History of Marvel
Which decade did Marvel start in?
1930's
Which female secondary character was one of the most prominent agents of the Strategic Scientific Reserve during and after World War II and one of the founders of S.H.I.E.L.D? She was a part of project rebirth with including the super soldier serum.
Peggy Carter
She was only released from her prison in hell after the death of her father and wanted to restore her power over her land while simultaneously engaging in a series of encounters with her younger brothers. When her people refused to bow to her, she set about massacring armies and enslaving their people.
Hela
This female superhero does more than specialize in shrinking. She is able to manipulate her body's bio-electric energy and release it in the form of her iconic 'Stingers'. She also has a few genetic modifications that allow her to sprout functional wings and antennae.
Wasp
Are there more male or female Marvel fans?
Marvel fans are slightly more likely to be male (53 percent) than female (47 percent)
Who was Stan Lee?
Stan Lee was an American comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer. He rose through the ranks of a family-run business called Timely Comics which would later become Marvel Comics. He was the primary creative leader for two decades, leading it expansion from a small division of publishing house to a multimedia corporation that dominated the comics and film industries
MJ - spiderman
The continuous pressure to conceal her authentic form and conform to beauty standards set by humans eventually drives her to the bad guy's side. Although we do not have yellow eyes or blue skin, her fight to fit in and feel pretty is significant to anyone who has ever felt different.
Mystique
This female superhero is a Celestial hybrid empath with the ability to sense other people's feelings and alter them. She was raised alone by her father until found by a team of heroes. After defeating a common enemy and bonding with the group, she decides to join them in their fight to protect the galaxy.
Mantis
Why are there more male Marvel fans?
The worlds of sci-fi and superheroes are still dominated by men, but more female-led geeky movies and TV shows seem to be in demand by both boys and girls, according to a new study.
What was the original name of the Marvel brand?
Timely comics changed its name to Atlas Comics in 1951 and became Marvel Comics in the early 1960s.
This secondary female character is the CEO of a huge tech company but was originally hired to be one of the Avenger's assistant. She eventually even gets her own "suit".
Pepper Potts
This villain is the adopted daughter of one of the universe's worst villains. She was ripped apart and put back together with robotic pieces. She starts off constantly fighting with her sister but eventually finds her way and fights alongside the Avengers to defeat her evil dad.
Nebula
This female superhero is a master spy. Although she tends to use a variety of weapons and high-tech gadgets, her real weapon is her body, which is enhanced by biotechnology to slow her aging and accelerate her healing.
Black Widow
Why does female representation in these genres matter?
Research has found that female sci-fi and superhero characters help bridge the confidence gap for girls, making them feel strong, brave, confident, inspired, positive, and motivated.
Who was the first female superhero?
Fantomah, Mystery Woman of the Jungle. Fantomah was a woman who protected her jungle with an array of supernatural abilities including flight, transmutation, and levitation.
She is the secondary character known for flying into battle on her horse, helping to defeat the goddess of death alongside an avenger. She is later appointed to be the new leader of the Avenger's people after they took settlement on earth.
Valkyrie
Raised to be a loyal follower and cold-hearted assassin. Throughout Infinity War, she reveals superhuman power, rampant psychopathic nature, and mastery of combat as she embroils herself in a face-off against the Avengers on Earth.
Proxima Midnight
This female superhero is a sorcerous with the powers to levitate, control others with her mind, create forcefields and so much more. With a devastating background story, she struggles to remain good and falls off the path.
Scarlet Witch
How did Kevin Feige help Marvel?
Since Kevin Feige’s creative takeover at the MCU, it has become more diverse than ever before. Bringing on different cultures/genders in Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Eternals, more female leads and overall representation for everyone.
Which decade did we see a rise in female superheroes?
Just like the societal movements during World War II, the feminist movement of the ‘70s was reflected in what’s considered the Bronze Age of Comics as the number of female superheroes increased.
This secondary character is a genius innovator and a punmaster whose philosophy is summed up in the following sharp dialogue between her and her brother, King-elect. Eventually losing those she loves and becoming the new savior of her people and their resources.
Shuri
When Guardians of Galaxy robbed her batteries, she did not let it slide, going onboard on a galaxy-spanning voyage to inflict vengeance upon them. She embodies all that is unladylike according to society – from unapologetic obstinacy to psychopathic tendencies.
Ayesha
Though her origin story has been altered a few times, this female superhero was initially said to have gained her abilities when caught in a blast of radioactive energy. This gave her the power to absorb energy and project it at will, as well as create beams of light and heat. She can also fly and has enhanced physical strength and durability. She also has a cosmic awareness, not dissimilar from the Spidey Sense, that allows her to sense trouble long before it arrives.
Captain Marvel
Since 2008, what percent of female leads are seen in the movies?
Only 26.92% of them feature a woman as the main character.