Justice League
Superhero TeamJustice League / JL / The World's Greatest Heroes
[ˈdʒʌstɪs liːɡ] | Also known as: JLA, JLI
Noun
Proper noun
Teacher's Note: The Justice League is DC Comics' premier superhero team, first appearing in 1960. Understanding its members and history is essential for comic book fans.
Core Members
1Superman
Superman is the most powerful member with super strength and flight.
Superman is the most powerful member with super strength and flight.
2Batman
Batman provides tactical leadership and detective skills.
Batman provides tactical leadership and detective skills.
3Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman is an Amazon warrior with superhuman abilities.
Wonder Woman is an Amazon warrior with superhuman abilities.
4The Flash
The Flash has super-speed and can run faster than light.
The Flash has super-speed and can run faster than light.
5Aquaman
Aquaman rules Atlantis and commands marine life.
Aquaman rules Atlantis and commands marine life.
Teacher's Note: The Justice League roster has changed over the years, with members like Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter, and Cyborg also serving as core members at different times.
Key Storylines
1Origin
The Justice League formed to stop an alien invasion.
The Justice League formed to stop an alien invasion.
2Darkseid War
The League battles the cosmic tyrant Darkseid.
The League battles the cosmic tyrant Darkseid.
3Injustice
An alternate reality where Superman becomes a tyrant.
An alternate reality where Superman becomes a tyrant.
Common Terms
1Watchtower
The Watchtower is the League's orbital headquarters.
The Watchtower is the League's orbital headquarters.
2Hall of Justice
The Hall of Justice serves as their public headquarters.
The Hall of Justice serves as their public headquarters.
3Justice League Unlimited
Justice League Unlimited expanded the team to dozens of heroes.
Justice League Unlimited expanded the team to dozens of heroes.
4Justice League Dark
Justice League Dark handles supernatural threats.
Justice League Dark handles supernatural threats.
Teacher's Note: The Justice League has appeared in numerous media including comics, animated series, and live-action films. Their stories often explore themes of teamwork and heroism.