Comic Glossary
Superhero
A superhero is a fictional character with extraordinary abilities who fights for good — the central archetype of American comic books.
From Superman in 1938 to today, the superhero is comics' most enduring contribution to pop culture. QuickComic lets your child be the superhero — their own powers, their own name, their own first issue.
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