Counter-Stereotypes The female stereotypes in Storm are less conspicuous than in other comic books. This perhaps is due to societal pressure of gender equality. One way this comic counters common generalizations about females is that there is a woman in charge. Women are not typically known to hold positions of power, yet storm is a goddess who has a decent number of loyal followers. Contrary to societal expectations that women should be socially sensitive, Storm is anything but. As previously mentioned, Ahadi spoke out against Storm’s cruel tactics, and when it backfired, he had an internal thought “…she knew compassion. But now that she holds the world in her icy wings, she knows only judgement.” (McLaurin, 1995) When the group begins …show more content…
The presence of heroines and female authority in Storm could potentially captivate a larger group of women and girls. With men primarily portrayed as the authoritative figures, females can feel like they’re inadequate to hold positions of power, but Storm thwarts that ideology. The Phoenix’s aggressive leadership style, however, can give girls the wrong idea on how to effectively lead if they were to hold a position of power. Her assertiveness may also introduce the belief to boys that women are not capable of withstanding the pressures that come with power, therefore they shouldn’t be placed in those positions. A possible positive effect of Storm is how the team of men and women worked together. It places a good example for men, women, boys, and girls on working together effectively while striving to achieve a common goal. In the process of the team trying to destroy the cloned Storm, they all collectively put in enormous effort, and their gender differences were not mentioned or even thought about. While Storm can potentially be a motivating comic for girls and women, Blaze falls short on the feminism spectrum. Although there is a lack of female influence in Blaze, the hero himself is admirable in his effort to save and protect his children. Unfortunately, it is common in these times that men have kids and fail to step up to perform fatherly duties – Blaze is a great role model to these men going far lengths to save his children from Icebox Bob. Perhaps this comic can spark their interest in becoming a great