Superman

Man of Steel

Origin: Krypton?s Last Son, Kal-El aka Superman, is the figurehead and leader of the Justice League. Superman?s parents Jor-El and Lara, sent their son to Earth in an effort to save his life as their home planet, Krypton, was destroyed. After landing in Smallville, Kal-El was discovered by Martha and Jonathan Kent, who raised him and kept his origin a secret. Clark Kent grew up with a normal childhood, but it was soon evident that he wasn?t like the other kids. Clark?s alien DNA gave him the ability to harness the power of the Earth?s Yellow sun. Eventually, Clark stored enough energy to perform superhuman feats. When Clark moved to Metropolis to work at the Daily Planet, a nationwide newspaper, he also adopted the guise of Superman to better serve and inspire the American Public.

Comments: Superman is the pinnacle of superhuman achievement. Not only does he inspire normal people, but other heroes look up to him as well. The rest of the Justice League looks to him for leadership and guidance. The public trusts Superman and as long as remains the figurehead of the League, the public will place their confidence in them.

Superman has an interesting relationship with the other heroes. Whereas the ?warriors? of the group, Wonder Woman and Hawkwoman respect him for his awesome strength, others such as The Flash simply stand in awe of the living legend. Of course, the most interesting dynamic lies in Batman?s relationship with Superman. They both respect the other?s accomplishments and skills, but their different approaches often cause their personalities to clash.