Marvel vs. DC: Your State’s Favorite Comics

The situation gets more interesting when you look at individual superheroes.

One state, Utah, celebrates both sides of the universe, with Captain America and Batman ranking as residents“ favorite superheroes from either universe. Utahns rejoice every time they spot any Marvel or DC superhero.

Some states possibly base their favorite characters on location.

New York, for example, follows Daredevil.

Virginia, only a few hours away by train, likes Daredevil“s occasional colleague Luke Cage.

Hawaii also seems to favor a location-based superhero: Aquaman, who arises from the lost city of Atlantis.

Michigan acts similarly in its fandom for the Canadian Wolverine.

Other states adopt characters without seeming rhyme or reason.

Florida, for instance, claims the Hulk, but the hero originates from Dayton, Ohio.

Oklahoma also makes an intriguing choice, Green Arrow of Star City.

New Mexico follows a similar, undecipherable trajectory. There, people belong equally to DC and Marvel in the persons of Catwoman and Black Widow.

 

Other Favorite Characters by State

 

 

 

 

 

DC and Marvel Comics Trivia

Besides the state-based information about favorite superheroes, other trivia could serve you in good stead as you wait to see the newest Marvel or DC film. Use this information to entertain friends or strike up conversations with people standing in line next to you:

• If you“re already excited about Black Panther, prepare for additional excitement. This character was the first black superhero.
• Many people assume Superman and Captain America were the first published comic book heroes. They“re not. That honor belongs to Mandrake the Magician, a magician with hypnotic hands.
• On a related note, Superman isn“t the oldest DC superhero. To find that character, look for Doctor Occult, a detective who possesses powers similar to those of Doctor Strange.
• For Marvel, the first superhero was an android version of the Human Torch. You may or may not count this hero since it was published underneath Marvel“s original moniker, Timely.
• The first female superhero, Fantomah, fights as a skull-faced creature with a host of supernatural powers. She“s no longer around but can be thought of as the foundation of the Wonder Woman and Black Widow you know today.
• Marvel and DC usually vie for a top-comics spot. But Marvel edged out DC recently, thanks to the addition of Star Wars.
• If you want to know the highest-grossing comic book movie series to date, Business Insider delivers a detailed answer. The Batman film franchise secures the foremost position at nearly $3.5 billion; the X-Men film franchise places second.

Now you know your state“s favorite comics and superheroes. Do you agree or disagree with the results? If you disagree, which DC or Marvel character is your favorite? Share your thoughts in the comments or on social.