Superhero Origin Story: a personalized comic book gift
Every hero starts somewhere, and theirs might start with a radioactive houseplant or a suspicious smoothie. This is the origin story of someone you already think is extraordinary: the moment the powers appear, the clumsy first test flight, the costume sewn from a shower curtain and the night they finally step into the light. Their face is on every page, mask and all. Tell us their job and their funny habit, and the story can turn them into powers they never knew they had. A custom comic book for the person who deserves a cape.
Create this comicWho it is for
For the partner, best friend or coworker who quietly saves the day; perfect for birthdays, promotions, graduations and big thank-you moments.
What can happen in the story
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A mishap at your hero's day job leaves them glowing faintly green and able to hear what microwaves are thinking.
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Their first test flight ends headfirst in a hedge, wearing a homemade costume that was a shower curtain this morning.
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On the splash page, your hero swoops in, catches a falling tram and shouts their catchphrase: KA-BLAM!
How it is made
- 1. Add your hero.A clear photo, a first name and a few fun answers: their job, their catchphrase, a funny habit, an inside joke or two.
- 2. Pick a story idea.We write three Superhero Origin Story story ideas from your answers. Pick one and see the cover and the first page for free.
- 3. Read it, then print it.The eBook is $7.99 and ready in about 15 minutes. Print the hardcover if you love it.
Questions about this comic
Can their superpower come from their real job or hobby?
That is the best way to do it. Fill in their job, hobbies and what they know more about than anyone, and the story is written around those answers, so a nurse might get healing hands and a barista might get super speed. You can also suggest a specific power in the 'anything special' field.
Can I give them a superhero name?
Yes. Write the hero name, or the nickname you already call them, in the 'anything special' field and it can be worked into the story. Real superhero characters and their logos are off limits, so the costume and emblem are original, which means the name is all theirs too.