Best Black Marvel Superheroes

Hello everyone, you will find best black marvel superheroes and some information about their abilities and background story that make them some of the best black superheroes in the entire marvel universe, yes, I am including comic books, games, tv shows, everything.

I think most of you will agree with my list, of course yes I did leave out some of your favorites but once you get through this list you might forgive me and understand why I chose these select few. By the way, if you are interested in cool villains like me, you should check out our list of the best black marvel villains.

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List of Black Marvel Heroes

Misty Knight

Power & Abilities: 

• Bionic arm: Misty Knight’s right arm is a bionic prosthetic made of Antarctic Vibranium. It is superhumanly strong, allowing her to punch with incredible force and crush objects as tough as steel. The arm can also be used to fire repulsor blasts and other energy attacks.
• Martial arts skills: Misty Knight is a highly skilled martial artist, proficient in a variety of fighting styles, including karate, kung fu, and taekwondo. She is also an expert in hand-to-hand combat.
• Detective skills: Misty Knight is a superb detective, having graduated at the top of her class at the police academy and earned a degree in criminology from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is skilled at gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and solving crimes.
• Leadership skills: Misty Knight is a natural leader, having served as the leader of the Heroes for Hire and the NYPD’s Special Crimes Unit. She is able to motivate and inspire others, and she is skilled at making difficult decisions.
• Physical strength: Misty Knight is in peak physical condition, and she is stronger and more durable than the average human. She is also an excellent athlete, and she is skilled in a variety of sports, including boxing, wrestling, and track and field.

Background story: 

Misty Knight was born and raised in Harlem, New York City. She was a top student in high school and attended the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, where she graduated with honors. After college, she joined the New York City Police Department. She quickly rose through the ranks and was promoted to detective.

Misty Knight was a rising star in the NYPD when she was seriously injured in a bomb explosion. The explosion destroyed her right arm and she was forced to retire from the police force. However, she refused to give up her fight for justice. She received a bionic arm from Tony Stark and partnered with Colleen Wing to form the Daughters of the Dragon, a private detective agency.

The Daughters of the Dragon quickly became one of the most successful private detective agencies in New York City. They solved cases that the police could not, and they helped to bring criminals to justice.

Miles Morales

Power & Abilities: 

• Bio-electric powers: Miles Morales can generate and manipulate bio-electricity, which he can use to create a variety of effects, including:
  • Venom Blasts: Miles can fire blasts of bio-electricity from his hands. These blasts can stun, paralyze, or even kill enemies.
  • Venom Dash: Miles can use his bio-electricity to create a burst of speed, allowing him to quickly move around the battlefield.
  • Venom Camouflage: Miles can use his bio-electricity to blend in with his surroundings, making him invisible to the naked eye.
• Superhuman strength: Miles Morales is stronger than the average human. He can lift and throw objects that would be too heavy for a normal person.
• Superhuman agility: Miles Morales is more agile than the average human. He can jump higher, run faster, and climb walls more easily.
• Brilliant mind: Miles is also a genius and excels in all subjects including science, chemistry, engineering and more.
• Spider-Sense: Miles Morales has a sixth sense that allows him to sense danger before it happens. This gives him a significant advantage in combat.

Background story: 

Miles Morales is a half-African American, half-Puerto Rican teenager who lives in Brooklyn, New York. He is a bright and intelligent student who loves science and video games. Miles is also a talented artist and musician.

After being bitten by a genetically engineered spider, he gained powers similar to Peter Parker’s. But it wasn’t until Peter’s death that Miles was inspired to step up. He realized that with his powers came a responsibility to help others. It wasn’t easy; he had to juggle school, family, friendships, and his new secret identity. Over time, Miles grew into his role, proving that he was worthy of the Spider-Man mantle.

Storm

Power & Abilities: 

• Weather manipulation: Storm can control all aspects of the weather, including creating storms, lightning, and tornadoes. She can also control the temperature, humidity, and precipitation.
• Flight: Storm can create winds strong enough to support her weight, giving her the ability to fly.
• Energy projection: Storm can project bolts of lightning and other forms of energy.
• Telekinesis: Storm can move objects with her mind.
• Healing: Storm can heal herself and others.
• Empathy: Storm can sense the emotions of others.
• Leadership: Storm is a natural leader and a skilled tactician.

Background story: 

Ororo Munroe, also known as Storm, is a mutant who can control the weather. She is one of the most powerful mutants on the planet and a founding member of the X-Men.

Storm was born in Kenya to a tribal princess and an African-American photojournalist. She was orphaned at a young age and raised by her aunt, who taught her about her African heritage and the power of the weather.

Storm eventually moved to Cairo, Egypt, where she became a thief and a member of the Morlocks, a group of mutants who live in the sewers. She was eventually found by Professor Charles Xavier, who invited her to join the X-Men.

Storm has been a member of the X-Men for many years and has fought alongside them against many powerful enemies. She has also served as the leader of the X-Men on several occasions.

Storm is a powerful and compassionate leader who is dedicated to protecting the innocent and fighting for mutant rights. She is a true hero who has inspired people all over the world.

Nick Fury

Power & Abilities: 

• Peak human condition: Fury is in peak physical condition, possessing superhuman strength, speed, agility, reflexes, and stamina.
• Expert martial artist: Fury is an expert in hand-to-hand combat, proficient in various martial arts such as karate, judo, and jujitsu.
• Master tactician and strategist: Fury is a brilliant tactician and strategist, with a keen mind for planning and executing complex operations.
• Expert marksman: Fury is an expert marksman with a variety of firearms, including pistols, rifles, and shotguns.
• Genius-level intellect: Fury is a genius-level intellect, with a vast knowledge of a wide range of subjects, including military strategy, espionage, and technology.
• Leadership skills: Fury is a natural leader, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to follow him.
• Access to advanced technology: Fury has access to advanced technology, including weapons, vehicles, and gadgets, provided by S.H.I.E.L.D.

Background story: 

Nicholas Joseph Fury was born in New York City and he was raised by his mother and her parents in a tough neighborhood. Fury was a bright and athletic child, and he excelled in school. He joined the United States Army after high school, and he quickly rose through the ranks. He served in the Korean War, and he was awarded the Silver Star for his bravery.

After the war, Fury remained in the Army, and he eventually became a colonel. He was recruited by the Strategic Scientific Reserve (SSR), a precursor to S.H.I.E.L.D., and he quickly rose through the ranks of that organization as well. He became the director of S.H.I.E.L.D. in the early 1960s, and he led the organization for many years.

Fury is a tough and seasoned veteran who is dedicated to protecting the world from threats both foreign and domestic. He is a skilled fighter and tactician, and he is a master of espionage. He is also a skilled leader, and he has assembled a team of some of the world’s most powerful superheroes to form the Avengers.

Blade

Power & Abilities: 

• Superhuman strength: Blade is stronger than a normal human, and he can lift and throw objects that would be too heavy for a normal human to lift.
• Superhuman speed: Blade is faster than a normal human, and he can run and move at speeds that would be impossible for a normal human.
• Superhuman agility: Blade is more agile than a normal human, and he can jump, climb, and perform other acrobatic feats that would be impossible for a normal human.
• Superhuman senses: Blade has enhanced senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. He can see in the dark, hear sounds that are too faint for a normal human to hear, smell blood from a great distance, and taste the difference between human and vampire blood.
• Accelerated healing factor: Blade’s healing factor allows him to heal from injuries much faster than a normal human. He can recover from broken bones, deep cuts, and even gunshot wounds in a matter of hours or days.
• Immunity to vampire weaknesses: Blade is immune to most vampire weaknesses, such as sunlight, garlic, and holy water. He can also enter a vampire’s home without being invited.
• Expert martial artist: Blade is an expert in hand-to-hand combat, and he is proficient in various martial arts such as karate, judo, and jujitsu.
• Master weapons expert: Blade is a master of weapons, and he is proficient in using a variety of weapons, such as swords, guns, and knives.
• Genius-level intellect: Blade is a genius-level intellect, with a vast knowledge of a wide range of subjects, including vampire lore, mythology, and technology.

Background story: 

Blade, real name Eric Brooks, is a half-human, half-vampire superhero who hunts vampires. He was born in 1967, in London, England, to a human mother and a vampire father. His mother was attacked by his father during her pregnancy, and Blade was born with a number of superhuman abilities, including superhuman strength, speed, and agility. He was also immune to most vampire weaknesses, such as sunlight and garlic.

Blade was raised by his mother’s father, who taught him how to fight and how to hunt vampires. Blade eventually became a skilled martial artist and a proficient weapons expert.

Blade has dedicated his life to hunting vampires and ridding the world of them. He has fought against some of the most powerful vampires in the Marvel Universe, including Deacon Frost, Dracula, and Morbius the Living Vampire. Blade has also worked with other superheroes, such as the X-Men and the Avengers, to stop vampire threats.

Luke Cage

Power & Abilities: 

• Superhuman strength: Cage is stronger than a normal human, and he can lift and throw objects that would be too heavy for a normal human to lift.
• Unbreakable skin: Cage’s skin is incredibly tough and durable, and it is resistant to most forms of physical damage. He can withstand gunfire, explosions, and even falls from great heights without injury.
• Regenerative healing factor: Cage has a powerful healing factor that allows him to recover from injuries much faster than a normal human. He can heal from broken bones, deep cuts, and even gunshot wounds in a matter of hours or days.
• Expert martial artist: Cage is an expert in hand-to-hand combat, and he is proficient in various martial arts such as karate, judo, and jujitsu.
• Master weapons expert: Cage is a master of weapons, and he is proficient in using a variety of weapons, such as swords, guns, and knives.

Background story: 

Luke Cage, born Carl Lucas, was born and raised in Harlem, New York City. He was a skilled athlete and excelled in football. One night, he was jumped and beaten up outside a bowling alley by some street punks. Lucas could not let it pass due to personal pride and asked Willis Stryker, a childhood friend, to teach him how to box. After receiving his training, Lucas fought his attacker and won. Along with boxing, Lucas also played football. One time after a big hit, his father ran over telling him to get up.

After high school, Lucas attended college on a football scholarship. However, he dropped out after one year to help support his family. He got a job as a security guard, and he eventually became involved in a gang war. Lucas was framed for a crime he did not commit and sent to prison.

While in prison, Lucas volunteered for a experimental procedure that gave him superhuman strength and unbreakable skin. After he was released from prison, Lucas became a “hero for hire” and has forty-nine issues of solo adventures (comic title renamed to Luke Cage, Power Man with issue #17). In issue #50, Cage teams up with fellow superhero Iron Fist as part of a crime-fighting duo in the renamed title Power Man and Iron Fist. He later marries the super-powered private investigator Jessica Jones, with whom he has a daughter.

Black Panther

Power & Abilities: 

• Superhuman strength: Black Panther is stronger than a normal human, and he can lift and throw objects that would be too heavy for a normal human to lift.
• Superhuman speed: Black Panther is faster than a normal human, and he can run and move at speeds that would be impossible for a normal human.
• Superhuman agility: Black Panther is more agile than a normal human, and he can jump, climb, and perform other acrobatic feats that would be impossible for a normal human.
• Enhanced senses: Black Panther has enhanced senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. He can see in the dark, hear sounds that are too faint for a normal human to hear, smell blood from a great distance, and taste the difference between human and animal blood.
• Regenerative healing factor: Black Panther has a powerful healing factor that allows him to recover from injuries much faster than a normal human. He can heal from broken bones, deep cuts, and even gunshot wounds in a matter of hours or days.
• Expert martial artist: Black Panther is an expert in hand-to-hand combat, and he is proficient in various martial arts such as karate, judo, and jujitsu.
• Master weapons expert: Black Panther is a master of weapons, and he is proficient in using a variety of weapons, such as swords, guns, and spears.
• Genius-level intellect: Black Panther is a genius-level intellect, with a vast knowledge of a wide range of subjects, including science, technology, and warfare.

Background story: 

Black Panther, real name T’Challa, is the king of the African nation of Wakanda. He is also the leader of the Dora Milaje, Wakanda’s all-female special forces unit. T’Challa inherited his powers and title from his father, T’Chaka, who was the previous Black Panther.

T’Challa’s powers come from the Heart-shaped Herb, a sacred plant that grows only in Wakanda. The Heart-shaped Herb grants T’Challa superhuman strength, speed, agility, and reflexes. It also enhances his senses and gives him the ability to communicate with animals.

T’Challa is a skilled warrior and a brilliant strategist. He is also a compassionate leader who is dedicated to protecting his people. He has led Wakanda through many challenges, including the threat of Killmonger and the invasion of Thanos.

Brother Voodoo

Power & Abilities: 

• Summoning spirits: Brother Voodoo can summon the spirits of the dead, including his own brother Daniel. He can also summon other spirits, such as Loa (voodoo gods).
• Casting spells: Brother Voodoo can cast a variety of spells, including healing spells, protective spells, and offensive spells.
• Creating magical constructs: Brother Voodoo can create magical constructs, such as shields, weapons, and portals.
• Immunity to magic: Brother Voodoo is immune to many forms of magic, including mind control, energy blasts, and teleportation.
• Resurrection: Brother Voodoo can resurrect the dead, but he can only do so if the person has died recently.

Background story: 

Jericho Drumm was born in Haiti, the younger brother of Daniel Drumm. The two brothers were raised by their uncle, Papa Jambo, a powerful houngan (voodoo priest). Jericho and Daniel both learned the ways of voodoo from their uncle, and Jericho eventually became a master of the art.

When Daniel was killed by a group of criminals, Jericho was devastated. He traveled to the United States to seek revenge, but he soon realized that he could not defeat them with violence alone. He instead turned to his knowledge of voodoo to fight them, and he was able to defeat them by summoning the spirit of his brother Daniel.

Jericho then returned to Haiti and took up his brother’s mantle as Brother Voodoo. He used his powers to help others, and he soon became a respected figure in the voodoo community. He also began to work as a consultant to the superhero community, and he has assisted the likes of Doctor Strange, the Avengers, and the X-Men on numerous occasions.

Brother Voodoo is a powerful sorcerer who is skilled in the use of voodoo magic. He can summon spirits, cast spells, and create magical constructs. He is also immune to many forms of magic, and he can even resurrect the dead.

Lucas Bishop

Powers & Abilities:

• Energy absorption: Bishop can absorb energy blasts and redirect them as concussive blasts.
• Energy projection: Bishop can project energy blasts from his hands.
• Phasing: Bishop can phase through solid objects.
• Healing factor: Bishop has a healing factor that allows him to recover from injuries quickly.
• Mutant tracking: Bishop has the ability to track mutants, even if they are using their powers to hide.

Background Story:

Lucas Bishop was born in a dystopian future where mutants are hunted by Sentinels, a race of mutant-hunting robots. Bishop grew up in a mutant relocation camp, where he learned to distrust humans and believe that mutants must fight for their survival.

When Bishop was a teenager, he joined the X.S.E., a mutant police force that was dedicated to protecting mutants from Sentinels and other threats. Bishop quickly rose through the ranks of the X.S.E., and he was eventually promoted to the rank of captain.

One day, Bishop was chasing a mutant criminal named Trevor Fitzroy when Fitzroy opened a time portal and escaped. Bishop followed Fitzroy through the time portal, and he found himself in the past, in the year 1992.

In the past, Bishop met the X-Men, a team of mutants who were dedicated to protecting humans and mutants alike. Bishop was initially distrustful of the X-Men, but he eventually came to see them as allies.

Bishop fought alongside the X-Men on many occasions, and he helped them to defeat many threats, including Sentinels, the Marauders, and Apocalypse. Bishop also helped the X-Men to prevent a war between humans and mutants.

Blue Marvel

Powers & Abilities:

• Superhuman strength: Blue Marvel is incredibly strong, and he can lift objects weighing up to 100 tons.
• Superhuman speed: Blue Marvel is incredibly fast, and he can run at speeds of up to 1,000 miles per hour.
• Durability: Blue Marvel is incredibly durable, and he can withstand incredible amounts of physical damage. He has survived a nuclear explosion and a fall from orbit.
• Flight: Blue Marvel can fly at speeds of up to Mach 5.
• Energy projection: Blue Marvel can project energy blasts from his hands that can destroy entire buildings. He can also absorb energy blasts and redirect them back at his enemies.
• Nigh-invulnerability: Blue Marvel is nearly invulnerable to all forms of physical damage. He has been hit by powerful energy blasts, fallen from great heights, and even been shot by a nuclear weapon without sustaining any injuries.
• Enhanced senses: Blue Marvel has enhanced senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. He can see in the dark, hear sounds that are inaudible to humans, and smell things that are miles away.
• Superhuman intelligence: Blue Marvel is a brilliant scientist and engineer. He has a Ph.D. in physics and has made significant contributions to the fields of physics, engineering, and mathematics.
• Leadership: Blue Marvel is a natural leader. He is intelligent, charismatic, and has a strong moral compass. He has led many successful superhero teams, including the Ultimates and the Squadron Supreme.

Background Story:

Adam Bernard Brashear was born in Chicago, Illinois. He was a child prodigy and a star athlete, and he earned a scholarship to Cornell University. After graduating from Cornell, Brashear joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served with distinction during the Korean War.

After the war, Brashear returned to Cornell and earned a Ph.D. in physics. He then went on to work as a scientist at Project: Perseus, a top-secret government program that was developing new technologies for the military.

During his work at Project: Perseus, Brashear was exposed to a powerful energy field that gave him superhuman powers. He became incredibly strong, fast, and durable, and he gained the ability to fly and project energy blasts from his hands.

Brashear decided to use his powers to fight crime, and he adopted the superhero identity of Blue Marvel. He quickly became one of the most powerful superheroes in the world, and he was often called upon to help the Avengers and other superhero teams.

Blue Marvel is a powerful and versatile superhero. He is a skilled fighter, a brilliant scientist, and a dedicated public servant. He is a true hero, and he has made the world a safer place.

Darwin

Powers & Abilities:

• Reactive evolution: Darwin’s body automatically adapts to any situation or environment he is placed in, allowing him to survive possibly anything. This includes adapting to extreme temperatures, pressures, and environments. He can also adapt to attacks, such as becoming immune to poison or bullets.
• Enhanced intelligence: Darwin is also highly intelligent, and he is able to use his powers to great effect in battle. He is able to quickly assess a situation and adapt his powers accordingly.
• Skilled fighter: Darwin is also a skilled hand-to-hand combatant, and he is able to use his powers to enhance his fighting abilities. He can, for example, evolve his body to become stronger, faster, or more durable.

Background Story:

Armando Muñoz, also known as Darwin, is a mutant with the ability to adapt to any situation. He was a bright child and excelled in school, but he was also bullied for being different.

When Armando was 16 years old, he manifested his mutant powers. He was able to survive a car accident that should have killed him, and he quickly realized that he could adapt to any situation. He could change his body to withstand any environment, and he could even evolve to become stronger and more powerful.

Armando decided to use his powers to help others, and he joined the X-Men. He quickly became a valuable member of the team, and he helped them to defeat many threats, including the Hellfire Club, Apocalypse, and the Sentinels.

Darwin is a powerful and versatile superhero. He is a skilled fighter, a brilliant strategist, and a dedicated friend. He is a true hero, and he has made the world a safer place.

Ironheart

Powers & Abilities:

• Genius-level intellect: Riri Williams is a genius-level engineer who is able to design and build her own suit of armor.
• Superhuman strength: Ironheart’s suit of armor enhances her strength to superhuman levels.
• Durability: Ironheart’s suit of armor is durable enough to withstand gunfire, explosions, and other forms of damage.
• Flight: Ironheart’s suit of armor allows her to fly.
• Energy blasts: Ironheart’s suit of armor can fire energy blasts.
• Repulsor rays: Ironheart’s suit of armor can fire repulsor rays, which are powerful beams of energy that can be used to deflect attacks or destroy objects.
• Magnetic fields: Ironheart’s suit of armor can generate magnetic fields, which can be used to control metal objects or create force fields.
• Computer hacking: Ironheart’s suit of armor is equipped with a powerful computer that allows her to hack into computer systems.
• Medical scanner: Ironheart’s suit of armor is equipped with a medical scanner that can be used to diagnose injuries or illnesses.

Background Story:

Riri Williams is a 15-year-old girl who lives in Chicago with her mother and stepfather. She is a genius-level engineer who is obsessed with technology. After Tony Stark is injured in a battle, Riri decides to build her own suit of armor to help people. She calls herself Ironheart and becomes a superhero.

Riri’s parents are both supportive of her, but they are also worried about her safety. Her mother, Ronnie, is a single mother who works two jobs to support Riri and her younger brother. Her stepfather, Nathaniel, is a police officer who is concerned about the dangers of superheroics.

Riri is a brilliant engineer, but she is also a teenager. She makes mistakes and sometimes acts impulsively. However, she is always willing to learn from her mistakes and do what she believes is right.