Marvel is full of respected superheroes, known for their power and their undisputed ability to save the day. However, for too many years, the men of the Marvel Universe have gotten an inordinate amount of the spotlight, leaving the women behind. This is a grave waste of talent- the women of the Marvel Universe are some of the most powerful, interesting, and groundbreaking women in comics, leading the way and often outshining their male counterparts.
The women of Marvel are an inspiration to kids everywhere, breaking new ground and showing them that gender has no bearing on heroism.
10 Captain Marvel Constantly Rose Through The Ranks
Captain Marvel's story is one of her constantly rising through the ranks. Starting with her military service, Carol Danvers kept proving that she was better than everyone around her. Her years as Ms. Marvel had their ups and downs, but she overcame it all, even beating alcoholism. House Of M was a turning point for her, as her life in that alternate universe spurred her to become the greatest hero she could be.
This led to her becoming Captain Marvel and taking her place among the biggest heroes of the Marvel Universe, becoming the leader she always deserved to be. She broke all the barriers holding her back, becoming a wonderful role model.
9 Invisible Woman Overcame The Gender Roles Forced On Her To Become One Of The Toughest Heroes Around
Reading any Fantastic Four comic before John Byrne took over can be tough for fans of Invisible Woman. Writers from Stan Lee on down wrote her as a cowed housewife who nagged, got negged by everyone, and could only turn invisible. Byrne changed all of that, revealing she was the team's most powerful member, and having her break free from the repressive gender roles that had held her back.
Changing her name to the Invisible Woman from Invisible Girl, she proved that she could be a wife and mother as well as a hero and stopped taking the years of verbal abuse that Reed and company heaped on her. Invisible Woman teaches a valuable lesson- one's gender and how people treat them can't stop someone from reaching their potential.
8 Rogue Never Gave Up And Was Able To Get Everything She Wanted From Life
Rogue got dealt a terrible hand. While her powers made her one of the formidable X-Men, they also cursed her to a life of solitude, as no one could touch her without grave consequences. However, after years of trying, she finally mastered her powers, becoming a leader of both the X-Men and the Avengers.
Rogue's life was full of hardship but she kept working at it, making it better and better. She never gave up, even when things seemed like they were at their worst. She persevered, working towards her goals, and accomplished everything she set out to do, becoming one of the greatest X-Men of all time.
7 Wolverine Proved Herself To The Haters
Laura Kinney never had an easy life. Born to be a replacement for her father Wolverine in the Weapon X project, she was able to escape and spent years on her own. Eventually, she'd meet up with the X-Men, joining the training team and even enrolling in Avengers Academy. After her father died, she would follow in his footsteps as Wolverine, proving to the world that she was as great as the original.
Wolverine has taken her father's place in the X-Men and spent years silencing the haters. She stepped into the spotlight and stole it, showing everyone just what she could do.
6 She-Hulk Learned To Control Her Gamma Powers Better Than Her Cousin Ever Did
The Hulk has always been an uncontrollable monster, his gamma-fueled powers bringing out the worst in him. His cousin She-Hulk is a very different hero; she learned to control her gamma powers and made a name for herself as a hero instead of just as a monster, unlike the Hulk. In fact, saying that she's superior to the Hulk isn't a stretch- it's pretty much proven.
On top of being a top-notch superhero, she's also the greatest superhero lawyer in the Marvel Universe. She-Hulk has mastered not only herself but also being a superhero and a professional, showing that nothing is insurmountable.
5 Ms. Marvel Took To Being A Hero Like A Fish To Water
Ms. Marvel gained her powers from the Terrigen Mists and just about immediately made a huge splash. She revitalized the teen hero scene in the Marvel Universe and used her amazing powers to become an Avenger and a leader of the Champions. Ms. Marvel found a way to make her heroic identity work with her civilian one and took to being a hero like few before her.
Ms. Marvel came out of nowhere to become one of the Marvel Universe's most inspirational heroes. She shows kids that anyone can be a hero, no matter what their age or background.
4 Monica Rambeau Is One Of The Most Powerful Women In The Marvel Universe
Monica Rambeau started her superhero career as Captain Marvel and made a massive impact, becoming the second woman, and first African American, to lead the Avengers. While she would end up with several codenames as others took the mantle of Captain Marvel away from her, one that thing that didn't change is her dedication to heroism and her amazing powers.
Monica Rambeau was a positive African American character when those were few and far between and is probably one of the greatest people to ever wear the Captain Marvel mantle. She rose farther than any of the others and proved her place as one of the most powerful women in the Marvel Universe.
3 Jean Grey Is The Heart And Soul Of The X-Men
Jean Grey was Charles Xavier's first student. Her mutant powers developed early and she was traumatized when she witnessed her childhood friend Annie die right in front of her. It would be her first taste of trauma but not her last, as Jean Grey's time in the X-Men would be full of terrible events. However, through it all, she kept going, becoming one of the X-Men's greatest members.
Jean Grey is the heart and soul of the X-Men, the team's patron saint. Beyond that, she's also one of the most powerful members of the group, her amazing telepathic and telekinetic powers might make her more than a match for any foes she faces.
2 The Wasp Was The First Woman To Lead The Avengers
The Wasp was the second woman to become a superhero in the Marvel Universe but right off the bat, she was a special breed. A founding member of the Avengers, she was always changing her costume and herself, constantly proving herself as one of the team's greatest heroes. She would eventually become the first woman to lead the team, shattering the glass ceiling.
Through it all, Janet Van Dyne proved herself one of the most underrated heroes in the Marvel Universe. She may be small but she's mighty and her skills have been honed by years of fighting the good fight.
1 Storm Is The Goddess Of The Marvel Universe
When Storm joined the X-Men, she was already worshiped as a goddess and for years she has shown that that's exactly the type of treatment she deserves. It's not just because of her amazing powers but everything about her. She's a regal woman, one who demands respect every time she walks into a room. She's a consummate leader, taking over the X-Men from Cyclops and making the team her own.
Storm has been a member of every major team in the Marvel Universe and one almost felt like she when she married Black Panther, it was a step down for her- goddesses outrank royalty. She gives off the impression of perfection and it's not just an impression- she is perfect.