I Am A Proud Female Comic Fan | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

I Am A Proud Female Comic Fan

How being a comic book fan empowered me as a woman

7
I Am A Proud Female Comic Fan
Gizmodo

I am a proud female comic book fan. This sounds like a contradiction I know. Normally, when most people think of a female superhero they think of the skimpy outfits and insane body proportions. To quote Marvel heroine Valkyrie, “Come on in the revolution is fine!” Marvel Comics has been focusing more on the empowerment of women in recent years, and this is an incredible sign of things to come! By using more realistic body standards, re-imaging character design, and implementing all women teams is allowing Marvel to lead the way!

During the 1970’s empowerment movement, women began demanding everyone's attention. This was when Stan Lee, famous writer for Marvel, realized his stories heavily lacked strong independent female heroes. Valkyrie was one of the first female heroines born and was inspired solely by the women’s empowerment movement. A couple years in the future, Chris Claremont began writing for Marvel. Claremont was one of the first male writers that focused on accentuating the mental aspects of women rather than physical - he wanted a hero young girls could look up to. He inspired Marvel’s current Ms. Marvel writer who proceeded to push the envelope further than Claremont.

G. Willow Wilson is in the process of transforming Marvel Comics with the release of the new Ms. Marvel. She is a Pakistani-American high school girl. Instead of following the Eurocentric standards of beauty, Wilson decided to make her version of this heroine as someone for a wider range of young girls to look up to. Along with re-creating of Ms. Marvel, there has been recent news of Marvel re-inventing another fan favorite. Thor is becoming a woman! Most of his/hers cast are becoming female as well. They are also renaming Asgard to Asgardia! If that’s not enough, G Willow Wilson is making an all female avengers called A-Force.

For the first time ever, Marvel is making a comic dedicated to an all women’s group, and they are using this time to talk about some hot button issues through its new character, Singularity.

“If we're going to have an all-female team, let's really push the envelope and talk about what gender means. Let's have a character on there who is not human, who has no natal gender and who, through various circumstances that readers will see as the book unfolds, chooses to kind of manifest as a woman.” – G. Willow Wilson.

I am incredibly proud of Marvel. This company is taking the power they have to really address some of the issues that are really wrong with society. Marvel is providing young females with heroes that they too can look up to by expanding the hero spectrum. So, next time you see a female reading a comic don't tell them it's unladylike.

Marvel, thank you so much for all the inspiration and empowerment you have provided me through Valkyrie, Black Widow, Ms. Marvel, Captain Marvel and the A-team. This is your friendly neighborhood comic nerd reminding you to pick up your favorite marvel story today!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

16298
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

6983
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

5153
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

4509
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments