philippos42

So I saw someone commenting on the new Supergirl series and that cover with the sword.


I'm not actually that bothered by superhero characters that don't generally carry swords/spears having the odd cover with a dramatic sword/spear pose. So, you know, whatever my issues with Tom King, that kind of thing is probably fine.

That said,

• Modern-day superhero characters who should carry swords or spears:
Katana
Sir Justin (Shining Knight classic)
Ystin (Shining Knight modern)
Swordsman
Swordswoman
Black Knight (Dane Whitman)
the Dora Milaje
Deadpool
um...Gamora?

• Characters who can sometimes carry swords or spears:
Hippolyta
Artemis Requiem (bow preferred)
random background Amazons
Colleen Wing
Kitty Pryde (as instant ninja)
Hulkling (as King of Space)
Nightcrawler (épée or similar)

• Characters who really don't need to be carrying swords or spears:
characters who have another piece for the dominant hand (lariat, net, gun, throwable shield, etc.)
characters who are already super tough without (the Thing, Hulk, etc.)
basically most modern-day superheroes