Summary
- Female representation in The Avengers is crucial, with characters like Jane Foster, Storm, and Wanda Maximoff showcasing their heroism and power.
- Kamala Khan’s optimism and belief in using her powers for good make her stand out as Marvel’s first Muslim superhero on The Avengers.
- Natalia Romanova’s determination, leadership, and sacrifice solidify her as one of the best female members of The Avengers, both in comics and the MCU.
The Avengers are one of the biggest superhero teams ever assembled. Within the comics, The Avengers has had multiple iterations with members changing over time. With the creation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the team of Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Black Widow, The Hulk, and Hawkeye became internationally recognized with a box office haul of $1.5 billion worldwide. The franchise continued to go from strength to strength with Avengers Endgame becoming the second highest-grossing movie of all time, cementing its place as one of the most iconic superhero teams to grace the big screen.
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Debuting over six decades ago with The Avengers #1, with a team including Ant-Man, Iron Man, The Hulk, The Wasp, and Thor, female characters have often joined the ranks of The Avengers team, displaying their heroism and powers. So, who are the best female heroes to be part of The Avengers?
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Jane Foster (Thor)
The Goddess Of Thunder
- First introduced in Journey Into Mystery #84
- Joined The Avengers in All-New All-Different Avengers
Jane Foster was introduced in Journey Into Mystery #84 as a love interest for Thor as a nurse to Dr. Donald Blake, the human host to Thor. Over the years, Jane has become immortal, had that immortality stripped and, most importantly, been deemed worthy of holding Mjölnir and possessing the powers of the God of Thunder.
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Following her diagnosis of breast cancer, Mjölnir calls to Jane Foster, granting her the power of Thor, but with the caveat that every time she uses them her cancer accelerates. In All-New All-Different Avengers, Jane Foster agrees to help form The Avengers team following Secret Wars and defend the White House from a Hydra attack. Being a hero, despite knowing it would eventually kill her, proves the heroism of Jane Foster and makes her a firm placement on this list.
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Ororo Monroe (Storm)
A Powerful Member Of Both The X-Men And The Avengers
- First appeared in Giant-Size X-Men #1
- Joined The Avengers in The Avengers #17
Storm has proved to be a valuable member of the X-Men since her introduction in Giant-Size X-Men #1, possessing powers that allow her to control the weather and the atmosphere, being one of the most powerful mutants in the comics. Having teamed up with The Avengers in the past, in 2024, Storm became an official member in The Avengers #17.
Following the fall of Krakoa, Captain America enlists Storm to join The Avengers, being a voice for mutants on the team of the World’s Mightiest Heroes. As the World’s Mightiest Mutant, Storm’s recent addition to the team, in addition to her long history with the X-Men, makes her one of the best female Avengers.
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Wanda Maximoff (Scarlet Witch)
An Incredibly Powerful Avengers Mainstay
- First appeared in Uncanny X-Men #4
- Joined The Avengers in The Avengers #16
One of the most powerful characters in the Marvel Universe, Wanda Maximoff can warp reality and has been a member of The Avengers for over sixty years despite at times switching sides and becoming one of their biggest threats.
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Wanda’s power makes her a formidable ally able to save the world with ease. But this power has also led Wanda down darker paths, including the infamous moment where she uttered the words “no more mutants.” Her abilities and long-serving nature make Wanda one of the best female members of The Avengers.
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Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel)
Marvel’s First Muslim Superhero
- First appearance in Captain Marvel #14
- Joined The Avengers in All-New All-Different Avengers
Kamala Khan quickly became a groundbreaking superhero for Marvel, being the first Muslim superhero to join The Avengers. Having grown up idolizing Captain Marvel, when Kamala got her powers she took to action looking to help protect the people of Jersey.
Khan’s idealistic worldview defines her character, facing challenges with optimism and believing her powers can be used to make the world a better place. Upon joining The Avengers, she was mentored by older members of the team while battling with Kang the Conqueror, before becoming disillusioned with the team in Civil War II. With her unbridled optimism, Kamala Khan earns her spot as one of the best female members of The Avengers.
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Natalia Romanova (Black Widow)
The Super-Spy Who Joined The Avengers
Natalia Romanova, also known as Natasha Romanoff, became iconic as a founding member of The Avengers in the MCU. Coming from a tortured past as a former KGB agent trained in the Red Room to becoming one of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes.
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Natalia earns her position on this list due to her determination and tactical nous, leading The Avengers in the comics in the 90s while becoming their leader in the MCU following the events of Avengers: Infinity War. Her self-sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame gave her a tragic end that pulled at the heartstrings of fans. For all the reasons stated, Natalia Romanova is one of the best female members of The Avengers.
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Janet Van Dyne (The Wasp)
The Hero That Named The Avengers
- First appeared in Tales to Astonish #44
- Founding member featured in Avengers #1
When The Avengers were formed, the team featured the presence of both Hank Pym’s Ant-Man and Janet Van Dyne as The Wasp, being the only female founding member of The Avengers. Her story became intrinsically linked with both Pym and The Avengers at the end of Avengers #1 when, after defeating Loki, she named the superhero team.
Since 1963, Van Dyne has featured as part of The Avengers in multiple capacities, even serving as Chairperson of The Avengers, leading the team into battle against various threats. Due to her historical importance to the team, and the history of leadership, Janet Van Dyne is one of the most important and best female characters ever to be part of The Avengers.
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Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel)
One Of The Strongest Characters In The Marvel Universe
- First appeared in Marvel Super-Heroes #12
- Joined The Avengers in The Avengers #183
Perhaps the strongest Avenger, Captain Marvel has been a Marvel mainstay since her first appearance in 1968, going on to join The Avengers in 1979. With an incredible power set used to save other planets within the Marvel Universe.
Over time, Carol Danvers has saved countless worlds from catastrophic events and has protected Earth many times alongside The Avengers. Following the events of Civil War, Danvers led The Mighty Avengers to defeat a resurgent Ultron while displaying her military background and incredible skills. With her combination of power, tactical knowledge, and leadership skills, Carol Danvers is the best female hero to be a part of The Avengers.
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