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Essays About Heroes: 5 Examples And Topic Ideas

Here, we’ll look at examples of essays about heroes and questions that can be used as topics for essays about an imagined or real hero.

A few different images likely come to mind when you hear the word hero. You may imagine Superman flying above the world with his superpower of flight. You may imagine a personal hero, a real person who has made a significant impact on your life for the better. You might think of a true hero as someone who has shown heroic qualities in the public eye, working to help ordinary people through difficult situations.

When writing an essay about your life hero, it’s important to consider the qualities of that person that make them stand out to you. Whether you choose to write an essay about how your mom got you through tough times and became your role model or about a political figure who made a difference in the lives of people in history, it’s key to not just focus on the person’s actions—you’ll also want to focus on the qualities that allowed them to act heroically.

Here, we’ll explore examples of hero essays and potential topics to consider when writing about a hero.

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Examples Of Essays About Heroes

• 1. These Are The Heroes Of The Coronavirus Pandemic By Ruth Marcus
• 2. Why Teachers Are My Heroes By Joshua Muskin
• 3. Martin Luther King Jr.—Civil Rights Activist & Hero By Kathy Weiser-Alexander

4. Steve Prefontaine: The Track Of A Hero By Bill O’Brian

5. forget hamilton, burr is the real hero by carey wallace, topic ideas for essays about heroes, 1. what makes a hero, 2. what are the most important characteristics of heroes in literature, 3. what constitutes a heroic act, 4. is selflessness required for heroism.

1.  These Are The Heroes Of The Coronavirus Pandemic  By Ruth Marcus

“Is this what they signed up for? There is some danger inherent in the ordinary practice of medicine, but not this much. I confess: I do not know that I would do the same in their circumstances; I am not sure I am so generous or so brave. If my child were graduating from medical school, how would I deal with her being sent, inadequately protected, into an emergency room? If my husband were a physician, would I send him off to the hospital — or let him back into the house in the interim?” Ruth Marcus

Healthcare workers have had no choice but to go above and beyond in recent years. In this essay, Marcus discusses the heroism of those in the healthcare field. He delves into the traits (including selflessness and courage) that make doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers heroes.

2.  Why Teachers Are My Heroes   By Joshua Muskin

“Teachers are my heroes because they accept this responsibility and try extremely hard to do this well even when the conditions in which they work are far from ideal; at least most do. Our jobs as society, education systems, and parents is to do our best to be strong allies to teachers, since their success is essential to ours.” Joshua Muskin

In this essay, Dr. Muskin discusses the many challenges teachers face and what parents, administrators, and education researchers can do to help teachers support students. Muskin explains that most teachers go above and beyond the call of duty to serve their classrooms.

3.  Martin Luther King Jr.—Civil Rights Activist & Hero   By Kathy Weiser-Alexander

“During this nonviolent protest, activists used boycotts, sit-ins, and marches to protest segregation and unfair hiring practices that caught the attention of the entire world. However, his tactics were put to the test when police brutality was used against the marchers, and King was arrested. But, his voice was not silenced, as he wrote his “Letter from a Birmingham Jail” to refute his critics.” Kathy Weiser-Alexander

In this essay, Weiser-Alexander details both the traits and the actions of Dr. King before and during the civil rights movement. The author touches on King’s commitment to justice, persistence, and willingness to stand for his beliefs despite difficult circumstances.

“I remember this so vividly because Prefontaine was a hero to me, a hero in a way that no one was before, or really has been since. A British commentator once called him “an athletic Beatle.” If so, his persona was much more Lennon than McCartney. Actually, I thought of him more as Mick Jagger — or ultimately James Dean.” Bill O’Brian

A hero to many in the running world, Prefontaine’s confidence, unique style, and unmatched athletic ability have been heralded for decades. In this essay, O’Brian shares how he, as a distance runner during the era of Pre, related to his struggles and ambition.

“Burr fought against an ugly tide of anti-immigrant sentiment in the young republic, led by Hamilton’s Federalist party, which suggested that anyone without English heritage was a second-class citizen, and even challenged the rights of non-Anglos to hold office. In response, Burr insisted that anyone who contributed to society deserved all the rights of any other citizen, no matter their background.” Carey Wallace

In this essay, Wallace explains why Aaron Burr, the lifelong nemesis of founding father Alexander Hamilton, should be considered a historical hero. This essay exposes someone seen as a villain but much of society with a different take on their history. 

It can be interesting to think about your definition of a hero. When describing what the term hero means to you, you may want to choose a person (or a few people) you look up to as a hero to solidify your point. You might want to include fictional characters (such as those in the Marvel universe) and real-life brave souls, such as police officers and firefighters.

A word of caution: stay away from the cliche opening of describing how the dictionary defines a hero. Instead, lead-in with a personal story about a hero who has affected your life. While talking about a public figure as a hero is acceptable, you may find it easier to write about someone close to you who you feel has displayed heroic qualities. Writing about a family member or friend who has shown up as a heroic main character in your life can be just as exciting as writing about a real or imagined superhero.

From Beowulf to Marvel comics, heroes in literature take on many different traits. When writing an essay on what trait makes a hero come alive in a short story, novel, or comic, choose a few of your favorite heroes and find common themes that they share.

Perhaps your favorite heroes are selfless and are willing to put themselves last in the name of sacrifice for others. Perhaps they’re able to dig deep into the truth, being honest even when it’s hard, for the greater good. There’s no need to list endless heroes to make your point—choosing three or four heroes from literature can be a great way to support your argument about what characteristics define heroism in literature.

When someone is named a hero in real life, we often picture them saving people from a burning building or performing a difficult surgical operation. It can be difficult to pin down exactly what constitutes a heroic act. When writing about what constitutes a heroic act, think about people who go above and beyond, performing feats of courage, honesty, and bravery to support themselves or others. When writing about what constitutes a heroic act, discuss real-life or literary examples of heroes at work.

To many people, being a hero means giving back to others. While giving something away or trading in one’s well-being for others can certainly be seen as a heroic act, many people wonder if selflessness is required for heroism or if a hero can serve the greater good in a way that also supports their happiness. When writing about whether selflessness is required for heroism, choose examples from literature and real-life to support your point.

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Greater Good Science Center • Magazine • In Action • In Education

What Makes a Hero?

This month, Greater Good features videos of a presentation by Philip Zimbardo, the world-renowned psychologist perhaps best known for his infamous Stanford Prison Experiment. In his talk, Zimbardo discusses the psychology of evil and of heroism, exploring why good people sometimes turn bad and how we can encourage more people to perform heroic acts. In this excerpt from his talk, he zeroes in on his research and educational program designed to foster the “heroic imagination.”

More on Heroism

Watch the video of Philip Zimbardo's Greater Good talk on heroism.

Read his essay on " The Banality of Heroism ," which further explores the conditions that can promote heroism vs. evil.

Read this Greater Good essay on the "psychology of the bystander."

Learn more about Zimbardo's Heroic Imagination Project.

What makes us good? What makes us evil?

Research has uncovered many answers to the second question: Evil can be fostered by dehumanization, diffusion of responsibility, obedience to authority, unjust systems, group pressure, moral disengagement, and anonymity, to name a few.

But when we ask why people become heroic, research doesn’t yet have an answer. It could be that heroes have more compassion or empathy; maybe there’s a hero gene; maybe it’s because of their levels of oxytocin—research by neuroeconomist Paul Zak has shown that this “love hormone” in the brain increases the likelihood you’ll demonstrate altruism. We don’t know for sure.

I believe that heroism is different than altruism and compassion. For the last five years, my colleagues and I have been exploring the nature and roots of heroism, studying exemplary cases of heroism and surveying thousands of people about their choices to act (or not act) heroically. In that time, we’ve come to define heroism as an activity with several parts.

First, it’s performed in service to others in need—whether that’s a person, group, or community—or in defense of certain ideals. Second, it’s engaged in voluntarily, even in military contexts, as heroism remains an act that goes beyond something required by military duty. Third, a heroic act is one performed with recognition of possible risks and costs, be they to one’s physical health or personal reputation, in which the actor is willing to accept anticipated sacrifice. Finally, it is performed without external gain anticipated at the time of the act.

Simply put, then, the key to heroism is a concern for other people in need—a concern to defend a moral cause, knowing there is a personal risk, done without expectation of reward.

By that definition, then, altruism is heroism light—it doesn’t always involve a serious risk. Compassion is a virtue that may lead to heroism, but we don’t know that it does. We’re just now starting to scientifically distinguish heroism from these other concepts and zero in on what makes a hero.

My work on heroism follows 35 years of research in which I studied the psychology of evil, including my work on the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment . The two lines of research aren’t as different as they might seem; they’re actually two sides of the same coin.

A key insight from research on heroism so far is that the very same situations that inflame the hostile imagination in some people, making them villains, can also instill the heroic imagination in other people, prompting them to perform heroic deeds.

Take the Holocaust. Christians who helped Jews were in the same situation as other civilians who helped imprison or kill Jews, or ignored their suffering. The situation provided the impetus to act heroically or malevolently. Why did some people choose one path or the other?

Another key insight from my research has been that there’s no clear line between good and evil. Instead, the line is permeable; people can cross back and forth between it.

This is an idea wonderfully represented in an illusion by M. C. Escher, at left. When you squint and focus on the white as the figures and the black as the background, you see a world full of angels and tutus dancing around happily. But now focus on the black as the figures and the white as the background: Now it’s a world full of demons.

What Escher’s telling us is that the world is filled with angels and devils, goodness and badness, and these dark and light aspects of human nature are our basic yin and yang. That is, we all are born with the capacity to be anything. Because of our incredible brains, anything that is imaginable becomes possible, anything that becomes possible can get transformed into action, for better or for worse. 

Some people argue humans are born good or born bad; I think that’s nonsense. We are all born with this tremendous capacity to be anything, and we get shaped by our circumstances—by the family or the culture or the time period in which we happen to grow up, which are accidents of birth; whether we grow up in a war zone versus peace; if we grow up in poverty rather than prosperity.

George Bernard Shaw captured this point in the preface to his great play “Major Barbara”: “Every reasonable man and woman is a potential scoundrel and a potential good citizen. What a man is depends upon his character what’s inside. What he does and what we think of what he does depends on upon his circumstances.”

So each of us may possess the capacity to do terrible things. But we also posses an inner hero; if stirred to action, that inner hero is capable of performing tremendous goodness for others.

Another conclusion from my research is that few people do evil and fewer act heroically. Between these extremes in the bell curve of humanity are the masses—the general population who do nothing, who I call the “reluctant heroes”—those who refuse the call to action and, by doing nothing, often implicitly support the perpetrators of evil.

So on this bell curve of humanity, villains and heroes are the outliers. The reluctant heroes are the rest. What we need to discover is how to give a call to service to this general population. How do we make them aware of the evil that exists? How do we prevent them from getting seduced to the dark side?

We don’t yet have a recipe for creating heroes, but we have some clues, based on the stories of some inspiring heroes.

I love the story of a wonderful nine-year-old Chinese boy, who I call a dutiful hero. In 2008, there was a massive earthquake in China’s Szechuan province. The ceiling fell down on a school, killing almost all the kids in it. This kid escaped, and as he was running away he noticed two other kids struggling to get out. He ran back and saved them. He was later asked, “Why did you do that?” He replied, “I was the hall monitor! It was my duty, it was my job to look after my classmates!”

This perfectly illustrates what I call the “heroic imagination,” a focus on one’s duty to help and protect others. For him, it was cultivated by being assigned this role of hall monitor.

Another story: Irena Sendler was a Polish hero, a Catholic woman who saved at least 2,500 Jewish kids who were holed up in the Warsaw ghetto that the Nazis had erected. She was able to convince the parents of these kids to allow her to smuggle them out of the ghetto to safety. To do this, she organized a network.

That is a key principle of heroism: Heroes are most effective not alone but in a network. It’s through forming a network that people have the resources to bring their heroic impulses to life.

What these stories suggest is that every one of us can be a hero. Through my work on heroism, I’ve become even more convinced that acts of heroism don’t just arrive from truly exceptional people but from people placed in the right circumstance, given the necessary tools to transform compassion into heroic action.

Building on these insights, I have helped to start a program designed to learn more of heroism and to create the heroes of tomorrow.

The Heroic Imagination Project (HIP) is amplifying the voice of the world’s quiet heroes, using research and education networks to promote a heroic imagination in everyone, and then empower ordinary people of all ages and nations to engage in extraordinary acts of heroism. We want to democratize the notion of heroism, to emphasize that most heroes are ordinary people; it’s the act that’s extraordinary.

There are already a lot of great heroes projects out there, such as the Giraffe Heroes Project . The HIP is unique in that it’s the only one encouraging research into heroism, because there’s very little.

Here are a few key insights from research we’ve done surveying 4,000 Americans from across the country. Each of these statements is valid after controlling for all demographic variables, such as education and socioeconomic status.

Heroes surround us. One in five—20 percent—qualify as heroes, based on the definition of heroism I provide above. Seventy-two percent report helping another person in a dangerous emergency. Sixteen percent report whistle blowing on an injustice. Six percent report sacrificing for a non-relative or stranger. Fifteen percent report defying an unjust authority. And not one of these people has been formally recognized as a hero.

Opportunity matters. Most acts of heroism occur in urban areas, where there are more people and more people in need. You’re not going to be a hero if you live in the suburbs. No shit happens in the suburbs!

Education matters. The more educated you are, the more likely you are to be a hero, I think because you are more aware of situations.

Volunteering matters. One third of all the sample who were heroes also had volunteered significantly, up to 59 hours a week.

Gender matters. Males reported performing acts of heroism more than females. I think this is because women tend not to regard a lot of their heroic actions as heroic. It’s just what they think they’re supposed to do for their family or a friend.

Race matters. Blacks were eight times more likely than whites to qualify as heroes. We think that’s in part due to the rate of opportunity. (In our next survey, we’re going to track responses by area code to see if in fact these heroes are coming from inner cities.

Personal history matters. Having survived a disaster or personal trauma makes you three times more likely to be a hero and a volunteer.

Based on these insights into heroism, we’ve put together a toolkit for potential heroes, especially young heroes in training, who already have opportunities to act heroically when they’re kids, such as by opposing bullying.

A first step is to take the “hero pledge,” a public declaration on our website that says you’re willing to be a hero in waiting. It’s a pledge “to act when confronted with a situation where I feel something is wrong,” “to develop my heroic abilities,” and “to believe in the heroic capacities within myself and others, so I can build and refine them.”

You can also take our four-week “Hero Challenge” mini-course online to help you develop your heroic muscles. The challenge may not require you to do anything heroic, but it’s training you to be heroic. And we offer more rigorous, research-based education and training programs for middle and high schools, corporations, and the millitary that make people aware of the social factors that produce passivity, inspire them to take positive civic action, and encourage the skills needed to consistently translate heroic impulses into action.

We’re also in the process of creating an Encyclopedia of Heroes, a collection of hero stories from all over the world. Not just all the classic ones and fictional ones, but ones that people from around the world are going to send in, so they can nominate ordinary heroes with a picture and a story. It will be searchable, so you can find heroes by age, gender, city and country. These are the unsung, quiet heroes—they do their own thing, put themselves in danger, defend a moral cause, help someone in need. And we want to highlight them. We want them to be inspirational to other people just like them.

Essentially, we’re trying to build the social habits of heroes, to build a focus on the other, shifting away from the “me” and toward the “we.” As the poet John Donne wrote: “No man [or woman] is an island entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main; … any man’s death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind. And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.”

So every person is part of humanity. Each person’s pulse is part of humanity’s heartbeat. Heroes circulate the life force of goodness in our veins. And what the world needs now is more heroes—you. It’s time to take action against evil.

About the Author

Philip Zimbardo

Philip Zimbardo, Ph.D. , is a professor emeritus of psychology at Stanford University, a professor at Palo Alto University, a two-time past president of the Western Psychological Association, and a past president of the American Psychological Association. He is also the author of the best-selling book The Lucifer Effect and the president of the Heroic Imagination Project .

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Very nice information. In this world this is the very difficult question that what makes people good or evil. This post has helped a lot to understand the difference. Actually in my point of it depends upon the individual that what he/she thinks. If he/she thinks negative all the time them they became evil and thinking vice versa makes them good.

Andrew | 2:31 am, January 19, 2011 | Link

I really like reading this article because there are many individuals in the world that are heroes but are not recognized.  Heroes that have help humanity progress and prosper have fought with the greatest weapons which are love, respect, sincerity, and peace.  The governments that have had the greatest fear of seeing people free have always use war for colonization, genocide, and false treaties.  However, love is much stronger than war, and thanks to the modern forms of communication and exchange of information, more people are united for peace and do not support or participate in colonization or human genocide.  Since the start of humanity most people have use peace to progress, few have participated in war and few are participating. May peace prevail on earth!

Victor | 7:48 pm, January 29, 2011 | Link

A son raising up against an evil father. A brother standing up to a bully attacking his sibling. A stranger rallying to the side of a woman being assaulted in the street.

My sons are my strength. My reason to help others, that they may find the help they need in their lives.

pops | 9:39 am, February 3, 2011 | Link

Of course religion and eduction has a big impact on a child. But once a child is trying to live a good life (earning good karma or call it whatever you want) good things will happen to that child and he or she will recognize this.

So I think you can definitely change from evil to good.. maybe you _can be changed_ from good to evil.

Massud Hosseini | 7:28 am, September 17, 2011 | Link

Actually in my point of it depends upon the individual that what he/she thinks

asalah | 9:41 pm, September 24, 2011 | Link

“Research has uncovered many answers to the second question: Evil can be fostered by dehumanization, diffusion of responsibility, obedience to authority, unjust systems, group pressure, moral disengagement, and anonymity, to name a few.”  <—What I find amazing about this statement is that anything is being branded “evil” at all.  Well, maybe not.  Relativism seems to be something that’s employed when convenient, disregarded when it’s not.

Kukri | 6:58 pm, November 6, 2011 | Link

This is a very comprehensive discussion on heroism. Victor makes a great point in his comment about how most heroes go unnoticed by the vast majority of people. I think that lack of notoriety is part of what it means to be a hero: doing that which is unexpected without the need for a pat on the back. quotes for facebook status

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When a sniper’s bullet hits one soldier and misses the person next to him, that alone does not make the wounded soldier more heroic.

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This I Believe: Superheroes Are Real

We all need a hero. A hero is someone that we hold in high esteem, whether it be because they have superhuman strength or make us feel like superhumans with their kind words. 

Springfield High School senior Matthew Hill is one of ten authors chosen for the 2017 This I Believe Illinois essay program. He reads his essay "I Believe Superheroes Are Real." Edit | Remove

We live vicariously through our heroes because they give us the strength to achieve what we thought was impossible. Our heroes remind us of ourselves and show us all that we can be. Little black boys and little black girls need more heroes, this I believe.

As a young boy I can remember racing through my house on Saturday mornings to catch episodes of "The Justice League." "The Justice League" infatuated me because unlike other cartoons that only centered on one superhero, "The Justice League" had a plethora of superheroes! The show featured the likes of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and many other staples of the DC Comics. However, one superhero caught my eye and spurred my imagination. His name was the Green Lantern and he possessed a power ring that gave him incredible abilities such as flight and the ability to use his mind as a weapon rather than his fighting abilities.

While all of these superpowers are amazing and would spark the interest of anyone, one particular characteristic of The Green Lantern was the one that got my attention. This superhero's skin was as darkly complected like me! He had hair that was jet black and tightly curled just as mine! Seeing this representation of a hero at a young age was very influential. DC Comics provided me with more than Saturday morning entertainment. I was provided with the valuable lesson that strong, black men can be superheroes in society.

More important than the superheroes that leap out of the page of your favorite comic book are the superheroes that offer a helpful hand or kind gesture. I believe it is important for young black children to have black role models that will leave a lasting positive influence. This mentor can come in the form of a teacher, police officer or coach. It is so important for children and adolescents to have somebody that can challenge them and evoke a message of hope at a young age. Finding an in-the-flesh superhero is something that can help to change a life forever.

This past summer, Marvel released a television series about superhero "Luke Cage." Cage fought the issues of identity and violence that plague the black community as passionately as he fought evil super villains in his home of Harlem. Throughout the series, Luke Cage's mantra was "Always forward, forward always." As I go forward with my life into college and career I will display the character that I would want others to deem as "hero worthy." You never know who is looking to you to be their superhero, this I believe.

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77 My Hero Essay Topic Ideas & Examples

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The Real Mr. Incredible: Self-Styled 'Superheroes'

Phoenix Jones has been stabbed, punched and held up at gunpoint. He's been bludgeoned with a baseball bat and lacerated with a key — all in his capacity as self-appointed savior of the Seattle streets. Phoenix is a self-designated superhero and the fascinating subject of Jon Ronson's new e-book, The Amazing Adventures of Phoenix Jones .

Ronson, author of The Men Who Stare at Goats and The Psychopath Test , has long been drawn to the extreme and outre. Investigating the superhero subculture, he found these qualities in abundance, as well as a flourishing — if hidden — community.

"There are hundreds of superheroes all across America," Ronson tells NPR's Robert Siegel. "They come from all walks of life, and they dress up in supersuits and go off in the dead of night fighting crime. And it's been going for quite a long time without too much fanfare."

The fanfare might be quiet, but the costumes are decidedly not. Phoenix prefers a black-and-gold outfit and a bulletproof vest — which came in handy when he and Ronson found themselves confronting crack dealers in the Belltown neighborhood of Seattle at 4 a.m.

The dealers were trying to clear Phoenix and Ronson off a particular corner — not least because they were irritated by Phoenix's outlandish get-up.

"They were saying, 'If you don't leave, we're gonna kill you,' " Ronson recalls. "And Phoenix was saying, 'Do we stand or do we leave? We stand.' And these guys [began] walking toward Phoenix. It was a moment of incredible bravery."

For all his eccentricities, Phoenix is undeniably brave. The first time Ronson met his subject, Phoenix was in the hospital after being beaten too many times. He was hooked up to IVs and still wearing his superhero mask to protect his identity.

He suffers injuries and indignities with equanimity, saying, "If I have to take a little bit of punishment to make sure that my citizens don't get hurt, I guess I have to."

And while superheroes aren't especially intrepid or skilled — most are "happy to hand out sandwiches to the homeless, do little acts of philanthropy," Ronson says — Phoenix is an exception. Despite being regarded by law enforcement as both lunatic and liability, he's a surprisingly effective crime fighter — when he's not being impeded by fans.

"If he's on his way to thwart a crime and somebody recognizes him from YouTube, he'll quite often stop and have his picture taken, and by which time the criminal has vanished," Ronson says.

Just your typical celebrity superhero occupational hazard.

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What Are Real-Life Superheroes?

So far, I haven’t published much nonfiction about Real-Life Superheroes (RLSH). My main focus as an author has been fiction and poetry. My main focus as an RLSH has been doing the work, not talking about the ins and outs of being an RLSH. As a result, I’ve hardly written anything about the RLSH movement and my experiences in it.

It’s time to change that.

This is the first in a series of essays about the Real-Life Superhero movement and my involvement in it. This particular essay is geared toward a broad audience that includes both RLSH and non-RLSH readers. Future essays may speak primarily to an RLSH or non-RLSH audience. All of these essays will in some way explore what RLSH are, what pitfalls we should avoid, and what we can aspire to do for our communities and the world.

I hope that these essays spark productive discussion about the ups and downs of the RLSH movement. They may even inspire positive changes in the RLSH movement and communities served by RLSH. If you have any suggestions along those lines, feel free to contact me .

What are Real-Life Superheroes?

Are superheroes real? Are there any people like super heroes in real life?

A Real-Life Superhero (RLSH) is someone who adopts a superhero persona to do community service work. If you’re entirely new to the concept of RLSH, here are a few resources that offer good introductions to the RLSH movement:

• RLSH.net is a comprehensive online resource for Real-Life Superheroes and anyone else who wants to learn more about RLSH. It features an RLSH Social Network , RLSH News , and an RLSH Wiki that includes many more resources such as an RLSH Directory and RLSH Map .
• My Real-Life Superhero Bookshelf lists all of the commercially-published books about RLSH that I’ve found so far. The RLSH.net Books page has links to additional titles, some of which are available as free downloads rather than commercially-printed books.
• The Initiative Collective is a global grassroots group of volunteers comprised of everyday citizens who have banded together across states and countries to do something heroic each day. Some, but not all, members of the Initiative incorporate superhero personas and costumes into our community service work.  Here in Southern Illinois, I’m the founder and current branch leader of the Illinois Initiative .

What do Real-Life Superheroes do?

In comic books, superheroes often use their superpowers to protect their city and the world from various street criminals and costumed supervillains. Unlike our comic book counterparts, Real-Life Superheroes don’t have any superpowers. We also don’t have any costumed supervillains to fight, unless we get creative with our definition of what constitutes a costumed supervillain.

So what do RLSH actually do?

RLSH engage in just about every form of community service imaginable. Any task that involves helping others directly or otherwise serving your community can be turned into a Real-Life Superhero mission.

One of the most popular RLSH missions is neighborhood watch or public safety patrols. These safety patrols are inspired by comic book crime-fighting, but take a more realistic and responsible approach to supporting public safety.

What are RLSH safety patrols like? One or more volunteers trained in some combination of first aid, self-defense, de-escalation, bystander intervention, and other relevant skills pick a particular neighborhood or other location that has been the site of street crime or other public safety concerns. They walk, bike, or drive around at the location looking for signs of conflict or distress. If they encounter conflict, they may de-escalate to avoid violence, intervene if violence has already started, or call first responders to the scene as needed. If they encounter someone experiencing a medical emergency or other health and safety crisis, they provide what assistance they are trained and equipped to respond to, and call in first responders for anything beyond their training.

Unlike comic-book superheroes, RLSH don’t go looking for a fight. They don’t initiate the use of force or otherwise insert themselves into situations that may involve escalating violence or harm to themselves or others. Those types of vigilante behaviors would constitute the exact opposite of promoting public safety. The goal of a public safety patrol should be to promote public safety, not look for “bad guys” to fight.

Another common RLSH mission is homeless outreach. One or more volunteers assess what supplies would help meet the immediate needs of local people who currently have no access to housing, gather the donated or purchased supplies, and head out to places where people without housing access may be gathering or camping. This may involve direct hand-outs on the streets, donating supplies to local agencies that help the homeless and hungry, or both.

I see at least two reasons why safety patrol and homeless outreach are popular RLSH missions.

One reason is that they’re both fairly straightforward missions to meet an obvious and immediate need in the local community. The logistics of large homeless outreach efforts involving numerous volunteers can get complicated, and RLSH working in teams can plan more elaborate and far-reaching safety patrols or other public safety work. But the basic concept behind both safety patrols and homeless outreach is straightforward: take direct action, alone or in small groups, to meet an unmet need in the community.

Another reason why both missions are popular is that they pair well together. They both involve patrolling the streets in an effort to meet immediate needs such as food or safety. Organizing patrols where you’re prepared to offer multiple forms of aid — responding to conflicts, providing first aid, feeding people, doing litter clean-up, etc — helps ensure that most if not all patrols result in some obvious, immediate, concrete benefit to the community. You may not do every community service task on every patrol, but you’ll probably do at least one or two tasks on most patrols.

My own RLSH mission has taken me in a different direction. I’ve done homeless outreach and neighborhood watch patrol, but those haven’t been my primary forms of RLSH involvement.

My main focus as an RLSH is climate justice, environmental justice, and social justice. So far, this mostly involves advocating for climate justice through regular events such as my weekly community radio show and periodic or one-time events such as helping to organize the People’s Climate March of Southern Illinois. I also help promote and support events and programs organized by local nonprofits, especially those focused on climate justice, racial justice, women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, the peace and justice movement, and other social justice concerns.

So far, this focus on responding to climate, environmental, and social justice concerns is uncommon among RLSH. But it’s not unheard of.

Some RLSH who focus primarily on homeless outreach or safety patrols also do other RLSH work. They may volunteer with local nonprofits, support charities through fundraising events and drives, or support social justice campaigns started by local community organizers. For example, during the Black Lives Matter uprisings in 2020, I was impressed to see many RLSH (but definitely not all) stepping up with various acts of solidarity with local Black Lives Matter organizing. One of my upcoming essays about the RLSH movement will explore how RLSH who mostly focus on safety patrols or homeless outreach can also take action to support social, environmental, and climate justice in their area.

There are also a few examples of superhero-like characters from the early days of RLSH history who took action on issues of environmental and social justice.

Growing up in the Chicago area, I heard stories about an environmental advocate known only as The Fox . His mission was to protect the Fox River from pollution. To this end, he engaged in a series of acts of vandalism and mischief that included stopping pipes from spewing pollution by plugging them with trash and dousing a corporate office with sludge because the company was polluting the river. His law-breaking antics wouldn’t mesh well with the commitment that many RLSH have to acting strictly within the boundaries of the law. But the Fox’s actions held polluters accountable, both through direct confrontation and by creating prominent public discourse in the media and the city about the problems of water pollution and environmental degradation. The Fox wasn’t my main inspiration for becoming an RLSH, but childhood stories of the Fox surely shaped my decision to adopt a superhero persona as part of my environmental protection work.

On the social justice front, El Santo and Superbarrio Gomez are classic examples of the social luchador movement that some RLSH commentators reference as a Mexican social phenomenon related to the RLSH movement. I didn’t hear about Superbarrio or the other social luchadores growing up. But I did read about Superbarrio in my research about RLSH prior to joining the movement. Reading stories about Superbarrio helping people fight unjust tenant evictions and other systemic injustices inspired me to believe that being an RLSH could embrace missions that go beyond fighting street crime, which was the main emphasis of the RLSH movement when I got involved in 2009.

Safety patrol and homeless outreach are still common RLSH missions, but there’s room in the RLSH movement for many different approaches to meeting people’s needs and working for justice. I’m planning to write a full essay about the many different ways RLSH have already sought to work for justice, and the many ways that non-superhero forms of community service and social change work can inform and improve the RLSH movement.

Why do people become Real-Life Superheroes?

People become RLSH for a variety of reasons. The two most common threads I see in RLSH origin stories are an appreciation for superhero fiction (comics, movies, books, etc.) and a desire to help others. Someone enjoys superhero fiction, wishes that something like that would happen in real life, and decides to make it happen.

For people who become RLSH, it’s often very intuitive. It just feels right, like discovering a part of yourself that you never even knew existed.

New RLSH may or may not have a specific strategic reason for incorporating a superhero name and/or costume into their community service work. They may want to use the RLSH gimmick to draw attention to the work and inspire others to take action, or they may just feel inspired by the superhero archetype and want to incorporate it into their work. Either way, for RLSH, there’s just an irresistible appeal to developing and adopting a superhero persona.

My choice to become an RLSH was mostly intuitive. I saw a few stories of other RLSH, and I liked the idea, so I went with it. But in the years since adopting this public superhero persona, I’ve given much thought to why RLSH work is often such a powerful and transformative force in the lives of the people who engage in it.

For me, being a Real-Life Superhero is about storytelling and framing. When we adopt an RLSH persona, we’re telling a creative superhero story that places community service at the center of our identity. We’re telling a story where each of us has something meaningful and transformative to contribute to our communities.

Much of the work that RLSH do addresses very serious problems in their community and world. Homeless outreach addresses the problems of hunger, homelessness, and poverty. Safety patrols address violent crime and other public safety concerns. Social, environmental, and climate justice work addresses downright horrific injustices created by white supremacy, patriarchy, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, colonialism, and other systemic forms of oppression. Whether they’re dealing with, people doing RLSH work will at some point come face to face with terrible realities of the world we live in that can easily lead to burnout, disillusionment, and a retreat from the work. Some people may find it inappropriate to respond to such serious concerns with something as whimsical as a superhero name or costume.

But the appeal of becoming a Real-Life Superhero is that it allows us to tell a story where we feel empowered to do something about it. The story grants us the power and the courage to actually get out there and do something for the good of others. No matter how bad things get, there’s always something we can do to help. No matter how unjust the world is, we can always work for justice. People become Real-Life Superheroes because we want to believe that we have the power to work for justice in meaningful ways in our communities. Even people who don’t get the appeal of our comic-book names and costumes should at least be able to understand the appeal of a narrative where we the people are called to work in the service of justice.

What are the potential pitfalls of the Real-Life Superhero movement?

As you might imagine, there are many potential pitfalls in the Real-LIfe Superhero movement. I’m working on an entire essay on the subject. In the meantime, I want to provide a quick overview.

What most if not all RLSH pitfalls boil down to is a failure to remain grounded in reality, or a failure to actually help the community in effective and ethical ways, or both.

If you think you have superpowers, you’re going to run into problems. If you’re doing it for fame and money, you’re going to run into problems. If you get caught up in a bunch of made-up conspiracy theories, you’re going to run into problems. If you think you’re literally the real-life equivalent of a grimdark antihero like Rorschach or Punisher, you’re going to run into problems. If you think the people in your community are helpless victims who need a superhero to come and rescue them, you’re going to run into problems.

If instead, you see yourself as an active member of your community, working in solidarity with your neighbors to ensure that everyone’s needs are met, then you’re probably on the right track.

What is the positive potential of the Real-Life Superhero movement?

The positive potential of the Real-Life Superhero movement is virtually limitless.

As it stands now, the RLSH movement is basically a niche volunteerism movement. People adopt superhero personas, go out into their communities, and meet the immediate needs of their neighbors in various ways.

If that’s all that the RLSH movement ever becomes, that’s still so much better than staying home and doing nothing to help your community. RLSH are out in their communities feeding people, handing out toiletries, de-escalating conflicts, cleaning up litter (and more hazardous items like discarded needles), and so on. Those are meaningful real-world achievements, and an impressive feat for a movement based on adopting superhero personas. We’re basically living out fun superhero stories that result in real-life material benefits for people in need in our communities. There’s a certain magic and beauty to that. We’ve taken the idea of superheroes, and in our own small way, we’ve made it real.

But I also see the potential for the RLSH movement to become something greater. The longer we do service work out in our communities, the more experience we’ll gain, and the more opportunities we’ll have to develop a deeper understanding of our communities and the problems that plague them.

What starts as an effort to feed the hungry may evolve into an effort to solve the local, regional, and national problems that lead to hunger. What starts as an effort to provide supplies and first aid to the homeless may evolve into an effort to solve the underlying problems of homelessness and lack of access to medical care.  What starts as an effort to do local clean-ups may lead to a greater concern for environmental justice and climate justice. What starts as an effort to stop street crime may evolve into an effort to address the underlying roots of street crime and challenge more white-collar and systemic crimes.

This is what I see as the aspirational work of Real-Life Superheroes. We may start by taking simple and straightforward actions to meet the unmet needs in our communities. But as that work continues and evolves, we may end up working in new, creative, and powerful ways for deeper change in the service of justice.

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How To Write a Superhero Story (Ultimate Guide + Examples)

Years spent weaving tales of heroes and villains in the shadows of my imagination have taught me one thing – crafting a superhero story is an art.

Here is a flyover summary of how to write a superhero story:

Write a superhero story by starting with a unique hero’s origin, crafting a compelling villain, building a supportive cast, and setting in a dynamic world. Balance action and character growth, and weave in real-world themes for depth.

There is still much more to know to get each detail of superhero story right. Let’s go!

What Is a Superhero Story?

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A superhero story transcends the mere depiction of characters with extraordinary powers.

It’s a saga that interweaves the struggles and triumphs of beings who, despite their superhuman capabilities, grapple with very human emotions and dilemmas.

These narratives often reflect our deepest desires for justice, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil.

At the heart of every superhero story is the timeless battle between good and evil.

It’s a timeless motif that has captivated humanity since the dawn of storytelling.

Yet, what sets these tales apart is their ability to inspire and uplift, showcasing how individuals can rise above adversity through courage, selflessness, and the strength of their convictions.

Types of Superhero Stories

Superhero stories can be as diverse as the universe they inhabit, each offering a unique lens through which to explore the human condition and the concept of heroism.

Here are a few types that stand out:

• Origin Tales: These stories delve into the genesis of the hero’s powers and their initial steps into heroism. They’re about transformation and the acceptance of a new identity.
• Epic Battles: Centered around monumental confrontations with villains or cataclysmic events, these stories test the hero’s limits and often have high stakes for the world or universe.
• Personal Journeys: Focusing on the inner struggles and growth of the hero, these narratives explore themes of identity, morality, and the burden of power.
• Team-Ups: Stories where heroes join forces to tackle threats no single hero could face alone, emphasizing themes of friendship, sacrifice, and unity.

Each type offers a different pathway to explore the essence of heroism, providing a rich tapestry of narratives that can captivate and engage audiences in myriad ways.

7 Key Elements of a Superhero Story

Crafting a superhero story involves more than just giving characters powers.

Rather, it’s about building a world and a narrative that’s compelling and emotionally resonant.

Here are seven critical elements to include:

1. The Hero

At the core of every superhero story is the hero—someone who, despite facing adversities, stands up for what’s right. Their character development is crucial, transforming from mere mortals into symbols of hope. For instance, Peter Parker’s transformation into Spider-Man emphasizes the weight of responsibility that comes with power.

2. The Villain

No hero can exist without a villain to challenge them. A well-crafted villain isn’t just an obstacle; they’re characters with motivations and backgrounds that explain their descent into darkness. Think of Magneto from X-Men, whose tragic past and complex motives blur the lines between hero and villain.

3. The Supporting Cast

Heroes rarely operate in a vacuum. A supporting cast of friends, mentors, or even rivals adds depth to the story, providing emotional support or additional challenges for the hero. Alfred Pennyworth’s role as Bruce Wayne’s confidant in Batman is a prime example.

4. The Setting

Whether it’s a bustling metropolis like Metropolis or a fictional universe, the setting plays a pivotal role in shaping the story. It’s not just a backdrop but an integral part of the narrative that influences the plot and the characters’ actions.

5. The Powers

Superpowers are a hallmark of superhero stories, but it’s the limitations and costs associated with these powers that make the narrative interesting. Superman’s vulnerability to Kryptonite adds a layer of suspense and vulnerability to his character.

6. The Conflict

Conflict is the engine of any story, driving the plot forward and forcing characters to grow. In superhero stories, this often takes the form of physical battles, moral dilemmas, or personal struggles, such as Tony Stark’s battle with his own demons in Iron Man.

7. The Theme

Themes in superhero stories often delve into larger societal issues, ethics, and the nature of power and responsibility. They encourage readers to reflect on their own moral compass and the impact of their actions on the world around them.

By weaving these elements together, you can create a superhero story that’s not only thrilling but also deeply meaningful and reflective of larger human truths.

Superhero Story Template

Creating a superhero story can be daunting, so here’s a basic template to help structure your narrative:

• Introduction: Establish the setting, introduce the protagonist in their ordinary world, and hint at their potential or upcoming change.
• Inciting Incident: Present the event that changes the protagonist’s world, thrusting them into a new reality or revealing their powers.
• Rising Action: Detail the hero’s first encounters with the villain, initial challenges, and the building of their team or acquiring of mentors.
• Climax: The hero faces off against the main antagonist in a battle that tests their limits and resolves the central conflict.
• Falling Action: Show the aftermath of the climax, how the hero and the world have changed, and tie up loose ends.
• Conclusion: Offer a glimpse into the hero’s new life, how they’ve grown, and set up potential future adventures.

You can consider this your Superhero Saga Scaffold, the foundation from which to erect your literary super-masterpiece.

13 Steps to Writing a Superhero Story that Readers Love

Now let’s break down the superhero story template (see above) into 13 specific and practical steps.

1. Genesis Spark

Before our hero can soar, they need a beginning—this is the Genesis Spark

It’s where we set the stage, introducing the world and the ordinary life of our protagonist. Here, the reader gets a glimpse of the status quo before everything changes.

This stage is crucial for establishing empathy and relatability.

Think of it as the calm before the storm, a snapshot of normalcy that’s about to be upended.

Whether it’s a bullied student, a disenchanted worker, or a restless noble, their current life sets the foundation for the transformative journey ahead.

2. Catalyst Comet

The Catalyst Comet is the moment that irrevocably changes the protagonist’s life, launching them onto their path of heroism.

It could be a freak accident, a hidden legacy revealed, or a deliberate choice in the face of crisis.

This step is about the inciting incident that endows them with powers, or makes the hero take up the mantle for justice.

It’s a dramatic, often unexpected event that thrusts the protagonist into a new, unfamiliar world.

The Catalyst Comet should be compelling and unique, leaving both the hero and the reader no choice but to plunge headfirst into the adventure.

3. Awakening Arc

In the Awakening Arc, our hero begins to understand and explore their new abilities or role.

This is a phase of trial and error, self-discovery, and often, secrecy.

It’s not just about mastering their powers but also about grappling with what it means to be a hero. This step is characterized by a mix of exhilaration and fear, as the protagonist navigates their dual life.

The Awakening Arc lays the foundation for the hero’s journey, highlighting their initial successes and failures.

It’s a personal journey that often involves mentorship, where the hero learns the limits and possibilities of their new existence.

4. Shadow’s Descent

Every hero needs a nemesis, and in the Shadow’s Descent, we introduce the antagonist in full force.

This villain isn’t just an obstacle; they’re a reflection of the hero’s darkest fears and a challenge to their ideals.

This step explores the villain’s motivations, origins, and plans, often mirroring the hero’s journey but with a twist towards darkness.

This is where the battle lines are drawn, setting up a personal and ideological conflict that will test the hero’s resolve, morality, and commitment to their cause.

5. Alliance Assembly

No hero stands alone, and in the Alliance Assembly, the protagonist begins to build their team.

This can include mentors, sidekicks, and allies, each bringing their own skills, wisdom, and sometimes, comic relief.

This step is about finding trust and camaraderie in others, learning to work as part of a team.

The formation of this alliance is crucial for the hero’s development, offering them support, advice, and additional resources in their fight against evil.

6. Trial by Fire

Trial by Fire is the hero’s first major test, a confrontation or challenge that pushes them to their limits.

This isn’t just about physical battles; it’s a test of character, revealing the hero’s resilience, ingenuity, and spirit.

This step often culminates in a temporary setback or loss, forcing the hero to confront their vulnerabilities and doubts.

It’s a pivotal moment that starkly highlights the gap between the hero’s current abilities and what they need to achieve to overcome their adversary.

7. Heart of Darkness

In the Heart of Darkness, the hero faces their lowest point.

This is a moment of profound doubt, loss, or failure, where all seems lost, and the hero’s mission feels futile

It’s a critical juncture that tests the hero’s will, making them question their path, their allies, and even their own worth.

This dark night of the soul is crucial for adding depth to the narrative, allowing for significant character development.

It’s here that the hero must confront their inner demons, often leading to a breakthrough or revelation that reignites their resolve.

8. Phoenix’s Rise

After the harrowing journey through the Heart of Darkness, the Phoenix’s Rise marks the hero’s resurgence from defeat with newfound strength, wisdom, and determination.

This step symbolizes the hero’s rebirth; they emerge from their trials with a clearer sense of purpose and a stronger will to fight.

It’s a powerful affirmation of resilience and the indomitable spirit of heroism.

The Phoenix’s Rise is often accompanied by a pivotal moment or realization that changes the course of the battle against evil.

9. Gathering Storm

With the hero reborn and their resolve strengthened, the Gathering Storm sets the stage for the final confrontation.

Tensions escalate as the villain’s plans reach fruition, threatening the world’s safety or the hero’s loved ones.

This step involves rallying allies, strategizing, and preparing for the inevitable clash. It’s a time of anticipation, where each move and decision carries weight, and the stakes are at their highest.

10. Epic Showdown

The Epic Showdown is the climactic battle between the hero and the villain, where all the narrative threads converge in a dramatic and decisive confrontation.

This is where the hero’s skills, allies, and inner strength are put to the ultimate test.

The showdown is not just a physical battle but a clash of ideals, showcasing the hero’s growth and their commitment to their cause.

It’s a moment filled with tension, action, and high stakes, designed to keep readers on the edge of their seats.

The outcome of the Epic Showdown defines the future of the story’s world and marks a significant transformation in the hero’s journey.

11. Aftershock

Following the Epic Showdown, the Aftershock deals with the aftermath of the confrontation.

This step explores the consequences of the battle, the losses endured, and the victories achieved.

It’s a time for reflection, healing, and rebuilding, both for the hero and the world they’ve fought to protect.

The Aftershock is crucial for showcasing the impact of the hero’s journey, allowing characters to process their experiences and the reader to see the lasting changes in the story’s universe.

It provides closure to the conflict while opening avenues for future stories, highlighting the ongoing nature of the fight against evil.

12. New Equilibrium

The New Equilibrium establishes the hero’s life after their victory, showcasing how the journey has changed them and their world.

This step is about resolution and moving forward, as the hero adapts to their new role and the changes around them.

It’s an opportunity to tie up loose ends, celebrate successes, and acknowledge the sacrifices made.

The New Equilibrium reflects the hero’s evolution, their acceptance of their identity, and their readiness to face future challenges.

13. Legacy’s Echo

Finally, Legacy’s Echo looks to the future, hinting at the lasting impact of the hero’s actions and the enduring legacy they’ve created.

This step plants seeds for potential sequels or spin-offs, suggesting new adventures and challenges on the horizon.

It’s a nod to the hero’s influence on others, inspiring a new generation of heroes or foreshadowing future conflicts.

Legacy’s Echo ensures the story concludes with a sense of continuity and the promise that while one chapter ends, the saga of heroism is eternal.

How to Write a Good Superhero Story

Writing a good superhero story goes beyond the initial setup — it involves sustaining interest, developing characters, and delivering a satisfying narrative arc.

Consider these strategies when leveling up your superhero story:

Hero’s Heartbeat Method

Ensure that your hero and supporting cast undergo significant growth throughout the story. Their victories should come with personal cost and introspection, leading to a deeper understanding of themselves and their role as a hero.

Emotion-Action Balance Beam

While action scenes are vital, they should be balanced with moments of emotional depth and character interaction. These quieter moments allow for character development and thematic exploration, making the action sequences more impactful.

Mirror of Reality Technique

Grounding your story in real-world themes can add layers of complexity and relatability. Whether it’s tackling social justice issues, exploring the concept of identity, or examining the effects of power, these themes can elevate your story beyond the typical good vs. evil narrative.

Subvert Expectations

Don’t be afraid to take risks by subverting traditional superhero tropes. This could involve unconventional powers, morally gray characters, or unexpected plot twists. Keeping readers guessing can add excitement and freshness to your story.

Villain’s Virtue Blueprint

A great superhero story needs an equally great villain. Develop a villain with clear motivations, compelling backstory, and personal stakes in conflict with the hero. This creates a more engaging and dynamic narrative.

Here is a video about how to write a superhero story:

How to Start a Superhero Story

Starting a superhero story is about capturing the reader’s interest from the get-go, setting the tone for the adventure that lies ahead.

Here are some tips and examples:

Action Ignition Sequence

Begin with a scene that showcases the hero’s powers or hints at the central conflict. This immediate action grabs the reader’s attention and sets the stage for the narrative. For instance, imagine a story that opens with the hero saving a city from an impending disaster. This not only highlights their abilities but also establishes the stakes early on.

Origin Odyssey Opening

Another compelling way to start is by delving into the hero’s origin story. This approach allows readers to connect with the character on a personal level, understanding the circumstances that led them to become a superhero. A classic example is the tale of Bruce Wayne witnessing his parents’ murder, which lays the foundational motivation for becoming Batman.

Slice of Life Lens

Sometimes, starting with a slice of life moment before the hero discovers their powers or faces their first major challenge can create a relatable connection. It showcases their normal world before the extraordinary enters. For example, Peter Parker’s life as a high school student before being bitten by a radioactive spider gives readers a baseline for his character’s growth.

Villain’s Prelude Peek

Introducing the villain or hinting at their existence can create anticipation and tension from the beginning. A story could open with a mysterious figure orchestrating events from the shadows, setting the hero’s journey in motion.

How to Write a Superhero Story for Kids

Writing a superhero story for kids involves a few unique considerations to ensure it’s engaging, understandable, and appropriate for the audience.

Here is a short Superhero Kid Story Workshop:

• Simplify the Plot: While the story can still have depth, ensure the plot is straightforward and easy for children to follow.
• Relatable Characters: Create characters that kids can see themselves in, dealing with issues like friendship, self-confidence, and facing fears.
• Educational Elements: Incorporate lessons or moral dilemmas that teach values such as kindness, perseverance, and the importance of teamwork.
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Eighty years after the first Superman comic, scholars are catching up to the importance, and to the popularity, of superheroes in comics and in other media. Recent monographs and edited collections examine racial politics, disabilities, other identities, and reception history across a range of decades and of superhero characters. Most of these worthy works remain within the limits of critique, judging the comics on how well they handle one or another theme; the result is a picture of superhero comics that cannot do justice to the genre. To them and to their like, the academic critics of the future might add—what vernacular comics critics already contribute—additional attention to what one or another character does best, to the transformative potential of even minor superhero work, and to how commercially produced superhero comics at their best handle narrative form.

One superhero symbol can work many ways, as Neal Curtis’s examination of Truth and other Captain America stories shows: Cap has repeatedly fought off right-wing doubles, alternatively costumed versions of himself who aspired to make America white again.

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Everyone has heroes in their lives ''' people they look up to, admire, and aspire to be like. Whether it's a celebrity, a family member, a teacher, or even a fictional character, heroes can come in all shapes and sizes. Writing an essay about your hero can be a great way to express your admiration and appreciation for them. If you're struggling to come up with a topic for your hero essay, here are 110 ideas and examples to help get you started:

• My Mom/Dad: The person who has always been there for me, no matter what.
• My Grandparent: A wise and loving figure in my life.
• My Sibling: The person I look up to and learn from every day.
• My Best Friend: The person who always has my back and lifts me up when I'm feeling down.
• My Teacher: The person who has inspired me to learn and grow.
• My Coach: The person who pushes me to be my best self.
• My Favorite Author: The person whose words have shaped my worldview.
• My Favorite Musician: The person whose music speaks to my soul.
• My Favorite Actor/Actress: The person whose performances have moved me.
• My Favorite Artist: The person whose art has touched my heart.
• My Favorite Athlete: The person whose dedication and skill inspire me.
• My Favorite Activist: The person who fights for what they believe in.
• My Favorite Historical Figure: The person whose legacy continues to impact the world.
• My Favorite Fictional Character: The person who embodies the qualities I strive for.
• My Role Model: The person who sets a positive example for me to follow.
• My Mentor: The person who guides me and helps me grow.
• My Hero from History: The person who changed the world for the better.
• My Hero from Literature: The character who has stayed with me long after I finished reading their story.
• My Hero from Film/TV: The character who has inspired me with their courage and strength.
• My Hero from Music: The musician whose lyrics have spoken to me in times of need.
• My Hero from Sports: The athlete who has shown me what it takes to succeed.
• My Hero from Science: The scientist who has made groundbreaking discoveries.
• My Hero from Politics: The leader who fights for justice and equality.
• My Hero from Art: The artist whose work has challenged and inspired me.
• My Hero from Business: The entrepreneur who has built a successful career while giving back to their community.
• My Hero from Technology: The innovator who has revolutionized the way we live and work.
• My Hero from Medicine: The doctor who has saved lives and improved healthcare for all.
• My Hero from Education: The teacher who goes above and beyond to help their students succeed.
• My Hero from Humanitarian Work: The volunteer who dedicates their time and resources to helping those in need.
• My Hero from Environmentalism: The activist who fights to protect our planet and its resources.
• My Hero from Social Justice: The advocate who works to create a more just and equitable society.
• My Hero from Animal Rights: The activist who fights to protect and care for animals.
• My Hero from LGBTQ+ Rights: The advocate who fights for the rights and equality of LGBTQ+ individuals.
• My Hero from Disability Rights: The advocate who fights for the rights and inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
• My Hero from Women's Rights: The advocate who fights for gender equality and women's empowerment.
• My Hero from Civil Rights: The activist who fights for racial equality and social justice.
• My Hero from Peace and Nonviolence: The advocate who works to promote peace and nonviolence in a world torn by conflict.
• My Hero from Community Service: The volunteer who dedicates their time and energy to improving their community.
• My Hero from Public Service: The leader who serves their country and community with integrity and dedication.
• My Hero from the Military: The service member who sacrifices their own safety to protect their country and its citizens.
• My Hero from Law Enforcement: The officer who puts their life on the line to keep their community safe.
• My Hero from Firefighting: The firefighter who bravely battles fires to save lives and property.
• My Hero from Emergency Medical Services: The paramedic who provides life-saving care in times of crisis.
• My Hero from Nursing: The nurse who provides compassionate care to patients in need.
• My Hero from Medicine: The doctor who saves lives and improves the health of their patients.
• My Hero from Mental Health: The therapist who helps individuals overcome their struggles and find healing.
• My Hero from Addiction Recovery: The counselor who supports individuals on their journey to sobriety.
• My Hero from Disability Services: The advocate who fights for the rights and inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
• My Hero from Homelessness Services: The social worker who helps individuals find housing and support.
• My Hero from Youth Services: The mentor who supports and guides young people in need.
• My Hero from Elderly Care: The caregiver who provides compassionate support to elderly individuals.
• My Hero from Animal Welfare: The activist who fights to protect and care for animals in need.
• My Hero from Environmentalism: The advocate who works to protect our planet and its resources.
• My Hero from Social Justice: The advocate who fights for equality and justice for all.
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Superheroes nowadays occupy a huge place in the media industry and are popular in most countries of the world. It is in comics, films, cartoons, books and TV series that you can immerse yourself in a huge world of characters endowed with superpowers and supernatural powers. Every child or teenager, of course, came across them and admired the intricate, vivid and rich stories.

Most likely, you have any superhero who shocked and inspired you. Therefore, writing an essay about a superhero will be an easy, fun and educational task for you. Also, in this article, you can find out how the superhero essay writing service can help you not only choose the best topic for you but also complete the task for you!

Which Superhero Are You?

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Probably, every person who at least once read a comic strip, or saw a movie about a superhero, in his heart dreams of being like him. Some want to be like Superman, and the first half want it because Superman is powerful, and the other half want to be as kind as he is, although they understand that he is ideal, and an ideal person does not exist. Others want to be Batman, and everyone just knows that he achieved this on his own, but when it comes to whether you are capable of losing all loved ones and any possible family, everyone immediately goes into real life.

When imagining themselves as a superhero, most people think primarily of the excellent side of such a diverse life. It would be very cool for me to have an apartment in the Avengers Tower or an LSA satellite, incredible superpowers, gratitude of the saved people, opponents scattering in different directions. But the life of a superhero is not only about this. I believe that being a full-fledged superhero means always being ready to risk your life and sometimes sacrifice it and sacrifice family, work, and much more. If I were like that, I would not be ultimately myself. And yet, I would probably like to be better, more honest and more patient than I am.

Of course, I have many positive traits that superheroes have. I am noble, charismatic, hardy, have the fastest run in school, and I am always ready to help. I believe that no one will just become a superhero, but when you have already lost everything, then obligations will force you to be either an avenger who will kill all offenders or, like Frank Castle, will fight crime forever. But there is another option, that you realize that you can make this world a better place, and you will. Although there are very few such people today.

If the fate of the hero falls to me, and if the life of my loved ones depends on it, when the bandit puts a gun to their head, then you can be sure that I will thrust a knife between his eyes. But this is a common instinct to protect loved ones and your own home. People are afraid to be heroes, it’s just that greed flourishes in every person, and people are too greedy to lose something, especially so dear to them.

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What Superpowers Would I Have?

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I am not a connoisseur of superhero comics, but I loved films from DC vs Marvel films as a child. Going to the cinema was a real treat, and then I spent a week or two daydreaming about what superpowers I would like to have and how I would use them. Therefore, when we were asked a boring task in high school, I turned to the paper writing service , gave this task to specialists, and discussed with my friends what superpowers I would like to have.

For example, I would use the superpower to fly and move very quickly in space for a tourist purpose and satisfy my curiosity! It’s so exciting and incredible. First of all, I will fly around the Earth, descending in Japan, New Zealand and Norway! And also, I would fly over the jungle, the pyramids of Cheops, and look down at Niagara Falls. I would like to get tremendous pleasure from the very process of the flight! It is like a mechanism for changing physical form and gravity by the power of thought. But for now, I can only fly in my sleep.

I would also very much like to travel in time! Look into the future and the past and find answers to many questions that humanity has been asking over the years. Many historians would like to see the decline of ancient civilizations and other historically significant periods. But we had to wait a long time before the invention of the time machine. With this ability, I could sense future danger and be the saviour of the whole earth, fighting dragons, sea monsters and other villains.

At an older age, I wanted to get the ability to telepathy and psychometry. I would leave in my head the knowledge of all languages, physics, psychotherapy and other sciences that can significantly improve a person’s life. Well, in the last 30 minutes, I would turn into the Hulk and walk in an amusement park, delighting kids and teenagers!

Top 10 Super Powers for Writing a Superhero Essay

Many modern films, games and TV series about superheroes and superhuman abilities open up huge scope for imagination. Each of us at least once in our life thought that it would be great to know what the other person is thinking. Or that it would be cool to fly to work. Some people dream of turning back time. Admit it, and such thoughts entered your head!

Ability to Imitate

No matter what many fans of comics and superhero movies have said, the ability to imitate is the most useful of superpowers. After all, with this, you can swim as fast as Michael Phelps, make films as fabulous as Steven Spielberg, and be as bright as Einstein.

Invisibility

With this ability, you could do anything and anywhere – no boundaries would hinder you. Most likely, every child dreamed of being invisible and doing interesting tasks. Everyone’s favourite Harry Potter is an example of such an opportunity. And yes, he can also be considered a superhero from the world of fantasy because his superpowers helped him overcome many difficulties, battles and obstacles. And invisibility is just one superpower.

Superhuman Strength

With superpowers, you could easily open banks, get cars out of the way, and even help people in floods, building collapses, and other disasters. Yes, you would be a real hero! Think of the Hulk and many other superheroes who had such superpowers and what they were capable of. Such a superpower endows its wearer with great potential and, in any case, helps him.

Gift to Heal

With this gift, you could deal with more than cuts and headaches. Diseases like cancer, AIDS, Alzheimer’s would disappear and never ruin the lives of many people. If you need to write an essay about this superpower, you can always contact the essay writer service .

Super Endurance

This superpower allows a person to do something for a long time without feeling tired. Imagine that you could easily run a marathon, clean the house, and do challenging physical activities all day.

Superintelligence

Superman, like Batman, has incredible mental powers. The first learn languages in a couple of hours, reads books in a second, solves math problems faster than a computer and remembers everything. The second also has an impeccable memory. His IQ reaches 192. He studies the exact sciences and owns spy tricks. He is subject to sabotage, the technique of hacking security systems and deductive thinking. Today memory and intelligence are the main advantages of a successful person.

Invincibility

Invulnerability is determined by resistance to a specific physical, mental or spiritual influence from the outside. If you had this ability, you would never be beaten by bullies. You would not suffer from depression or a broken heart. Let’s remember Tony Stark and his armour, which protected him from physical impact for a very long time. But his charismatic and selfish character also gave him the strength to withstand many moral difficulties. You, too, can learn from such people emotional resilience, and this power will come in handy!

Time Travel Ability

It is theoretically possible to travel forward in time using Einstein’s paradox when you move in a spaceship at speed close to the speed of light. Scientists have not yet come to a consensus about travel to the past as far as it is fundamentally possible. But, imagine if your streaming filler breaks again, and the TARDIS refuses to start? This would not be a problem if you could travel in time. Where would you go first?

Would you meet Dickens or meet yourself from the future? At first, it would have been difficult for people to make up their minds from such amazing opportunities. But not Marty and Doc from the hugely popular Back to the Future movie. I think a lot of people would like to be in their place.

Ability to Breathe Underwater

In many superhero essay from schoolchildren, you can find such a superpower. You could go diving without fear of suffocation, and underwater a fantastic world like Aquaman would be waiting for you! You would be able to independently cover long distances on land and in water without ships and submarines. And also, humanity could fully explore every ocean.

Teleportation.

A well-deserved special place is occupied by the dream of instantaneous movement from one point in space to another. She became famous for describing this idea in the Star Trek series. Science is currently dealing with this issue closely, and some results have already been achieved. Also, a striking example is the charismatic Doctor Strange and his ability to teleport. You can make good use of this character when writing a superhero essay.

Who Is Your Favorite Superhero and Why? Writing Superhero Essay

Have a look at how to write a who is your favourite superhero and why essay?

When my friends ask me who my favourite superhero is, I find it difficult to answer, since now there are many superheroes. All of them are very interesting, and films about them have remained in my memory for a long time. But from the very first glance, Batman became my favourite superhero. Of course, you can also remember this fantastic character and his bat logo.

After watching the movie, I was amazed by this character. Unlike other famous superheroes, he does not have superpowers, but he is very well physically prepared and possesses a strong intellect. He can also be considered a true detective. This superhero participates in high-profile political affairs and protects ordinary people from the elements, criminals and arbitrariness.

Why did he become like this? Unfortunately, his parents were killed by criminals as a child. But fortunately, this did not break him as a person. Since then, he decided to fight the bad guys, but despite such a severe trauma in childhood, he does not kill his sworn enemies but catches them and gives them over to the police.

I like Batman for his strength, nobility, quick wit and sense of justice. Batman is fluent in the techniques of various martial arts, which makes him invulnerable among mortals. This charming guy loves to demonstrate his strength in public, making villains tremble, and girls sigh with delight. I would like to be like him because our world lacks such people.

Who was the first superhero?

Superman became the first superhero in the comic book world, and even today, he is popular and beloved by the public.

Who is the most powerful superhero?

It is believed that Superman is the most powerful superhero, but also the Hulk can be on the same level of physical strength.

Who is the fastest superhero?

Of course, you can remember Flash and his incredibly high speed of movement.

Who was the first black superhero?

In the comics, the first to become a black superhero is Black Panther.

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Offer a framework for writing a personal essay about a hero figure in one’s life. This essay will guide readers through selecting a hero, whether a public figure, family member, or historical personality, and articulating their influence and inspirational qualities. It will include tips on narrative style, emotional connection, and personal growth insights. PapersOwl offers a variety of free essay examples on the topic of Hero.

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I remember growing up sitting on the couch watching superheroes on T.V. such as Spiderman, the Hulk, and my favorite, Batman. As a kid you were my superhero. You were the one who took care of any problem that I faced. You fought bad guys including injury and broken toys just like superheroes fought villains. To me, you were as smart as Tony Stark, as strong as the Hulk, and as daring as Spiderman.

Growing up, school taught me the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist.

I began to realize that a hero and a villain were relative terms to your beliefs. The line between good guys and bad guys began to blur. As I became a teenager, I had faced much adversity. Most of it on my own. I felt that if I could face them myself, I could be a hero like you. My independence caused me to develop interests and beliefs that have opposed your own. My impression of you being some divine, perfect person started to fade away. We started to argue more and our disagreements began to pile up so high they touched the clouds. We became hostile towards one another so much so that the rest of the family could notice. I did as every teen does and fought to be independent. I became disconnected from you and felt you were the enemy to my true self. The one I once idolized became the woman I vowed I would never become.

In December of sophomore year we had hit our lowest. We went to dinner to try and “fix” all of our problems. We were naive to believe they could be fixed in only one meal. I remember sitting there with our burgers, our favorite meals at “our” restaurant, being very hostile and aggressive towards one another. I spilled out my problems and in my time of complete exposure and openness, I only felt you becoming more offended by it all and you became defensive. At the end of the meal the tension was so thick not even superman’s heat vision could have broken it. You looked at me and said something I will never forget. You said: “so you’re good now right?” As if magically all of my problems had been fixed. I knew we were at our worst, but just replied “yes”. At that point I saw you as the Joker to my Batman. You no longer felt like my mother. You were just the villain.

Now college is fast approaching and I keep thinking, in about a year I won’t be here and we will be completely separated. This breaks my heart to think that this is reality. Soon I will be forced to be my independent self and won’t have to oppose you any longer. As years go by I wouldn’t want to visit. My family would be separated in two. I sit here now, writing this essay when I had a revelation. Our opposition isn’t what should be pushing us apart. In fact, our unique views are what make us unique and what make our relationship one of a kind. My hostility has disappeared. I only want to be close again. I miss our old relationship in which you and I saved the world together. I don’t see myself as the independent kid who sits in his room quietly doing homework. I see myself as the little kid getting ready to start a new journey. A journey that I am ready to tackle no matter how hard it may be because I know that at home my sidekick is always supporting me. My pajamas and hero costumes have turned into a graduation gown. My cartoons and comics have turned into textbooks and essays. With everything that’s changing, one thing remain

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What Makes a Person Heroic?

Characteristics of a hero.

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What makes a person heroic? Is there a hero gene, naturally giving someone the characteristics of a hero? According to one study, the answer might rest in the type of heroism we are addressing.

In a paper published in 2010, researchers reported that people who engaged in one-time acts of bravery (like rushing into a burning building or rescuing someone from the path of an oncoming train) are not necessarily that much different from control groups of non-heroes.

By contrast, people who engage in lifelong heroism (such as professional nurses who regularly comfort the sick and dying) do share a number of important personality traits such as empathy , nurturance, and a need to live by a moral code.

Definitions of Heroism

The scientific study of heroism is a relatively recent topic of interest within the field of psychology.

Researchers have offered different definitions of exactly what makes a hero, but most suggest that heroism involves prosocial, altruistic actions that involve an element of personal risk or sacrifice. 

Researchers Franco, Blau, and Zimbardo define heroism as someone who:

• Acts voluntarily for the service of others who are in need, whether it is for an individual, a group, or a community
• Performs actions without any expectation of reward or external gain
• Recognizes and accepts the potential risk or sacrifice made by taking heroic actions

Researchers do not necessarily agree about the central characteristics that make up heroism. One study published in 2015 in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology suggested that heroes have 12 central traits, which are:

• Determination
• Inspirational
• Moral integrity
• Self-sacrifice
• Selflessness

The psychology of heroism might not be well understood, but many experts do believe that it is possible for people to learn to be heroes . The following are just a few of the major characteristics that researchers have ascribed to heroes.

Concern for the Well-Being of Others

According to researchers, empathy, and compassion for others are key variables that contribute to heroic behavior. People who rush in to help others in the face of danger and adversity do so because they genuinely care about the safety and well-being of other people. They cannot bear to see someone suffering and are compelled to take action.

One study published in 2009 found that people who have heroic tendencies also have a much higher degree of empathy.  

People who engage in acts of heroism have concern and care for the people around them and they are able to feel what those in need of help are feeling.

Understanding Other Perspectives

Researchers suggest that heroes aren't just compassionate and caring; they have a knack for being able to see things from the perspective of others. They can "walk a mile in another man's shoes," so to speak.

When they encounter a situation where an individual is in need, they are immediately able to see themselves in that same situation and see what needs to be done to help.

Heroes Have Useful Skills and Strengths

Clearly, having the training or physical ability to deal with a crisis can also play a major role in whether or not people become heroes.

In situations where would-be rescuers lack the know-how or sheer physical strength to make a difference, people are less likely to help or are more likely to find less direct ways to take action. And in many cases, this approach is probably best; after all, people senselessly rushing into a dangerous situation can pose even more difficulties for rescue workers.

People who are trained and capable, such as those with first aid training and experience, are more ready and able to step up when their skills are needed.

Heroes Have a Strong Moral Compass

According to heroism researchers Philip Zimbardo and Zeno Franco, heroes have two essential qualities that set them apart from non-heroes: they live by their values and they are willing to endure personal risk to protect those values.

Moral reasoning at the highest levels incorporates principles of justice, equality, and honor. The heroic mindset upholds the sanctity of human life above material desires and personal needs. All heroic decisions must consider the potential outcomes and choose the pathway that will serve the greater good of humanity.

Their values and personal beliefs give them the courage and resolve to endure risk and even danger in order to adhere to those principles.

Heroes Are Competent and Confident

It takes both skill and self-confidence to rush into places others fear to tread. Researchers suggest that people who perform heroic acts tend to feel confident in themselves and their abilities.

When faced with a crisis , they have an intrinsic belief that they are capable of handling the challenge and achieving success no matter what the odds are. Part of this confidence might stem from above-average coping skills and abilities to manage stress.

Heroes Are More Optimistic

A person who rushes into a burning building to save another person is not just extraordinarily brave; he or she also possesses an ability to overcome fear. Researchers suggest that heroic individuals are positive thinkers by nature, which contributes to their ability to look past the immediate danger of a situation and see a more optimistic outcome.

In one 2010 study, researchers found that people identified as heroes were more likely to put a positive spin on negative events.  

When faced with a potentially life-threatening illness, people with heroic tendencies might focus on the good that might come from the situation such as a renewed appreciation for life or an increased closeness with loved ones.

Heroes Have a Higher Tolerance for Risk

In many cases, these individuals may also have a lower experience of fear and a higher tolerance for risk. Plenty of caring and kind people might shrink back in the face of danger. Those who do leap into action are typically more likely to take greater risks in multiple aspects of their lives.

Persistence is another quality commonly shared by heroes. They are often more patient and will keep working on their goals, even after multiple setbacks.

The decision to act heroically is a choice that many of us will be called upon to make at some point in time. By conceiving of heroism as a universal attribute of human nature, not as a rare feature of the few 'heroic elect,' heroism becomes something that seems in the range of possibilities for every person, perhaps inspiring more of us to answer that call.

A Word From Verywell

Researchers have found that in a lot of ways, heroes are not all that different from most people. However, there are a number of skills you can build that can boost your hero characteristics.

Building empathy, becoming competent and skilled, and being persistent in the face of obstacles are all abilities you can work on over time. By doing so, you can improve your ability to help others and come through in times of need.

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By Kendra Cherry, MSEd Kendra Cherry, MS, is a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist, psychology educator, and author of the "Everything Psychology Book."

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How to Become a Real Life Superhero

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This article was reviewed by Seth Hall . Seth T. Hall (ICF ACC, CLC, and MNLP) is a Certified Life Coach and Founder of Transformational Solutions, a Los Angeles-based life-coaching company that helps people achieve their toughest goals, find their own voice, and think outside the box. He has been a life coach for over 10 years, specializing in personal development, relationships, career and finance, and wellness. He has helped his clients break the negative cycles in their lives and replace them with a positive, proactive mindset. Seth believes that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and rewarding life, and works passionately to help them reach their full potential. With a deep understanding of how our minds work and the power of positive thinking, he encourages his clients to find their unique paths in life and find success on their own terms. He is a certified master practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a featured co-author for WikiHow, and co-author of "The Mountain Method”, “The Happy Tiger”, and “The V.I.S.I.O.N.S. Program”. There are 14 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 840,036 times.

The world is a dangerous place and sometimes there's a need for superheroes. Regrettably, there's no real way to gain super strength or to fly like in the comic books. However, that doesn't mean that someone can't become a real-life superhero. Across the world, regular people are donning costumes and creating personas to prevent crime and help their communities. Becoming a real-life superhero isn't easy, and you should consider the risks and effort that come with it. Before you can walk the streets protecting others, you need to create a persona and be physically and mentally prepared for the task.

Creating Your Persona

• To prevent people from being scared of you, an outgoing and positive attitude may be best.
• Try to motivate others to live a better life.

• Be careful not to try to stop crimes completely by yourself, or you may be labeled as a vigilante to authorities.
• Always try to talk to the criminal before taking physical action.

• Light Step is a hero that helps people with common problems like fixing a flat tire or providing socks and gloves to the homeless.
• Bike Batman is a guy in Seattle that prevents people from stealing other people's bikes.

• Draw inspiration for your name from things that you've experienced in your life or things that you admire in comic book heroes that you've read about. Try to keep your name on the shorter side and make sure that it's memorable and easy to pronounce.
• Real life superhero names include Captain Ozone, Mr. Xtreme, Master Legend, and Nyx.
• If you're not sure how to create a costume read Make a Superhero Costume .
• Pheonix Jones wears a yellow and black mask with a Kevlar vest while he patrols the streets of Seattle, Washington. [2] X Research source

Fighting Crime and Improving People's Lives

• Be aware that everyone is different and that someone's intention may not necessarily be nefarious.
• Read people's non-verbal cues, and get a good understanding of what someone looks like when they are upset, nervous, or angry.

• It's best to sit back and wait for the cops to provide backup instead of taking criminals head on.
• The Guardian Shield has been patrolling neighborhoods in Beaverton, Oregon.
• Know the law. Just because something feels wrong in your opinion does not mean that it is necessarily a crime. Understand laws regarding the actions of citizens and against crime. It is essential to avoid breaking the law yourself. [4] X Research source

• There's a good chance that your community will be more accepting if you actively give to charity or donate your time as a volunteer.
• Zac Mihajlovic worked for the Make a Wish Foundation and visited young children that were terminally ill. [5] X Research source

• Examples of doing a good deed can include giving people directions or helping the elderly across the street.
• Be open and receptive. Keep an eye out for anyone in distress.

• For instance, if you see a bunch of kids illegally smoking cigarettes, you could try to talk to them instead of calling the authorities or turning a blind eye. Try to be productive as you help people, not disruptive or violent.

• Practice things like meditation, yoga, tai chi, and deep breathing to reduce your stress. [8] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source
• If you feel overwhelmed or obsessed over being a real-life superhero, consider seeing a therapist or psychologist to discuss your thoughts.

Getting in Superhero Shape

• Exercises that can increase your strength include the deadlift, leg press, bench press, squats, and pushups. [9] X Research source
• Working out three days a week and giving yourself rest in between will help build your strength. [10] X Research source

• Work on your cardio at least three times a week.
• Change the exercises you do so you don't get bored.
• You can combine strength and cardio training when you work out.
• Remember to stay hydrated if you are patrolling the neighborhood.

• Some popular self-defense martial arts include, Krav Maga, Sambo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. [12] X Research source

• Use whole grain options when eating starchy carbohydrates. [13] X Trustworthy Source National Health Service (UK) Public healthcare system of the UK Go to source
• The average man should eat 2,700 calories per day and the average woman should eat 2,200 calories per day. [14] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source

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Tips from our Readers

• "A utility belt is a good option for holding all of your gadgets. Most heroes or heroines without super powers have these kind of belts." - Bo G.
• "Foil the baddies in secret if possible. That way it will cause confusion amongst thieves and murderers. It also means less paparazzi." - Donna Q.
• "Check to make sure your surroundings are safe before you try to save someone. " - Kyle B.
• "Be fast on your feet and don't break laws." - Nadine L.
• Some criminals will have no qualms harming you, so be very careful what crimes you deal with. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
• Do not break any laws. Being a superhero doesn't mean you are above the law, and you aren't likely to get much public support just for claiming you are a superhero. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
• Always report crimes to the proper authorities. Becoming involved in a crime could get you in trouble. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0

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To become a real-life superhero, try to always act with honor and integrity by doing the right thing, even when you don't want to, and setting a good example for others. Also, help your local community by reporting any crimes you witness, volunteering with local charities, and standing up for people when they're being treated unfairly. You can even come up with a superhero name and costume if you don't want people to discover your true identity. For tips on working out and getting into superhero shape, scroll down! Did this summary help you? Yes No

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Exclusive: Chatri Sityodtong on Showcasing "Real-Life Superheroes" at ONE 168

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ONE Championship returns to the United States this Friday (September 6) for ONE 168 at Ball Arena in Denver, CO, and ahead of the event MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré spoke to the promotion’s founder and CEO Chatri Sityodtong.

A Huge Muay Thai Main Event In Denver

Combat sports fans around the world tune into ONE Championship events knowing they’ll get to witness high-level fighters competing across a variety of disciplines.

The United States may not be a traditional market for Muay Thai, but Sityodtong knows that the Denver fans will appreciate seeing an incredible ONE 168 headliner between defending champion Jonathan Haggerty and Superlek.

“I think American fans always appreciate something new and fresh and exciting. And of course, they appreciate the best in the world. So that’s what you have in Haggerty and Superlek. And I think it’s gonna shock and surprise and delight American fans, because - quite frankly, they’ve never seen elite striking at this level before. Two strikers who are just the absolute, very best on the planet at what they do.”

“We do believe at ONE that we offer something completely different than what exists in the combat sports space. We are the world’s largest martial arts organization. The UFC is the world’s largest MMA organization. We showcase the very best on the planet across grappling and striking, Muay Thai, kickboxing and MMA. Like I said, the Olympics of martial arts. Whereas UFC focuses on MMA…In terms of DNA and ethos, I think we’re also 180 degrees apart, opposite of each other. UFC is out selling pay-per-views and controversy, and anger and hatred and beef. We unleash real-life superheroes by telling their stories, and hopefully inspiring our fans around the world. And let their actions, their knockouts, their finish rates, speak for themselves.”

Exclusive: Jonathan Haggerty Talks MMA Debut, Expects "Fireworks" at ONE 168

"That's The Beautiful Thing About Our Platform"

ONE Championship’s wide range of combat sports offerings has allowed a number of athletes to test themselves in different disciplines, and the promotion currently boasts several multi-sport champions.

ONE 168 includes decorated MMA fighter and former ONE title challenger John Lineker competing in Muay Thai for the first time against Asa Ten Pow, and Sityodtong welcomes the interest so many fighters have in pursuing crossover matchups.

“Some fighters we say ‘Man, that guy would be amazing in Muay Thai.’ Or ‘That guy would be amazing in a mixed rules fight.’ Like when he did Nieky Holzken vs. [Yoshihiro] Akiyama, that was a very intriguing matchup for Tokyo. But sometimes the athletes come to us and say ‘Hey, we wanna do something crazy now. And that’s the beautiful thing about our platform, right? Not only is it the biggest platform in the world for martial arts, but it’s diverse. So that if you’re a martial artist, you can say ‘Hey, I wanna try grappling.’ You’re not pigeonholed into only one discipline…And I think that’s something martial artists enjoy, our martial artists enjoy. Like Kade [Ruotolo] – I don’t think he’ll ever stop grappling, I think his dream is to be a two-sport world champion, one grappling and one in MMA.”

Sityodtong loves providing fans with huge crossover fights and champion vs. champion matchups, but he also understands that it's important to keep divisions moving and not let champions with multiple belts hold things up for too long.

“It’s exciting for the fans whenever one world champion can cross over to another sport and become a world champion. Fans love it. But at the same time, it does create a logjam sometimes...We’re trying to find that balance as well, because at the same time we want to put on fights that fans love, fans wanna watch, right? And fans do love those crossovers, or those super fights, or those mixed-rules fights. We’re here to entertain the fans, but at the same time obviously the divisional rankings matter. So it’s finding a fine balance. We’re always trying to surprise and delight our fans – something different, something new, something unexpected.”

"Plenty Of Space For Both ONE And UFC To Succeed"

ONE Championship will return to the United States in November for another massive show when ONE 169 takes place in Atlanta, GA, and with two huge U.S. events taking place at the end of 2024 there’s already been plenty of discussion around the promotion’s travel plans for next year.

“I think for sure we plan to continue pressing forward in the U.S. market. We just have so much on our plate all over the world. I do want to go to the UK, I do want to go to Brazil. There’s just so many markets, you know? Obviously, we do want to increase our footprint in the Middle East. Combat sports right now, it is the best time to be alive right now as a fan, as an athlete, as a business leader. There’s just so much to do – and the world is truly so wide open that I think there’s just plenty of space for both ONE and UFC to succeed.”

The Changing Landscape Of Live Sports

A 2022 streaming rights deal with Amazon Prime helped usher in ONE Championship’s big push into the U.S. market, and the promotion hit the ground running with a huge first event on Prime Video that featured a rematch between Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson and Adriano Moraes.

More streaming giants have starting to acquire live sports content in the years since then, and there are all kinds rumors swirling around regarding where the UFC might end up when its current deal with ESPN ends.

“What you’re seeing is the streaming giants are winning, that’s where all the consumers are at. But at the same time, there’s enough streaming giants to make it competitive. They have to compete for content to make sure that their consumers and subscribers stay with them, right? So it’s a battle for content, and combat sports is – it’s no secret, is one of the most exciting forms of content, full stop. Of any genre. And one of the most attractive in terms of keeping subs, attracting subs – it’s a natural extension for what’s happening around the world. Just look at your own habits, right? Or anyone’s. When was the last time you turned on TV to watch TV? You turn on Netflix, you turn on Amazon Prime…You’re very particular. You’ll surf kind of like what you wanna watch and then you’ll click on it – on demand, there it is.”

Exclusive: Rich Franklin on Muay Thai, Adrian Lee, "Dark Horse" Fight at ONE 168

"He's Gonna Do Some Incredible Things In ONE"

One of the most exciting storylines heading into ONE 168 is the return of Adrian Lee, who made his professional debut earlier this year at ONE 167 and won by second-round submission.

“The Phenom” already appears poised for stardom, but Sityodtong doesn’t feel any need to rush the development of the youngest member of the Lee family.

“Obviously the Lee family is definitely one of the royal families of the sport of mixed martial arts. According to the insiders in the family, Adrian is the best of all the siblings. Angela, Christian, Victoria, and Adrian. But at the same time, we’ve taken it very slow with Adrian. We don’t want the pressure to get to him…I can’t imagine being 17 years old, 18 years old, and having that level of pressure where my oldest sibling is a world champion, my second oldest is a world champion. I’m competing in the world’s largest martial arts organization, all eyes are on me. It’s a lot to deal with. And he’s being given very tough opponents out the gate, opponents who have more experience than he does. It’s amazing what Adrian’s been able to do so far – obviously just one fight only, his debut last time. But I do think he’s gonna do some incredible things in ONE.”

"This Card Is Gonna Trend All Over The World"

With so many exciting fights to choose from at ONE 168, Sityodtong pointed to the headlining title bout and Liam Harrison’s return against Seksan as a pair of Muay Thai matchups that will bring the Denver crowd to their feet during what should be an incredible night of action.

“I think the most exciting fight is probably gonna be Superlek and Haggerty, or Liam Harrison and Seksan. People don’t realize – Liam Harrison and Seksan, you know Seksan’s had a little over 400, or almost 400 professional fights. In Thailand, he has the longest ring name I’ve ever seen. Most people will have John “The Flash” Smith”. His is literally Seksan “The Man Who Yields To No One”. Because he just moves forward, and so they’re in for a treat. He’s a killer, and so is Liam. And there’s a big question mark with Liam. When I look at Liam hit pads, he’s still fast and strong and explosive and his technique is beautiful. But I think it’s mental, because he just had stem cell treatment in his legs and his shoulders, and his knee was busted obviously from the Nong-O fight…I guarantee that this card is gonna trend all over the world, it just has the makings of that kind of card.”

Exclusive: Liam Harrison Promises "Ridiculous Fight" in Return at ONE 168

ONE 168 is set to to take place at Ball Arena in Denver, CO on Friday, September 6. The event will be available on Prime Video for fans in the United States and Canada, while viewers in the UK can catch all of the action on Sky Sports.

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