable.
Leland Drummond
A minor mutant character with the power of telekinesis. Leland Drummond appeared briefly in the X-Men comics, demonstrating his ability to manipulate objects with his mind, though his full potential was not extensively explored.
Lethal
The son of the original Living Laser, also known as Laser. Lethal is a mercenary and master of various weapons and combat techniques. He has been a member of different iterations of the Lethal Legion.
Liberator
A Golden Age hero, Rex Radical, who gained powers similar to Superman from a mysterious meteor. The Liberator was a patriotic figure who fought for justice and liberty during wartime.
Liberto
This character is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero in comic book lore. Information regarding specific powers, first appearance, or publisher for a character named Liberto is highly obscure or nonexistent within common superhero canons.
Liberty
A masked freedom fighter who battled tyranny, Liberty was a symbol of hope during wartime. This character represents the spirit of patriotic heroes in the DC Comics universe, often associated with groups fighting for freedom.
Liberty Belle
The original Golden Age heroine, Libby Lawrence, gained her powers from the ringing of the Liberty Bell. A powerful and patriotic member of the Justice Society of America, she championed freedom and justice.
Liberty Girl
A Golden Age heroine, Bonnie King, who possessed enhanced strength and agility. Liberty Girl fought crime and injustice, embodying the spirit of post-war heroism as a member of the Young All-Stars.
Lifeguard
Heather Cameron is a mutant with the unique ability of reactive evolution. She spontaneously develops whatever powers are necessary to protect herself or others from immediate danger, adapting to any threat.
Lightning
Jennifer Pierce, daughter of Black Lightning, inherited her father’s powers. She can generate and manipulate electricity, often flying and projecting powerful lightning bolts, serving as a member of the Justice Society of America.
Lightning Bolt
A supervillain who uses powerful electrical blasts as his primary weapon. Lightning Bolt has clashed with various DC heroes, leveraging his energy manipulation for destructive purposes and criminal activities.
Lightning Lad
Garth Ranzz, a founding member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. Lightning Lad can generate and control powerful electrical energy, using it for offensive attacks and powering machinery, a key figure in the 30th century.
Lightning Lass
Ayla Ranzz, sister of Lightning Lad and a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. She can generate light, make herself intangible, and even make objects weightless, a versatile and valued hero.
Lightray
A joyful and optimistic New God from New Genesis, allied with Orion. Lightray possesses the ability to travel at light speed, emit powerful light energy, and is a beacon of hope against the forces of Apokolips.
Light-Weaver
A mutant with the ability to create dazzling light-based illusions and project powerful beams of light. Light-Weaver, also known as Sari, has been associated with the X-Men in their endeavors.
Lila Cheney
A rock star mutant with the ability to teleport herself and others across vast, even interstellar, distances. Lila Cheney often finds herself involved in X-Men adventures due to her unique power and intergalactic connections.
Lilli
A character named Lilli is not widely known as a prominent superhero. Information about a specific Lilli with extraordinary abilities or affiliations within major comic universes is extremely scarce or nonexistent.
Lion-Man
From a lost valley, Lion-Man possesses superhuman strength and invulnerability, making him a formidable hero. He often fought against threats to his secluded home and protected the innocent.
Lion-Mane
A minor Batman villain with bestial strength and razor-sharp claws. Lion-Mane is a formidable physical threat, using his animalistic traits in his criminal pursuits against the Dark Knight.
Lionheart
Kelsey Leigh, a British hero who briefly wielded Captain Britain’s powers and served as an Avenger. Lionheart possesses superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to fly, a valiant protector of England.
Little Cheese
A super-fast mouse from Earth-C, Little Cheese is a member of the hilarious and heroic Zoo Crew. He uses his incredible speed to fight crime alongside his anthropomorphic teammates.
Little Mermaid
A mutant from the Deviant gene pool, Little Mermaid is an aquatic character. While not as famous as the fairy tale, she exists within the Marvel universe with abilities suited to underwater environments.
Live-Action
This entry refers to a type of media, not a specific superhero character. “Live-Action” describes film or television productions featuring real actors, as opposed to animation or video games, and is not a character name.
Livewire
Leslie Willis, a former radio shock jock transformed into an electricity-wielding villainess. Livewire can absorb, project, and manipulate powerful electrical energy, often clashing with Superman and other heroes.
Living Lightning
Miguel Santos, who can transform his body into a living electrical energy form. Living Lightning can fly, project electrical blasts, and is a hero who has served with the Avengers.
Living Mummy
N’Kantu, an ancient Egyptian prince cursed to be an immortal, super-strong mummy. The Living Mummy has battled various supernatural threats and sometimes acts as a reluctant hero.
Living Totem
A mystical entity or being empowered by totemic magic. The Living Totem embodies spiritual forces, often serving as a guardian or a conduit for ancient, powerful energies in the Marvel Universe.
Lizard King
This often refers to Dr. Curt Connors, The Lizard, when he achieves a heightened state of power or control over other reptilian beings. He becomes a more formidable and cunning threat in this form.
Lizard-Man
The common name for Dr. Curt Connors when he transforms into the monstrous Lizard. A brilliant scientist cursed with a reptilian alter-ego, he possesses superhuman strength and a powerful healing factor.
Loa
Alani Ryan, a mutant from Hawaii who can disrupt the molecular bonds of objects she touches, allowing her to pass through them or shatter them. She is a member of the X-Men.
Loadstone
This character is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero. It is possible this is an extremely obscure character or a misspelling of “Lodestone.” Definitive information on powers or appearances is unavailable.
Lobster Johnson
A legendary pulp-era vigilante from the Mignolaverse, known for his burning lobster claw insignia. Lobster Johnson fights against Nazis and the supernatural with his exceptional combat skills and marksmanship.
Lockjaw
A massive, loyal Inhuman dog with the power of teleportation. Lockjaw can transport himself and others across vast distances, often serving as a companion and transporter for the Inhuman Royal Family.
Lockheed
A small, dragon-like alien companion to Kitty Pryde of the X-Men. Lockheed is capable of flight, breathing fire, and possesses a unique telepathic bond with Kitty.
Lodestone
Roderick Donaldson, a mutant with the ability to manipulate magnetism. Lodestone can control metallic objects, generate magnetic fields, and has been both a hero and an antagonist.
Lois Lane
An iconic investigative reporter for the Daily Planet and Superman’s primary love interest. Lois Lane is known for her fierce independence, sharp wit, and unwavering dedication to journalistic truth.
Longshot
A genetically engineered being from the Mojoverse, Longshot possesses incredible good luck, making him incredibly agile and difficult to hit. He is a skilled knife-thrower and has been an X-Factor member.
Longshadow
Eddie Bloomberg, a member of the Teen Titans with the ability to increase his size and superhuman strength. He is a formidable physical presence in battle.
Looker
Emily Briggs, a metahuman who gained psychic powers and later became a vampire. Looker is a prominent member of the Outsiders, with abilities including telepathy, telekinesis, and flight.
Looking Glass
Wade Tillman, a detective and former member of the Tulsa Police Department in the Watchmen TV series. He wears a reflective mask and uses his enhanced perception and empathy to deduce truths, often dealing with trauma.
Loose Cannon
A metahuman whose powers are volatile and difficult to control. Loose Cannon possesses superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to release explosive energy, making him a dangerous but well-meaning hero.
Lord Emp
Julian Krain, the enigmatic and powerful leader of the Gen¹³ team. Lord Emp is a centuries-old psionic, capable of telekinesis, energy manipulation, and an array of other mental powers.
Loria
A character named Loria is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero. Information about specific powers, first appearance, or publisher for a character named Loria is highly obscure or nonexistent within common superhero canons.
Lotus
Shinchuko, a highly skilled ninja and assassin. Lotus possesses exceptional martial arts prowess and stealth abilities, often operating as a mercenary or antagonist in the Marvel universe.
Lucy in the Sky
Karolina Dean, also known as Lucy in the Sky, is an alien from the Majesdanian race. She can absorb sunlight to manipulate light, create energy blasts, and fly, a prominent member of the Runaways.
Lucky the Pizza Dog
A golden retriever dog who becomes the beloved companion of Clint Barton, Hawkeye. Lucky, initially named Arrow, is known for his love of pizza and his invaluable assistance to Hawkeye with his keen sense of smell.
Luke Cage
Carl Lucas, a wrongfully imprisoned man who gained unbreakable skin and immense superhuman strength after a botched experiment. Luke Cage is a “Hero for Hire,” protecting the streets of Harlem and a respected Avenger.
Lummox
A minor Batman villain known for his immense strength and brutish demeanor. Lummox is a physically formidable opponent, often used by other criminals for his raw power.
Luminia
A character named Luminia is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero. Information about specific powers, first appearance, or publisher for a character named Luminia is highly obscure or nonexistent within common superhero canons.
Luminous
A gamma-powered villainess with the ability to generate blinding light and powerful energy blasts. Luminous has clashed with the Hulk, using her light-based powers for offensive attacks.
Luna
The daughter of Quicksilver and Crystal of the Inhumans. Initially human, Luna later developed empathic abilities, allowing her to sense and manipulate emotions. She is a unique link between mutant and Inhuman communities.
Lunatic
A character named Lunatic is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero. Information about specific powers, first appearance, or publisher for a character named Lunatic is highly obscure or nonexistent within common superhero canons.
Lupus
A character named Lupus is not widely recognized as a prominent superhero. Information about specific powers, first appearance, or publisher for a character named Lupus is highly obscure or nonexistent within common superhero canons.
Lurker
An entity created by Loki from the fears of mortals. The Lurker is a monstrous being with superhuman strength and the ability to drain life energy, posing a threat to Asgard and Earth.
Luther Strode
An ordinary man who gains incredible physical abilities and a preternatural understanding of violence through a mysterious ancient text. Luther Strode becomes a brutal vigilante, fighting against evil with extreme force.
Lyja
A Skrull imposter who famously married the Human Torch. Lyja is a master shapeshifter, able to mimic any form, and also possesses energy projection abilities, making her a complex character in the Fantastic Four’s history.
Lymph
This entry refers to a biological fluid within the body, not a specific superhero character. “Lymph” is part of the lymphatic system and plays a role in immunity, but it is not a proper noun for an individual.
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