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While reading Beowulf the idea of a superhero versus a monster is prominent. Superhero's are used to show strength and leadership. Writers utilize the monsters to counteract the superheroes and show the contrast in each character's traits and actions. Showing this difference allows for the reader to relate to both the superhero and monster within the story. In Beowulf, Grendel is the monster and Beowulf kills him. Readers enjoy superheroes because they are relatable and resemble the "perfect" person. The superhero shows extreme leadership, for example Superman and Batman are prime examples of leaders that readers can aspire to. Depending on the individual Batman may be preferred over Superman or vice versa, this shows how the superhero is determined by the reader. These characters; Superman, Batman, and Beowulf, all portray the traits of a leader. They represent strength, bravery, and courage throughout their stories, giving the reader something to look up to and idolize.

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3ioxP4U_F8

Greenlightstars. “Batman vs Superman Standoff.”YouTube, YouTube, 16 Feb. 2016,       www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3ioxP4U_F8