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A superhero is a term used to define a person or creature who uses power, ability, or technology beyond that of the general public, in the pursuit of good. They are often opposed by supervillains.

Superheroes come in various types:

• regular vigilantes who use natural prowess, advanced technology, or a combination of the two
• magic-users or extraterrestrials who use abnormal powers
• metahumans or bang babies
• regular human beings who use alien or magical technology

While vigilantes and rogue policemen have existed for millennia, it wasn't until the Old West era in the western America that the first costumed crimefighters appeared. The costumed superhero El Diablo hid his identity while fighting alongside other vigilantes, such as Bat Lash and Sheriff Ohiyesa Smith.

By the 1940s, the idea of costumed superheroes was still far-fetched in the minds of American soldiers, although at least one costumed vigilante helped out during World War II: Spy Smasher. (Read more...)

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