Do you know what are the Strongest Characters in the Marvel World? Marvel lovers have debated which superheroes are more powerful than others. Rather than focusing on characters who are exceptionally strong, these discussions center on characters who specifically possess super-strength. Although supporters may contend that The Phoenix would defeat The Hulk, they rank differently when considering sheer muscle.
Marvel’s strength scale is a useful tool for resolving disputes, but it also depends on the amazing feats of strength depicted in the comics. Several heroes with comparable abilities, such as the Hulks and all Spider-themed heroes, can claim the same strength scale. This can occasionally make it challenging for fans to answer the question, “Who is the strongest Marvel superhero?”
From Elder Gods to Mutants to Avengers, these are the top 20 strongest characters in the current Marvel canon, drawn from every corner of the Marvel Universe. With so many godlike entities vying for the top spots, fans should also stay until the very end to see a list of honorable mentions.
1. Kang the Conqueror
The fact that Jonathan Majors’s character Kang the Conqueror is the only one on this list without superpowers is a concerning indication of his prowess with technology, his vast knowledge base, and his unwavering will. With his unrestricted time travel ability, he presents a distinct danger to the Avengers by obtaining cutting-edge tools and equipment and learning tactical details about his adversaries.
Kang has also spent a great deal of time honing his martial arts skills, making him a near-perfect fighter, an excellent engineer, and a skilled politician. Besides all of that, he always has his Variants prepared to respond when called upon, allowing him to call forth an overwhelming army of allies from various timelines.
2. Storm
Storm has benefited greatly from the X-Men’s Krakoan Era, which began in 2019. It assumed the role of the “Voice of Sol,” or the person the rest of the galaxy views as the solar system’s leader, after moving to Mars (now known as Arakko) to serve as the head of a nation of displaced mutants. This development infuriated Earth’s politicians. X-Men: Red has witnessed Storm defend the title against all comers and prevail in a civil war against Genesis, who was once regarded as the greatest Omega mutant ever.
Storm has also persisted in experimenting with her abilities, demonstrating her capacity to control air pressure to subdue an army and even to channel Asgardian Bifrost energy. She has been embracing her mystic potential and her magical heritage at the same time. She is currently questioning the cosmic order of life and death in Magneto’s Resurrection.
3. Hercules
Greek mythology’s hero-demigod is Hercules. And the entire pantheon of Greek gods makes up his family. And they’re all considered the greatest of the anthropomorphic deities in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
If events unfold as they did in the comics, Hercules will eventually rise to become one of the most formidable Avengers of all time, and the Greek pantheon—unlike the Asgardians—will be eternal. Very cool, especially considering that Marvel has a hugely talented cast, giving us the incredible Brett Goldstein as Hercules and Russell Crowe as Zeus.
4. Apocalypse
Apocalypse, one of the original mutants, is a ferocious despot who has long been an adversary of the X-Men. He is thousands of years old. Only the strongest—mutant or superhuman—should survive, according to Apocalypse. His shapeshifting and other abilities are enhanced to god-like proportions by the combination of strong celestial technology and organic materials in his body.
5. Doctor Strange
You cannot comprehend the extent of Steven Vincent Strange’s power as Earth’s Sorcerer Supreme and Master of the Mystic Arts. Although let’s not get too technical just now, he might be higher on this list developed in Strange Tales by Steve Ditko. The main defender of Earth against supernatural and magical threats is Doctor Strange.
Dr. Strange calls upon entities such as Agamotto, Cyttorak, Ikonn, Oshtur, and Raggadorr to use his magical abilities. Still, Steven’s innate talent and intelligence allow him to become the greatest Sorcerer Supreme the world has ever known.
6. Vulcan
Gabriel Summers is an omega-level mutant, with abilities far beyond those of his siblings Scott and Alex Summers. He is the younger of the two siblings. Vulcan raised by Moira MacTaggart, who served as his mentor after he managed to escape his birth as a slave to the Shi’ar Empire. Later, the X-Men recruited Vulcan. After a mission went awry and he thought he had been abandoned, Vulcan went on a vengeful rampage, usurping the throne and returning to the Shi’ar Empire.
Like Rogue, he can also control the elements and has even been famous to drain power from other mutants. He’s solo battled the X-Men, the In-humans, and the Starjammers while facing off against opponents as powerful as Black Bolt.
7. Jean Grey
Although she is officially dead as of this writing, the former Phoenix has been working in the cosmic White Hot Room to strengthen her power, and there are rumors that Jean will make a significant comeback in X-Men: Forever. The human supremacist organization Orchis views Jean as the most powerful mutant alive, and she got stronger over time. In recent X-Men and King in Black appearances, she faced off against creatures that were godlike, like Knull and Nightmare.
8. Black Panther
Wakanda has been protected by the Black Panther for many years. Furthermore, T’Challa’s suit increased his already lethal potential due to the heart-shaped herb’s powers, thanks to Shuri’s inventions. Sadly, though, that Black Panther version is no longer with us.
Having said that, the new Black Panther is amazing. Shuri not only succeeded in creating her heart-shaped herb, which granted her the abilities of the Black Panther and ensured Wakanda wouldn’t lose its guardian for many generations, but she also vanquished Namor in combat, even though Namor was, in theory, a far stronger fighter and super-being.
9. Thor
Thor’s physical prowess is so great that his class 100 strength has allowed him to crush entire planets. He possesses magical weather control, which allows him to create weather effects even in the absence of an atmosphere. Other abilities include interstellar travel, immortality, a magical hammer, space portals, and blasts powerful enough to repeatedly destroy a planet. He possesses numerous other magical abilities, such as the ability to transform matter and create energy barriers. Having faced off against the likes of the Hulk, Silver Surfer, and Thanos, Thor is undoubtedly one of the strongest Marvel characters.
10. Silver Surfer
Galactus, his lord and master, gave Norrin Radd (also known as Silver Surfer) the Power Cosmic, which gave him strength, endurance, enhanced senses, and the capacity to take in and control the radiant energy of the universe. The Silver Surfer can glide through space ways, time travel, and enter different dimensions with the Power Cosmic, searching for worlds that Galactus can devour. It took great bravery for him to rebel against the powerful Galactus, and as a result, he banished from both his beloved Shalla-Bal and his home-world of Zenn-La. Quite honestly, without this formidable Marvel character, the Marvel Universe would not be the same.
11. Hulk
The Hulk, a mutated superhero alter ego of Dr. Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo in the MCU), is one of the most iconic and early characters in Marvel Comics. Banner’s violent outbursts are a result of Banner losing his temper. An unfortunate outcome of Dr. Banner’s experiments, the Hulk is a massive, unstoppable monster of sheer physical strength. The doctor was cursed with the uncontrollable affliction after he was exposed to gamma radiation during an experiment gone wrong.
Nobody can dispute that Bruce’s ability to change into the Hulk has come in quite handy on many an occasion, even though he despises the condition and that it puts those close to him in some constant danger degree.
12. Hercules Panhellenios
Naturally, Zeus, the Olympian god, is the father of Hercules, another son of a god. Although he hasn’t shown any interest in becoming a major character in the MCU, his presence in Marvel Comics has had a significant impact. Regretfully, he is among the strongest characters in the entire universe; in fact, several authoritative sources believe that he is the strongest character Marvel has ever created in terms of physical strength.
He is not cosmic, but he is resistant to cosmic attacks and can endure the vacuum of space. The story that he could take Atlas’ place in supporting the world, and the occasion when he moved to Manhattan by himself, are two of his greatest feats of strength. He has even defeated the Hulk and Thor in combat. He is armed with the Golden Mace’s might and a cape made of the skin of a Nemean Lion that he killed with his hands.
13. Scarlet Witch
Doctor Strange might be the most well-known magician in Marvel. But Scarlet Witch appears to be gaining more raw power lately. Her most recent achievements include devouring the Elder God Chthon and his spellbook, the Darkhold, and creating a magical afterlife for every mutant who has ever died—a waiting area from which they can one day be raised to life.
14. Galactus
Galactus is among the universe’s strongest characters. Consumes entire planets, has infinite cosmic power, a wealth of knowledge. It has the ability to transfer power to entities far more powerful than the Silver Surfer. It can while remain in a completely different power league. After characters like The Living Tribunal, Eternity, and The One above all, this one is most likely the strongest Marvel character.
15. Captain Marvel
One of the most powerful characters in the Marvel Universe is Carol Danvers. It is both in the pages of Marvel Comics and the film adaptation. It is popular as her alter ego name, Captain Marvel.
This character (created by Roy Thomas and Gene Colan) is a stellar fusion of human and Kree genetics. It comes with incredible strength, flight, energy manipulation, and the capacity to unleash lethal photon blasts. She is strong enough to take on gods in combat and is capable of taking down Thanos. It is even with the Infinity Stones in his possession. Carol Danvers, an Air Force veteran with extensive training, is a symbol of tenacity and willpower. It is in addition to her physical strength.
16. Kallark
The story of how Kallark became a Gladiator is one worthy of his great might; to become the title, the Strontian had to defeat numerous other fighters. Success has given Kallark the ability to fly and survive in space, as well as making him extremely fast, extremely durable, and imposingly strong. His enhancements can also increase in power as he gains more self-assurance. Even the Hulk’s skin can be burned by the energy beams he can fire from his eyes. He can wipe out entire planets when he is at his most powerful.
17. Synch
Synch has been treated well by the Krakoan Era, a lesser-known hero of the 1990s. Before, Synch’s abilities were straightforward: he could mimic the skills of any nearby mutant. But the X-Men’s resurrection gave him a significant boost to his abilities.
Now, Synch can mimic the abilities of any enhanced creature. And after he has had a chance to interact with them, he can call upon their skills at any moment. That would have made Synch strong on its own, but after being imprisoned in the Vault for several centuries, he spent that time honing his abilities, which is how he came up with the famous claim, “I’ve been Wolverine longer than anyone alive.”
18. Destroyer
Being the Herald of Galactus, the instrument of Odin, and Thor’s arch-enemy, the Destroyer has experienced a great deal. His amazing durability is his most potent weapon. Compared to adamantium and even the magic metal uru, his exoskeleton is more resilient. He is more physically strong than Thor and can shoot strong energy beams.
19. Hope Summers
Hope Summers, a relatively recent addition to the Marvel comic book series, was created as the world’s first mutant after Scarlet Witch either killed or disabled many of the mutants. Summers, an Omega-level mutant as well, was viewed as a serious threat to the world, so her adoptive father, Cable, transported her to a far-off future where she received training until she was prepared to return to the present day.
20. Impossible Man
Even though his shape-shifting skills are not as advanced as those of the Magus, the Impossible Man is still an extremely strong and skilled extraterrestrial. He can travel faster than light in space, grow larger and heavier to significantly boost his strength, change into a hose shoot water, and more. His options are essentially endless. Galactus said of him that he was as dangerous as the Phoenix, but perhaps this was exaggerated.
Summary
These are the top 20 strongest characters in the Marvel Universe, drawn from every subset of the franchise, including mutants, elder gods, and Avengers. Since the Marvel Universe is always changing, many characters who would normally be considered A-listers are either dead, depowered, or absent from the scene.