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Marvel supporting characters that eventually got the spotlight

Marvel Supporting Characters That Became Superheroes

Marvel Supporting Characters That Became Superheroes

Though starting out in supporting roles, these heroes proved that they could stand alongside Marvel's best in battle.

www.cbr.com

Interesting article here from CBR listing characters that launched in supporting or sidekick roles (e.g. War Machine to Iron Man) but became more prominent, sometimes leading the main comic for a limited run (e.g. Jane Foster as Thor). Perhaps certain writers had a clear vision of where to take the character or perhaps they were always interesting enough to carry a run from their inception and fan interest just kept building.

It raises the question: which other comic-book characters are ready for their turn in the spotlight? Do you agree with CBR's picks or would you add others of your own?

Created at 1:29pm, 24th September, 2024. Page last updated at 9:40pm, 24th September, 2024.