I’m not here to say whether or not Dc/Marvel comics were inspired by or straight up copied each other. I love both Dc and Marvel, so I wanted to take a closer look at their characters. I’m simply stating facts, stating the date these characters first appeared, showing similarities and telling you the differences between characters that seem to be “counterparts” of each other. After that, you can decide if it’s just a coincidence, or copied and paste work, or that some share a few quirks but are independent or if the similarities are grasping at straws and the characters are unique enough on their own.

1. Marvel’s Iron Man (1963’s Origin of Suspense #39)/ DC’s Batman (1939’s Detective Comics #27)

Iron Man and Batman might look different appearance wise, but look deeper and you can see that their personalities intertwine. For instance, both men suffered the tragic loss of their parents. Stark Industries and Wayne Enterprise are also billion dollar corporations that fund their superhero interests. Both men express great intellectual abilities and use said expertise to create suits/weapons/machines. Their martial arts/combat capacity make up for their lack of superhuman powers. They also both exhibit an “I know what’s best" attitude. The main difference between the two is that no one knows Batman’s secret identity while everyone knows that Tony Stark is Iron Man. Another minor difference is that Ironman focuses his efforts into saving the world while Batman’s main focus (other than his adventures with the JLA) is Gotham.

2. Marvel’s Spider-Man (1962’s Amazing Fantasy #15)/ DC’s Nightwing (1940’S Detective Comics #38)

While Spider-Man (Peter Parker) and Nightwing (Dick Grayson) might not seem like two sides of the same coin,they have more resemblances than what meets the eye. Witty and smart, both men started their heroic adventures young. They also share the same goal, to become a part of something bigger (Avengers/Justice League) instead of just a small town hero. Both men also found themselves being mentored by “greater” heroes (Iron Man/Batman). Both of them are also orphans as Bruce adopted Dick Grayson and Peter was taken in by his Aunt May and Uncle Ben. The main difference between the two would be the fact that while Nightwing is very capable, he lacks super abilities but Spiderman gained spidey-skills via radioactive spider bite.

3. Marvel’s Ant-Man (1962's Tales to Astonish #27)/ DC’s The Atom (1961’s Showcase #34)

Ant-Man (Henry Pym) and The Atom (Ray Palmer) both created a suit that allows them to miniaturize and use their force to have enhanced strength. Both men, without the suit, lack any superhuman abilities. The second Ant-Man, Scott Lang and Ray Palmer share similar personal traits. They are both are kind, driven, intellectual and movie/TV wise, they are both cinnamon rolls. (Yes, I used a meme, just don’t pretend that you don’t know what it means). The main difference between the two is that the Ant-Man suit also allows for growth into “Giant-Man” while Palmer’s tech hasn’t shown that ability. Another difference is that while Henry created the Pym particles, Palmer’s technology was due to
him finding a white dwarf star.

4. Marvel’s Deadpool (1990’s New Mutants #98) / DC’s Deathstroke (1980’s New Teen Titans #2)

Deathstroke (Slade Wilson) and Deadpool (Wade Wilson) have more in common than just their name and their striking appearance. For instance, both of the men are master swordsman and marksman. However, while Deathstroke has accelerated healing abilities, Deadpool’s healing factor is regenerative. Nonetheless, they both have healing powers. The main differences between the two would be the notion that while Slade is a villain, Wade leans towards a more anti-hero nature. Slade is also more serious, while Wade is comedic and often breaks the fourth wall.

5. Marvel’s Hawkeye (1964’s Tales of Suspense #57) / DC’s Green Arrow (1941’s More Fun Comics #73)

While Green Arrow (Oliver Queen) and Hawkeye (Clint Barton) stem from different backgrounds, their place in the hero world is identical. Both men are marksmen, masters in martial arts and archery, often using trick arrows. They also use their weapon of choice (bow and arrow) to keep up with the big boys, wasin Avengers and Justice League respectively, despite lacking superhuman abilities. Both men died at the hand of an explosion werere surrected as a result of their teammates (Clint’s teammate Scarlet Witch/Oliver’s teammate Green Lantern) altering reality. The biggest difference between the two would be their background, as Oliver came from wealth, which affected his personality as he can be egoistical at times. Whereas Clint came from a broken home and after sometime, ran away to the circus.

6. Marvel’s Quicksilver (1964’s X-Men #4) / DC’s The Flash (1940’s Flash Comics #1)

Quicksilver (Pietro Maximoff) and The Flash (Barry Allen) both share similar abilities. For instance, they both have superhuman speed, strength, durability, stamina, agility, and reflexes that allow for phasing through solid objects, accelerated metabolism, and quick/enhanced intelligence. They have also been known to tangle heroism with familial relations especially their twins. For instance, Pietro’s father Magneto wanted his son to follow him into the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and his twin sister Scarlet Witch struggled between heroism and villainy. Barry’s secret twin Cobalt Blue developed a hatred for him and vows to steal Barry’s and Barry’s nephew Kid Flash’s speed. The main difference between the two speedsters is the formation of their powers, as Barry received his abilities via being struck by lightning while Pietro was born a mutant (Altough, some speculate that his abilities were gained via experimentation from a secret organization). Another difference is that while Quicksilver is said to have run “faster than light”, Flash is a speed force generator which allowed him to gain speed, time travel,, use flight, and have electrokinesis.

7. Marvel’s Black Cat (1979’s The Amazing Spider-Man #194) / DC’s Catwoman (1940’s Batman #1)

Black spandex aside, both Black Cat (Felicia Hardy) and Catwoman (Selina Kyle) share some striking similarities. But I know what you’re thinking? That Marvel’s Black Widow also shares resemblance due to her signature black skintight suit. However, both of these fierce women have an association with felines and burglar tendencies. Black Cat and Catwoman also fall in love or into lustful relations with heroes of their city, Spider-Man and Batman respectively. In addition, while Catwoman leans towards the more villainous side, both anti-heroes battle between heroism and crime. The main difference between the two is that while both Felicia and Selina started out as normal human beings with gymnastic/acrobatic abilities, martial arts skills and whips as weapons of choice, that was soon was not the case. Felicia or Black Cat developed powers via another supervillian, which included a “bad luck” power and retractable claws. Note that Catwoman also has claws but they retract due to her gloves/boots, not her hands/feet.

8. Marvel’s Colossus (1975’s Giant-Size X-Men #1) / DC’s Citizen Steel (1978’s Steel, the Indestructible Man #1)

Colossus (Piotr “Peter” Rasputin) and Citizen Steel (Nathaniel Heywood) share some physical similarities to each other. Both men have an organic steel form, superhuman strength and durability. Peter has been known to transform into his steel form at will. Nathaniel, however, has a suit (reminiscent of Captain America) or second skin, used to regulate his strength. (However, in the DC TV show, Citizen Steel is seen transforming into steel at will just as Colossus. However, the suit is still also present.) Both men also are given a codename by a hero (Professor X/Power Girl) and join their cause (X-men/Justice Society of America). The main difference between the two is while Peter was born with his power (in his genetics since birth, but developed when he was 13); Nathaniel gained his powers via exposure of the villain Reichsmark’s blood.

9. Marvel’s Mr. Fantastic (1961’s Fantastic Four #1) / DC’s Plastic Man (1941’s Police Comics #1)/ DC’s Elongated Man (1960’s The Flash #112)

Mr. Fantastic (Reed Richards), Elongated Man (Ralph Dibney) and even Plastic Man (Patrick O’Brian) share the same powers, but Reed and Ralph are closer in similarities. For instance, all of them share the plasticity or elasticity of their body. However, Reed and Ralph have been shown to use their malleable to disguise themselves (by shifiting their face) and shaping flesh like their hands into weapons via changing the density of their limbs. Reed and Patrick, however, have been known to be durable, and can withstand blasts. However, Patrick is the only man to have rubber organs (which he moves around in his body when hit), have superhuman strength, regenerate, and be immortal. Ralph and Patrick share the same personality, being seen as comic relief and showoff-ish while Mr. Fantastic is more stoic and focuses on his intelligence. However, Reed and Ralph’s life paths are similar as they both marry Sue (Reed marries Sue Storm and Ralph marries Sue Dearbon) and become rich and famous. Additionally, despite them all getting their abilities in different ways, they all received their powers after an altercation rather than be born with them. A major difference, however, is that Ralph has to drink Gingold for his powers. Another limitation exists within Patrick, as he can to transforming into objects (just like Reed Richards) but they will always be red and yellow like his costume.

10. Marvel’s Scarlet Witch (1964’s X-Men #4) / DC’s Zatanna (1964’s Hawkman #4)

Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff) and Zatanna Zatara both have powers that resemble each other, their powers stem from magic or warping reality. Both women have elemental control (generate and influence fire/water/rock/earth), alter reality, telepathy, telekinesis, teleportation etc. However, while Wanda has knowledge about combat and sorcery, Zatanna is an illusionist, expert at hand-to-hand combat and can astral project. However, Zatanna must speak/read to perform her spells while most of Scarlet Witch’s hexes are non-verbal. (Fun Fact: Both Zatanna and Scarlet Witch are vegetarian) They both also have fathers with abilities that might rival their own. John Zatara shares the same abilities as Zatanna and Wanda’s father Magneto can control metals and has magnetic manipulation. Scarlet Witch is also known as the “Queen of Chaos” and Zatanna’s nickname includes “Princess of Prestidigitation”. The major difference between the two is that Zatanna has always fought for good but Wanda struggles between justice and crime.

11. Marvel’s Wasp (1963’s Tales to Astonish #44) / DC’s Bumblebee (1976’s Teen Titans #45)

As you could probably tell from the picture, these powerful woman are quite similar as they both focus on insects. Wasp (Janet Van Dyne) and Bumblebee (Karen Beecher) have similar powers, including stinging effects, flight, strength and a cybernetic helmet that allows for more abilities. They also have both had their bodies altered as a result of exposure to weaponry. After being hit with a Zeta Beam ray, Karen’s body mass was transferred to another teammate and she became six inches tall. Janet’s exposure to Pym particles allowed her to reduce her size and shoot “wasp” stings without her suit, (which she previously needed). Their major differences between these two would include Janet’s ability to grow as well as shrink and her control over insects. Karen also originally created the costume to make her then Teen Titan boyfriend, Mal Duncan, look good by attacking the Teen Titans. Additionally but probably not important, Karen BEEcher also has a pun in her name.

12. Marvel’s Namor (1939’s Motion Picture Funnies Weekly #1) / DC’s Aquaman (1941’s More Fun Comics #73)

Namor and Aquaman (Arthur Curry) have a lot in common. They both are half human and half Atlantean, with Arthur’s origin shifting into making his birth more mystical and then shifting back. As sons of royalty on their mother’s side, both men became rulers of Atlantis. They both were founding members in a crime fighting organization (Defenders and Justice League respectively). Namor and Arthur also have the same weapon of choice, both using a second copy of Neptune/Poseidon’s Trident. They also share similar powers and weaknesses. Both men posses the ability of enhanced strength, speed, and stamina, along with aquatic vision and the power to breathe underwater, and aquatic telepathy. They also have a water deficiency so that prolonged duration on land (without ocean contact) will cause oxygen imbalances and dehydration (weakened).However, their major (and seemingly only) difference is that Namor’s adaption to deep-water conditions isn’t just a symptom of being half-Atlantean, he is also the first mutant (publication wise, not the oldest in the Xmen timeline).

13. Marvel’s Mystique (1978’s Ms. Marvel) / DC’s Martin Manhunter (1955’s Detective Comics #99)

Mystique (Raven Darkholme) and Martian Manhunter (J’onn J’onzz/John Jones) possess the ability to speak multiple languages, have delayed aging, strong intellect, enhanced senses and metamorphic abilities that allow them to hide their different abnormalities (natural blue/green skin). However, while Raven has psychic defense, toxin resistance, and expert marksman, J’onn has many more abilities. J’onn has telepathy, telekinesis, superhuman speed, invisibility etc. They do, however, share a hatred for their appearance, often longing to be accepted by humans but aware that ignorance would never allow it.The major difference between the two (gender aside) is that while Mystique tends to be on the side of criminals, Martin Manhunter fights for justice. Additionally, Martin Manhunter is an alien (last survivor of Mars), while Mystique is simply a mutant.

14. Marvel’s Thor (1962’s Journey into Mystery #83) / DC’s Orion (1971’s New Gods #1)

Thor, son of Odin, All-Father to Asgardians and Orion, son of Darkseid, Lord of Apokolips, are both from a species acknowledged as gods. Thor’s Asgardian/Elder God biology and Orion’s New Gods physiology allow for them to share similar abilities. Both men have super strength, super stamina, durability, and enhanced healing factor (invulnerability). However, while Orion has immortality, Thor does age but at a slow enough rate that it seems like he is immortal. They both have weaknesses that stem more from sanity, as Thor can fall into “Warriors’ Madness” just as Orion can fall victim to his “Berserker Rage”. The main difference between the two is that while Orion uses the power of the mother-box, Thor has been known to use a variety of weapons that hold their own power. These weapons include the belt of strength, Meginingjord, the battle-axe, Jarnbjorn, and his iconic war-hammer, Mjolnir that holds countless abilities.

15. Marvel’s Carnage (1991’s Amazing Spider-Man #344 and 1992’s #361) / DC’s Joker (1940’s Batman #1)

Crazed serial killers, Carnage (Cletus Kasady) and Joker seem like polar opposites, but they actually do have things in common. Both of these insane villains take pleasure in torture, and like grasping the attention of their sworn enemies (Spider-man/Batman). Both maniacs have been said to be unpredictable, killing anyone with no motive, they also have very high kill counts. They share the same personality traits, being malicious, and they share similar creepy smiles. The main difference between the two would be the fact that while Kasady gained many abilities by bonding with an alien symbiote, Joker abilities of toxin/pain resistance are due to his intellect and strong will (as he's a mere mortal as far as we know). Another difference being that while Carnage is Cletus Kasady, no one knows Joker’s real name or backstory. (Fun Fact: Many want Cameron Monaghan to play Carnage in the new Venom movie announced. Cameron Monaghan also plays Jerome Valeska on “Gotham” whom is speculated to be clown prince himself i.e. Joker.)

16. Marvel’s Electro (1964’s Amazing Spider-Man #9) / DC’s Black Lightning (1977’s Black Lighting #1)

Black Lightning (Jefferson Pierce) and Electro (Maxwell Dillon) both draw electricity to achieve their means. Much like the Dc hero, Static, both Black Lightning and Electro use electric manipulation, superhuman strength, speed, and electro-blasts. However, Black Lightning seems to have more powers including electrical healing, magnetic manipulation, and electroportation. The origin of these men differ however as Black Lightning's powers originated from a belt, but he has now gained the abilities independently. While Electro gained his powers via being struck by lightning while attached to power cables. The main difference is that while Black Lighting is a hero, Electro uses his powers for villainy. Black Lightning is also known for being one of the first African American superheroes. In the MCU, Electro is portrayed by a person of color (Jamie Fox), despite being Caucasian in the comics. Some speculated that this allowed for more parallels to be drawn between the two.

17. Marvel’s Bullseye (1976’s Daredevil #131) / DC’s Deadshot (1950’s Batman #59)

Deadshot (Floyd Lawton) and Bullseye (Lester) are meerceneries and highly advanced marksmen and assassins. Both men were also forced/coerced into becoming a member of task force type organization (Deadshot became a member of Suicide Squad and Bullseye joined the Thunderbolts). While both men prefer guns/knives, they are both said to have used multiple objects as weapons and “never miss”. The main difference between the two is that Bullseye has had portions of adamantium put into his skull so his bones are almost unbreakable. Bullseye is also said to have sanity problems, while Deadshot is simply said to have a death wish.

18. Marvel’s Hulk (1962’s Incredible Hulk #1) / DC’s Solomon Grundy (1944’s All-American Comics #61)

Hulk (Bruce Banner) and Solomon Grundy (Cyrus Gold) not only resemble each other but have similar abilities. They both have superhuman strength (though Grundy’s strength level varies from normal to Superman in some series), superhuman stamina and durability. Hulk also has a regenerative healing factor, but Grundy has been known to resurrect frequently. However, Hulk also has superhuman leaps/speed, decelerated ageing, and underwater breathing. When Hulk transforms back into Bruce Banner, he has a genius level intellect, most (not all) depict the Savage Hulk with diminished intellect similar to Grundy. The main difference between the two is that Grundy is technically a zombie, while Bruce transforms into the Hulk when he’s angry or releases massive amounts of adrenaline. Another difference is that some incarnations of Grundy become heroes. (Fun Fact: Hulk was originally grey before ink became too expensive and he became green. It was explained now that “Grey” Hulk is a different persona than the Green Hulk).

19. Marvel’s Sif (1964’s Journey into Mystery #102) / DC’s Wonder Woman (1941’s All Star Comics #8)

Sif and Wonder Woman (Diana Prince) are both fierce warriors. Sif, Goddess of War and the Hunt, and Diana, Goddess of Truth have more in common than meets the eye. They share the ability of superhuman strength, stamina, durability, slow ageing, healing factor, and multilingualism. They both are also master swordsman and excel at combat. However, Diana has other abilities given to her by the gods such as wisdom, animal empathy, reflexes, and flight. (Fun Fact: Diana didn’t always have the ability to fly as they gave her the invisible jet to move around but most failed to see the logic in that automobile so they changed her arc and gave her the ability. However, the power has been off/on ever since, sometimes she can fly and other times she just leaps). Despite not having flight, Sif has instant teleportation. The main difference between the two is that while Diana is a princess, Sif is from Vanir, Gods of Old, but not technically royalty. Another difference between them is that while Diana has a lot of empathy for mortals, Lady Sif never understands why Thor would choose to love a mortal, as she would rather enjoy the planet Asgard.

20. Marvel’s Vision (1968’s Avengers #57) / DC’s Red Tornado (1968’s Justice League of America #64)

Vision and Red Tornado are both android men with similar histories, programed for the intent to destroy superheroes. Vision was created by Ultron to destroy the Avengers, with Red Tornado being programmed to kill the JLA. Both “men” have android bodies (humanoid form) with a computerized brain, flight, enhanced strength, and the ability to use nature forces as a weapon. The main difference between the two is that while Red Tornado creates winds/air blasts and formation of tornados, Vision shoots solar blasts through his solar gem (mind gem in the MCU). Another difference being that while Vision was created from the parts of the synthezoid (humanoid robot) Human Torch, Red Tornado was a merge of an android and a portion of a sentient alien (Rann) tornado. (Fun Fact: the original Human Torch was an android as well, Johnny Storm came later and named himself after the robotic World War II hero).

21. Marvel’s Dr. Strange (1963’s Strange Tales #110) / DC’s Dr. Fate (1940’s More Fun Comics #55)

Dr. Strange (Stephen Strange) and Doctor Fate (Kent Nelson) are both very powerful sorcerers. Both men were trained to become a master of magic after disaster came to them. After the death of his father, Kent is taught the “Laws of Order” and given the Cloak of Destiny, the Amulet of Anubis, and the Helmet of Fate to become Doctor Fate. After a car crash that costs him his surgical career, Stephen is taught by the Ancient One and given the Cloak of Levitation, the Eye of Agamotto amulet, the Orb of Agamotto etc. (seem familiar?) Both men have access to magic and can perform many (it would take too long to list) spells. In the earlier comics, Kent was depicted as a doctor (just as Stephen) but later he position shifted to archeologist. However, the major difference between the two is that without his helmet, Kent is weakened. Another difference is that while Stephen is physically human, Kent is immortal and invulnerable. Additionally, Doctor Fate has no emotions.

22. Marvel’s Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (1941’s Captain America Comics #1) / DC’s Jason Todd/Red Hood (1983’s Batman #357)

Bucky Barnes and Jason Todd (second Robin) hold some similarities in their lives. For instance, both of them were child sidekicks until they came to an untimely demise. Bucky, sidekick to Captain America, “died” trying to defuse a bomb. Robin, second sidekick to Batman, “died” at the hands of long time nemesis Joker. However, despite their supposed deaths, they both came back. Bucky returned as the brainwashed villain Winter Solider. While Jason Todd returned as Red Hood, an antihero who approves of using lethal weapons. The major difference between the two is that despite returning from the dead, Winter Soldier’s actions were against his will as his memories were erased but Jason was fully aware of his actions. Another difference being that while Bucky took the Captain America mantle after the passing of his best pal, it’s first Robin, Dick Grayson, that dawns the cowl as Batman.

23. Marvel’s Daredevil (1964’s Daredevil #1) / DC’s Doctor Mid-Nite (1941’s All-American Comics #25)

Daredevil (Matthew Murdock) and Doctor Mid-Nite (Charles McNider) are both men who lost their sight, and subsequently became heroes. They both lost their eyesight while attempting to help someone else. Charles was operating on a witness when someone threw a grenade into the building and blinded him. Matt also tried to help someone in need, pushing a blind man (irony at it’s finest?) out of the way of oncoming vehicle only for it crash and spill chemicals in Matt’s eyes, leaving him blind. Both men fight to rid the streets of criminals. However, their abilities differ slightly. Doctor Mid-Nite can see perfectly in the dark (night vision), and equips himself with bombs that blinds his victims, specialized lenses to see in the day, and gauntlets. Daredevil, however has a different approach, being blinded by radioactive chemicals allowed him to have superhuman senses. So Daredevil “sees” by using his radar senses, it also allows him to tell when someone is lying, echolocation, tracking, martial artist and such. They both however, exceed at hand-to-hand combat, acrobatics and gymnastics.

24. Marvel’s Magneto (1963’s X-Men #1) / DC’s Doctor Polaris (1963’s Green Lantern #21)

Magneto (Max Eisenhardt/Erik Lehnsherr) and Doctor Polaris (Neal Emerson) are masters at magnetic manipulation. After being tormented during their childhood (Max’s Holocaust experience and Neal’s abusive trauma), they both turned to life of evil (with Magneto shifting sides). These men suffered with mental illness, Magneto fell victim to depression and bi-polar tendencies while Doctor Polaris dealt with spilt personality disorder. The main difference being that while Magneto was born a mutant, Doctor Polaris power stemmed from the suit. It wasn’t until later that it was rectified that he made himself a meta-human so that he would have the powers naturally.

25. Marvel’s Punisher/ DC’s Vigilante (1941’s Action Comics #42)

Punisher (Frank Castle) and Vigilante (Adrian Chase) both became vigilantes after the loss of their family at the hand of mobsters. Adrian lost his wife Doris, daughter and son (Adam and Drew) as did Frank (his wife Maria, daughter Lisa, and son Frank Jr.). Frank retired from the Marines and Adrian quit his job as a Judge/Lawyer. These men dealt out justice ruthlessly, but unlike the Punisher, Vigilante tries not to kill his enemies (however, sometimes, he did cause casualties). The main difference is that Punisher’s version of justice crosses the line to vengeance without thought but Vigilante struggles with his choices and eventually takes his own life.

26. Marvel’s Sandman (1963’s Amazing Spider-Man #4) / DC’s Clayface (1940’s Detective Comics #40)

Clayface (Basil Karlo) and Sandman (William Baker) are villians that share similar structures. They both can convert their body into sand/clay. They also posses superhuman strength, shape shifting (usually their limbs shift into weapons like an axe, hammer, etc.), density control (solid/liquid transformation), and durability. Clayface and Sandman have been shown to be vulnerable to water, Clayface is also vulnerable to cold temperature while Sandman weakness comes from the heat. Before getting their powers, both men had already started committing crimes. Basil had killed actors on his own set in the order that they died on film, wearing a clay mask to scare them and William had accounts of assault and robbery. They both gained their powers via exposure (radiation/blood) rather than being born with them. They also are notable villains from one hero, (Spider-Man/Batman) rather than attacking a team. The major difference between them is that Sandman can climb walls, create sand clones, and create blasts of sand.

27. Marvel’s Boomerang (1966’s Tales to Astonish #81) / DC’s Captain Boomerang (1960’s The Flash #117)

Boomerang (Fredrick Myers) and Captain Boomerang (George Harkness) are Australian villains that use boomerangs as weapons against their foe. They have both been known to have specialized boomerangs such as boomerangs with razors, ones that explode, and more. However, neither of them have superhuman powers. Fred and George have also become a member of government created organizations, such as Marvel’s Thunderbolts and Dc’s Suicide Squad. The main difference is that Captain Boomerang crime of choice is often robberies and its usually Flash that catches him. Boomerang (Fredrick), on the other hand, has been an employee of many crime organizations.

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Here are some honorable mentions for groups that are essentially the same thing:

Marvel’s Brotherhood of Evil Mutants (March 1964’s X-Men #4) / DC’s Brotherhood of Evil (March 1964's Doom Patrol #86)

A group dedicated to Super-villians trying to band together to defeat their foes/heroic team and maintain/gain power. I will list the main/original members because they tend to have a lot that switch sides and are hard to keep track of. Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, now called Brotherhood of Mutants members: Magneto, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Toad, Blob, Pyro, and Avalanche. Brotherhood of Evil members: The Brain, Gemini, Warp, Plasmus, Phobia, Trinity, Elephant Man, Goldilocks, Madame Rogue, and General Immortus.

Marvel's Young Avengers (2205's Young Avengers #1)/ DC's Young Justice League (1998's Young Justice: The Secret #1)

A group of kids (apprentices to the big time heroes) that fight crime and help their mentors by basically being mini them. Young Avengers members: Hulking (Mentor: Hulk), Hawkeye (Mentor: Hawkeye...duh?), Wiccan (Mentor: Scarlet Witch), Miss America (Mentor: Captain America), Noh-Varr (Mentor: Captain Marvel), and Speed (Mentor: Quicksilver). Young Justice Members: Robin (Mentor: Batman), Aqualad (Mentor: Aquaman), Kid Flash (Mentor: The Flash), Superboy (Mentor: Superman), Miss Martian (Mentor: Martin Manhunter), and Artemis (Mentor: Green Arrow).

Marvel’s Avengers (1963’s Avengers #1) / DC’s Justice League of America (1960’s The Brave and the Bold #2)

A group of crime fighting heroes that band together to protect the world, each group has member around the world so it would take a long time to list them all so here are the founding members. Justice League Founders: Batman (Bruce Wayne), Superman (Clark Kent), Wonder Woman (Diana Prince), Green Lantern (Hal Jordan), Flash (Barry Allen), Aquaman (Arthur Curry), and Martin Manhunter (J'onn J'onzz). Avengers Founders: Iron Man (Tony Stark), Thor, Ant-Man (Hank Pym), Wasp (Janet van Dyne), and Hulk (Bruce Banner).