Superman Character Guide
The Man of Steel — A Complete Guide
Superman is the original superhero, the benchmark against which all others are measured. Born Kal-El on the dying planet Krypton and raised as Clark Kent in Smallville, Kansas, Superman embodies hope, justice, and the best of humanity despite not being human at all.
Kryptonian Powers Explained
Under Earth's yellow sun, Kryptonians gain extraordinary abilities: super strength, flight, heat vision, freeze breath, X-ray vision, super hearing, and near-invulnerability. These powers make Superman one of the most formidable beings in the DC Universe. Explore our full powers lexicon for details on every Kryptonian ability.
Key Superman Allies
Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, the Kent family, Supergirl, Superboy, Steel, and the Justice League form Superman's support network. Each plays a vital role in keeping the Man of Steel grounded and connected to the humanity he protects.
Superman's Greatest Enemies
Lex Luthor represents the dark side of human genius. Brainiac threatens entire civilizations. Doomsday is pure destruction. General Zod mirrors Superman's power with opposing morality. Darkseid is the embodiment of tyranny on a cosmic scale.
Roleplay in Metropolis
In World of Metahumans, you can create characters inspired by the Superman mythos. Whether you envision a surviving Kryptonian, a Metropolis journalist uncovering metahuman secrets, or a LexCorp scientist with divided loyalties, your story awaits.