Summary
When fans think of the DC Universe’s most ripped Kryptonians, their minds typically go straight toSuperman, often bypassingPower Girland the other female members of the Super-Family. While there’s no denying that Kal-El is a muscle-bound hero, official art for an upcoming comic has now positioned Paige Stetler as DC’s beefiest Kryptonian, finally giving Power Girl the character design she has always deserved.
Power Girl often appears with a more modest physique that doesn’t do justice to her Kryptonian heritage.
On June 21, 2025, fans can grab a copy of Leah Williams and Adriana Melo’sPower Girl#14, which will also feature some stunning variant covers. One standout is Miguel Mercado’s cover, showcasing Paige’s impressive Kryptonian physique.
POWER GIRL #14 (2024)
Variant Covers:
Miguel Mercado & Simone Di Meo
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In Mercado’s art, Power Girl wears her signature white bodysuit and blue gloves, complete with her red Superman-inspired cape-jacket. What sets this cover apart isthe emphasis on Paige’s massive bicep as she flexes, highlighting the extraordinary power and strength of the Earth-Two Kryptonian.
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Cover Art forPower Girl#14 Gives Paige Stetler the Bulging Muscles She’s Always Deserved
Cover B Miguel Mercado Card Stock Variant forPower Girl#14
Power Girl is one of the most powerful heroes in the Superman familyand ranks third on Screen Rant’s list of thestrongest female characters in the DC Universe. Hence, it’s only fitting that Paige’s appearance reflects her immense strength. Given that the male members of the Super-Family are often depicted with physiques that surpass peak human standards, it makes sense for Paige’s body to also embody this level of extraordinary fitness. Mercado’s cover achieves this perfectly, showcasing Power Girl with veiny biceps that are as large as some people’s heads.
In many ways, this is the character design Paige has always deserved. It not only aligns with how her male Kryptonian counterparts are typically portrayed but also reflects her personality—her muscles serving as a physical representation of her strong-willed and sometimes cocky nature. It would be great to see this beefed-up version of Power Girl become the standard portrayal, as Paige often appears with a more modest form that doesn’t do justice to her Kryptonian heritage. WithPower Girl#14 marking Adriana Melo’s debut on the series, it will be intriguing to see if the artist presents Paige in all her muscle-bound glory.
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Cover C Simone Di Meo Card Stock Variant forPower Girl#14
Power Girl is essentially a more powerful version of Supergirl, possessing all the same abilities as Kara, but with each one magnified and perfected beyond Supergirl’s capabilities. Additionally, Paige hails from Earth-2, where Kryptonite does not exist, making her invulnerable to the green rock unlike Kara. In some interpretations, Power Girl also has the power of telekinesis, a capability not even Superman possesses. These comparisons only strengthen the argument thatPower Girl’soutward appearance should reflect a physique more akin toSuperman’smuscle-bound form.
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Power Girl #14will be released on June 20, 2025, from DC Comics!
