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Superhuman strength is a superpower commonly invoked in fiction and other literary works, such as mythology. A fictionalized representation of the phenomenon of hysterical strength , it is the power to exert force and lift weights beyond what is physically possible for an ordinary human being .
Must be a defining trait – Characters with access to vast powers (such as magical spells, advanced technology and genetic engineering) who are theoretically capable of this superhuman feature or ability – but who have neither made regular use nor provided a notable example of this extraordinary or supernatural feat – are not listed here.
Tibetan oracles, such as the Nechung Kuten or Sungma Balung, [11] are reported to display superhuman strength during possession. Eyewitnesses described the Nechung Oracle wearing an 36-or-41-kilogram (80 or 90 lb) headdress, that normally outside the trance could break his neck. [12]
Fictional characters with superhuman strength (7 C, 207 P) T. Fictional characters who can teleport (4 C, 87 P) Fictional characters who can manipulate time (3 C, 120 P)
The related concept of a super race refers to an entire category of beings with the same or varying superhuman characteristics, created from present-day human beings by deploying various means such as eugenics, euthenics, genetic engineering, nanotechnology, and/or brain–computer interfacing to accelerate the process of human evolution.
There is no rigid definition of a "superpower." In popular culture, it is often associated with unusual abilities such as flight, super-strength, super-speed, invulnerability or psionics. However, it can also describe natural abilities that reach the peak of human potential, such as advanced intelligence or weapon proficiency. [2] [3] [4]
Pages in category "Anime and manga characters with superhuman strength" The following 118 pages are in this category, out of 118 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
Pages in category "DC Comics characters with superhuman strength" The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 532 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. (previous page)