Marvel's superheroes are the best of the best, but even they have heroes they look up to. Over the years, members of the superhero community have distinguished themselves and have become inspirations for others. They're the ones who make the plans, who keep their teammates alive, and who teach them what being a hero is about.
These exemplary Marvel heroes have an aura of confidence that makes everyone pay attention to them. They rise to heights no one expects them to. These heroes always go far beyond what they're called to do, becoming role models for everyone around them. They're the best of the best, a hero for other heroes.
10 Iron Man Is A Great Hero Who Inspires Others To Overcome Mistakes
Iron Man helped found the Avengers, opening his home to them, using his wealth to fund them, and using his technology to make their lives easier. In many ways, Iron Man is inspirational. While he's fallen and has made serious mistakes, the fact he gets back up and finds his way back encourages other heroes that they can do the same.
Iron Man is a great hero. He's a man who will go to any lengths to save the innocent. As an individual, Tony Stark is always learning and always growing. He's not perfect, but no one is. Iron Man's perseverance challenges his teammates to push themselves farther, and he'll always encourage others to explore new things.
9 Invisible Woman Is The Core Of The Fantastic Four
Reed Richards is an accomplished leader and scientist. The Thing is a bruiser with a heart of gold. The Human Torch may seem fickle, but he's as brave as they come. All of them are admirable people, but ask any of those three who they look up to and they'll all name the same person: Invisible Woman.
Since the beginning, Invisible Woman's been the core of the team, holding them all together. She's the most powerful member, she's the team mother, and her quiet competence is an inspiration. She's raised two children and cared for her family, all while fighting against the greatest threats imaginable. No one else can do what she does, and everyone knows it.
8 Sam Wilson Rose To The Top
Sam Wilson started his superheroic career as the Falcon, working with Captain America. He learned the ropes from the best in the business, using that experience to rise as high as he could fly. He joined the Avengers, worked with SHIELD, and eventually took over as Captain America when Steve Rogers' super soldier serum wore out.
As Captain America, Sam took everything he learned from every hero he had been around and put it into effect. He impressed everyone and proved that a sidekick could rise to the highest levels of the superheroic community.
7 Captain Marvel Goes Above And Beyond
Carol Danvers changed costumes and identities for years, trying to find herself. When she took over as Captain Marvel, she finally reached her potential. The longtime Avenger jumped to the next level and worked with multiple teams, from the Ultimates to Alpha Flight to the Avengers, protecting the Earth from the threats of the greater universe.
Captain Marvel perseveres over her demons and every enemy she battles. Her powers are great, but her heroism is greater. That's why everyone looks up to her. She's always going to say the day, no matter what she's up against. Captain Marvel leads and everyone else follows.
6 Wolverine Went From Gruff Loner To Iconic Leader
Wolverine is the best there is at what he does. While many people think that's merely killing, the ol' Canucklehead has actually excelled at rising through the ranks. He was the ultimate loner for years, but his time with the X-Men transformed him into a team player who cared deeply about his friends. Joining the Avengers took him to the next level, but he was always on an upward trend.
Wolverine would become a leader, a trusted member of the superhero community, and a loyal friend. He proved that sometimes, even the people who've broken the rules and made enemies could change their ways, mature, and reach the pinnacle.
5 It Took Years For Spider-Man To Realize He Was A Role Model
Spider-Man started out as a hero when he was fifteen and grew into the most dependable member of the superhero community. He might not be the strongest or the fastest, but his abilities and a stubbornness allowed him to win every battle. He had charisma in spades and went to any lengths to save those who can't save themselves.
Spider-Man has always been an inspiration, but it took him years to see it. It wasn't until he became an Avenger that he realized just how many others looked up to him, including heroes he'd thought were out of his league. Since then, Spider-Man took his place at the head of the table.
4 Black Panther Is Respected By All
Black Panther is the King of Wakanda. While much of his power and prestige comes from that title, T'Challa is more than just another ruler. He's as smart as they come, a brilliant tactician, a tenacious fighter, and a leader without peer. He's truly come into his own in recent years, taking his heroism to the next level and showing the entire universe just how powerful Wakanda can be.
It's impossible not to look up to T'Challa. He's a man who commands respect every time he walks in the room. It's not just because he's a king, but because everyone knows exactly what he's capable of. Even his enemies understand how great he truly is.
3 Storm Rose From Street Thief To Goddess
Storm's entire life has been about moving up in the world. After the death of her parents, she became a thief on the streets of Cairo. Once her mutant powers manifested, she became a goddess of the plains, loved by all. As a member of the X-Men, she became a hero and a leader, one who took the team to heights no one thought possible.
Storm is an outstanding leader because she can combine integrity with compassion. She gives off a regal presence that puts her above kings and presidents, yet she knows how to lead with her mind and her heart. Anyone who's had the honor of working with her has felt it.
2 Cyclops Is The Consummate Leader
Cyclops is the X-Men's longest serving leader. Since his mutation manifested, responsibility has been the watchword of Cyclops's life and he's taken that to being a leader. He can often seem stuffy and rub his friends the wrong way, but they know there's no one else they'd rather have leading them.
Cyclops brought the X-Men home from every mission and led the mutant race through the darkest times. Over the years, he learned to relax, and he became one of the best role models the X-Men ever produced. Even the people who don't like him or have fought him for years look up to his leadership abilities.
1 Steve Rogers Is The Heroic Ideal
Steve Rogers has accomplished things that other heroes can only dream of. The proverbial 95 pound weakling became the test subject for the super soldier serum and proved that he always had the heart of a fighter. As Captain America, he inspired the soldiers on the battlefield, something he'd do once again after being found frozen in a block of ice and thawed out in the present day.
Steve Rogers is the ideal for every hero around. Even his fellow leaders look up to him. He's a great person, humble, intelligent, and brave. Everyone listens to Captain America, even if they don't see eye to eye. He's the gold standard of heroism, with a true heart for others.