55 Arrow-verse Superheroes, Ranked From Lame To Incredible

The Arrow-verse, as we like to call it, may only consist of four shows, but it is jam-packed with superheroes. For instance, you might expect a series called The Flash to just feature, well, The Flash. You would, however, be very wrong. Each of these shows typically has a team of regular heroes, plus an assorted group of those that come and go when the time is right.

Who are the best of the best, though? It's a great question and one we've figured out for you. After going through the entire Arrow-verse of shows, here are the 55 heroes we've met so far. Some of them are great, others are... I mean, you remember Hawkman, right?

Every superhero can't be a winner and that's a rule proven by the Arrow-verse time and time again. Some of them can, though, so we've gone ahead and ranked them. Do you agree with our take on these heroes? Sound off in the comments!

The more left unsaid about the first season of Legends of Tomorrow, the better. Hawkgirl's powers of flight, strength, and reincarnation are impressive but she doesn't bring much to the team outside of her ridiculous helmet.

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Hawkman doesn't have much to offer, either, with similar powers to his female counterpart and an equally silly costume.

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We've only seen Accelerated Man twice, but Earth-19's speedster and the leader of the Collectors is too cool not to include. He also happens to have a wildly different costume than Barry, which is refreshing.

This character's biggest problem is that Legends of Tomorrow has yet to find a decent fit for him. From his time as an overbearing team boss to his amnesia to his current rivals storyline, Rip needs to find a purpose and stick with it.

The Justice Society was, at first, an exciting prospect. Unfortunately, the team--including Obsidian--hasn't stuck around long enough to make any lasting impact.

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Like the rest of the Justice Society, there wasn't much of a chance for Hourman to shine. Still, as the leader of the group and the man who tracked down the Legends of Tomorrow, he's integral to their success.

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With the ability to see perfectly in the dark, Dr. Mid-Nite is an intriguing superhero that should be explored more. But like the rest of his Justice Society cohorts, he hasn't been featured in a major role.

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With the powers of flight and energy manipulation, Stargirl may be the most powerful member of her little-known Justice Society.

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Charlie will surely move up the list as time goes by, but she was first introduced as a villain that simply copied Amaya's body, which did not endear her to the Legends. Thankfully, as time goes by, she becomes more and more of a hero in her own right--and a true legend.

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It's easy to love James Olsen on Supergirl. His self-interested evolution to Guardian, however, has put both himself and Winn in danger, making him a questionable hero. Thankfully, he didn't last too long.

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What's not to love about Breacher? Danny Trejo's vibing metahuman from another Earth is Cisco's ex-girlfriend's dad and loves to torment The Flash's sidekick. We see him in action now and then, but his best superpower is clearly just being Danny Trejo.

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White Martian M'gann M'orzz is one of a few of her people who doesn't hate green Martians. Instead, she forms a powerful alliance with the Martian Manhunter that's cut short when she returns to her home planet.

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Being a master of disguise might not be the most useful superpower in this universe. That said, it comes in handy when Oliver Queen--or anybody--needs a decoy.

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While she hasn't adopted the name Katana on Arrow, Tatsu Yamashiro plays a significant role in Oliver Queen's flashbacks, even donning the character's signature mask. Still, it's hard to tell how useful she'd be as a team member. She's more of a lone wolf.

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Like the rest of the Justice Society, Commander Steel didn't stick around. He was there long enough to inspire his grandson to become Citizen Steel, though.

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Zari may not be an original member of the Legends of Tomorrow, but this hacker with a magical amulet has become a valuable member of the team.

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The third incarnation of the Canary is actually Wild Dog's daughter Zoe. In the seventh season of Arrow, a series of flash-forwards shows viewers what's become of Star City years from now--and it's not good. Thankfully, under the tutelage of Black Canary II, Zoe has become the latest Canary watching over Star City and is pretty good at it.

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While Jonah Hex is an expert marksman and usually does what's right--including being an ally to the Legends when needed--he's still a man of another era. Shooting bad guys dead makes him a better fit for the Wild West.

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This hero, who harnesses the life forces of various animals, has made appearances in animated shorts on CW Seed and in an episode of Arrow. With her power, she could have a big impact on her universe... if only she would return.

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Ragman has a silly name, but he brought something special to Team Arrow: actual superpowers. Unfortunately, when the mystical Devarim rags lost their power, he left the team.

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It's not often we get to see Brainy in action on Supergirl, but when we do--like his gravity-defying fight scene in Season 4--it's very impressive. Still, we need this member of The Legion to be in the fight more often.

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Deathstroke blurs the line between hero and villain, depending on where in the timeline his appearance takes place. But he always comes through for the Green Arrow when it matters most.

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Deadshot is another hero who walks the line of villainy. He does good things as part of the Suicide Squad but often in the worst way possible.

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If Spartan's son, Connor, was a regular fixture in this universe, he's surely be in the top ten. Sadly, he's only appeared once in a potential future, as the new Green Arrow.

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Earth-90's The Flash made a quick appearance in "Elseworlds" that has us excited for more. As it turns out, Earth-90 is evidently the one the 1990's The Flash TV show existed on, allowing John Wesley Shipp to step back into his old Flash suit and extend the DC TV universe's continuity even further.

Speedy replaced Arsenal on Team Arrow, but she was never meant to be a vigilante. She's since removed herself from that life--and Star City as a whole.

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Amaya is the only Justice Society member to become a major fixture in on Legends of Tomorrow, though she eventually left the team to return to her own time.

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Gypsy is still fairly new to the CW superhero universe. But with her ability to jump around the multiverse whenever Team Flash needs a little help, she's proving herself to be a valuable ally and, whether she likes it or not, a pretty good superhero.

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Roy Harper's journey to becoming Arsenal is as good as superhero origin stories get. A kid from the wrong side of the tracks, he trains under the Green Arrow. In doing so, Roy saves not only the city, but himself, too.

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The Prince of Daxam has an impressive list of superpowers, including invulnerability to Earth's weapons and accelerated healing. He didn't last too long, though, did he?

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We're torn up about XS. On one hand, she's growing up to be a very capable speedster hero--which The Flash has done time and again. However, she's also in league with Eobard Thawne in the future, which is bad news. That said, she's the daughter of Barry Allen. There has to be some goodness in there.

With the power to transform himself into solid steel and the drive to follow in the heroic footsteps of his grandfather, Commander Steel, Citizen Steel is on his way to being one of the greatest superheroes of all time. For now, though, he's sidelined at the Time Bureau.

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It's hard to figure out why Curtis chooses the life of a vigilante over running the operation behind the scenes. Still, as time goes by, he's proving himself a worthy hero in the field.

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Upon getting her speedster powers, she seemed to mature quickly. Now, as the hero of Earth-3, she's rarely seen. Hopefully, she'll continue to grow in the role.

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Like Oliver Queen, Dinah Drake was once lost in grief and seeking revenge. Hopefully, she'll continue to grow as a character and a hero.

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This newer recruit has proven himself a good student in the Green Arrow's style of vigilantism. Still, he has some maturing to do if he wants to rise up in the ranks.

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This universe's answer to Iron Man--a billionaire who creates his own suit of super armor--has become much more than that as the heart of the Legends. It's a welcome surprise to anyone who watched Season 3 of Arrow.

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Constantine was a great superhero even before arriving on The CW thanks to his one-season NBC series. Now, as a full member of the Legends of Tomorrow, Constantine continues to be amazing.

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While some may want to debate Felicity's status as a superhero, she's been given a hero's nickname--Overwatch. The Green Arrow would be utterly lost without her guiding the way.

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Like his best friend Heat Wave, Cold got his start as a villain before becoming a hero. While Cold's death prevents him from reaching his full potential, his sacrifice still registers as a powerful final deed.

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The Flash of Earth Three is not only a terrific hero but also the mentor Barry has needed. If only he could be around more often.

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Let's be honest, here. Batwoman is the future of the Arrow-verse. After being introduced to the female Caped Crusader and this universe's version of Gotham City, it was clear why she needed her own show.

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Killer Frost may have started off on the more villainous path, but she's clearly become one of the most important pieces of the Team Flash puzzle.

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It wasn't smooth sailing when Jefferson Jackson and Martin Stein first joined together to become Firestorm. But now that they've figured out how to work together to harness their powers, it's hard to image Legends without them.

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Though he was introduced as a villain on The Flash, Heat Wave's inclusion in Legends of Tomorrow--along with his reckless attitude and twisted sense of humor--has made him a fan-favorite.

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While Wally is still a relatively new speedster, he's already a powerful member of the team--perhaps more so than The Flash himself. Kid Flash's future is bright.

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Though he initially keeps his identity secret, J'onn J'onzz is Supergirl's most powerful ally and a terrific mentor in the ways of being a hero to the world. With his abilities, J'onn plays a major role in keeping National City safe.

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At first, Cisco is horrified by his ability to manipulate dimensional energy. But now that he bridges the multiverse, he's a key player of Team Flash and seems to have fun with his powers.

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Originally wanting to honor her fallen sister, the Black Canary--one of the Green Arrow's most trusted allies--quickly became a hero in her own right. Sadly, she is killed by Damien Darhk.

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John Diggle's evolution from Oliver Queen's bodyguard to Spartan is one of Arrow's greatest joys. He doesn't have superpowers or a quest for vengeance powering him. Instead, Spartan becomes a superhero because he wants to make the world a better place.

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The fact that the world's most iconic superhero exists in these shows is special enough. This version of Superman, however, is exactly what fans expect: He's positive, helpful, and always there for his cousin Supergirl.

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Following her resurrection, Sara Lance has taken up the mantle of White Canary to fight evil throughout time. She was a danger before, but transformed, she's a true leader of her team.

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The Maiden of Might is a powerful force to be reckoned with in National City. Given that she exists on a different Earth than the rest of The CW's DC shows, it puts her in more danger too. Still, it's nothing the Kryptonian can't handle.

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The CW's first DC superhero is also one of its best. The Green Arrow protects his city from both common thieves and would-be world-destroyers with magical powers.

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The Scarlet Speedster is the very definition of superhero, always willing to do whatever it takes to save the day. The fastest man alive is exactly what every superhero should aspire to be: selfless, respectable, and unwilling to cross the line.

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