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Superhero fiction is a subgenre of speculative fiction examining the adventures, personalities and ethics of costumed crime fighters known as superheroes, who often possess superhuman powers and battle similarly powered criminals known as supervillains.
Superhero fiction is the genre of fiction that is centered on such characters, especially, since the 1930s, in American comic books (and later in Hollywood films, film serials, television and video games), as well as in Japanese media (including kamishibai, tokusatsu, manga, anime and video games).
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Superhero fiction is a genre within the broader category of speculative fiction that centers around the actions of heroes who possess abilities beyond those of ordinary people. These superhuman traits often stem from a variety of sources, ranging from scientific experimentation and advanced technology to mystical or extraterrestrial origins.
This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total. Superhero fiction genres (3 C) Superhero franchises (16 C, 5 P) Superhero fiction by medium (8 C)
Superman is a superhero who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, and debuted in the comic book Action Comics #1 (cover-dated June 1938 and published April 18, 1938).
Superhero fiction, a genre that has seamlessly woven itself into the fabric of global culture, boasts an illustrious journey from the humble panels of early comic books to the sprawling narratives of today’s blockbusters and bestsellers.
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