To create this ranking of the 50 Most Powerful Superheroes, we devised a 100-point system that rated each character in nine categories: Cultural Impact, Bankability, Design, Modern Relevance, Mythology, Nemeses, Originality, Personality, and Powers. We gave each category a maximum score of 10 points, with one exception: Cultural Impact.
The power of a superhero is defined most by this quality, so we measured it on a 20-point scale to weigh the final list in favor of characters who have the deepest cultural footprints.
We then assembled a team of EW’s hardcore superhero experts and had them individually score 155 characters in each category. Those composite category scores were then added together to create an overall power total for each character. This determined our final 50 and each character’s position on the list.
The result, we believe, is the most precise and comprehensive superhero ranking ever created. We’ve already revealed Wonder Woman as our No. 1 pick, but now, we’re taking a look at the top 10. (To see the full rundown, pick up EW’s special double-issue on Friday.)
10. The Flash
9. Black Panther
8. The Hulk
7. Cap
6. @Ironman
5. Logan
4. Superman
3. Batman
2. Spidey
1. Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman tops EW's list of the 50 Most Powerful (and Influential) Superheroes
50 Most Powerful Superheroes list: EW ranks the Top 10
Based off their criteria Batman should be number 1