The best “legacy” characters (heirs who take up a mantle) in comics are, at the top,Miles Morales , Wally West , Dick Grayson and Kamala Khan. This tier list ranks emerging heroes according to their success and importance. Facts (publisher, creation) verified, no invented ratings; each character refers to its file when it exists.
The “legacy” is a strength of the comic: a new character takes the name of a hero and gives it a new lease of life, often more diverse and modern. This tier list ranks these heirs according to their success – some have far exceeded their model. Criterion: successful recovery of the coat.
Editorial Ranks, Facts verified. Each character refers to its file when it exists.
Tier S: the heirs who have surpassed the model
Miles Moralesis the biggest recent legacy success: an Afro-Latino Spider-Man who became a movie star.Wally Westwent from Kid Flash to Flash, often favored over Barry.Dick Graysonleft the mantle of Robin to become Nightwing, and Kamala Khan(Ms. Marvel) created an immediately cult heroine.
Tier A: successful successions
Sam Wilsontook back Captain America's shield,Jane Foster raised Mjolnir in Thor, Kate Bishop shares the name Hawkeye, and Riri Williams(Ironheart) continues the legacy of Iron Man.
Tier B: coats passed down
Miguel O'Hara(Spider-Man 2099),Cassandra Cain (Batgirl), Jaime Reyes (Blue Beetle) and Kyle Rayner(Green Lantern) have each reinvented their legend.
Tier C: the notable heirs
X-23(who takes up the mantle of Wolverine),Bucky(briefly Captain America),Connor Hawke etDamian Waynecomplete the selection.
Tier D: the curiosities
Patriot , Prodigy and Batwing close this tier list: more discreet but very real heirs.
To remember
- Miles Morales and Kamala Khan are the great modern legacy hits.
- A good legacy brings diversity and modernity without betraying the spirit of the hero.
- Ultimate Fallout #4(1st of Miles) is a highly sought after key number.
- Each character refers to its file when it exists.
Frequently asked questions
It's a new character who takes the name and mantle of an existing hero (Miles Morales becomes Spider-Man, Wally West becomes Flash), often to bring diversity and renewal.
Miles Morales is the biggest recent success, which has become an icon in its own right.Wally West and Kamala Khan also appear at the top.
Yes: Dick Grayson as Nightwing and Wally West as Flash are often considered as important, or even more appreciated, than the characters whose mantle they took over.
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