Summary
SupergirlKara Zor-El has achieved a level of legendary status comparable to Hercules, earning an honor that evenSupermanhas yet to receive. What’s particularly exceptional about this new accolade is that it might prove the Maiden of Might is even more renowned intergalactically than her cousin—a revelation that will undoubtedly surprise some fans.
Supergirl’s status now transcends that of Earthly heroes, marking her as a figure of cosmic renown.
Tom King, Bilquis Evely, and Mat Lopes have once again elevated Kara to new heights in theirSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrow(2021-2022) run. In Issue #7, Kara faces off against the Brigands, a ruthless society of genocidal pirates wreaking havoc across the galaxy.
While the battle is fierce and significant, it is Ruthye Marye Knoll’s retrospective narration that truly highlights Supergirl’s legendary status. Through Ruthye’s account,Kara’s confrontation with the Brigands is immortalized as the"Battle of Capes,“a clash that would be the subject of numerous epic poems—an honor as monumental as anything Hercules himself might receive.
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Supergirl Earns Intergalactic Legendary Status By Becoming the Subject of Numerous Epic Poems
In her narration, Ruthye observes, “This of course became the celebrated Battle of Capes, which is the subject of a number of fine epic poems, as well as quite a few shoddy ones.”This remark does more than elevate Supergirl to Hercules-like legendary status; it pushes her beyond it.While Hercules is commonly associated with epic poetry and heroism on Earth, Supergirl’s legend has expanded to an intergalactic scale. Her status now transcends that of Earthly heroes, marking her as a figure of cosmic renown.
As impressive as it is that Supergirl is the subject and inspiration for multiple galaxy-wide epic poems, Ruthye injects a bit of humor by quoting some cringe-worthy verses:“The yellow of her hair, the red of her lip; the wreckage and ruin of every ship.”While the idea of being immortalized in such grand works is undeniably cool, it’s easy to picture Kara cringing at these overly flowery lines.Although“the wreckage and ruin of every ship”is undeniably badass, the rest of the verse might feel excessive. Despite its inherent cringeness, this remainsa significant honor for Supergirl.
Tom King’sSupergirl: Woman of TomorrowRun Officially Liberated Kara From Superman’s Shadow
This honor of inspiring multiple epic poems known across the galaxy is just one of many examples in King’sSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrowthat liberate Kara from her cousin’s shadow. WithSuperman being such an iconic heroboth in the DCU and in the eyes of fans, it was a nearly impossible task for King to establish Kara as more than just “Superman’s cousin.” Yet, by showcasingSupergirl’sachievements and recognizing her own merit in such an astounding way, King has allowed readers to see Kara as a distinct and formidable hero in the DCU, free fromSuperman’sshadow.
Supergirl
Supergirl is a popular DC character that made her debut in May 1959 in the pages of Action Comics #252. Many characters have taken on the mantle of Supergirl over the years, but the most popular iteration of the character is Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin. Supergirl has appeared in many comics, video games, movies, and TV shows over the years, most notably the 1984 Supergirl movie starring Helen Slater and The CW’s Supergirl show with Melissa Benoist.
