List of fictional humanoid species in comics


This is a list of fictional humanoid species in comics, and is subsidiary to the Lists of humanoids. It is a collection of various notable humanoid species that are featured in comics, including comic strips, comic book publications or manga.
SpeciesFirst appearancePublisherNotes
DaxamiteSuperboy #89 DC ComicsThe Daxamites are a humanoid species originating from the planet Daxam. They possess a similar appearance and abilities to Kryptonians, but are vulnerable to lead rather than kryptonite.
Guardians of the UniverseGreen Lantern #1 DC ComicsAlternatively known as the Guardians or Oans, the Guardians of the Universe are a blue-skinned humanoid species who were among the first sentient life to evolve. Originally the size of a human, the Guardians evolved into shorter forms after migrating to the planet Oa.
KreeFantastic Four #65 Marvel ComicsAlso known as the Ruul, the Kree originate from the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud. They resemble humans, but have either blue or pink skin and thrive in environments rich in nitrogen. The Kree cannot survive under Earth's atmosphere, which has less nitrogen than Hala, without using artificial life-support devices.
KryptonianAction Comics #1 DC ComicsA humanoid species from the planet Krypton. Kryptonians are physically indistinguishable from humans, but possess a variety of superpowers fueled by solar energy.
Homo mermanusMotion Picture Funnies Weekly #1 Marvel ComicsAn aquatic species from the underwater kingdom of Atlantis. The most notable member of the race is Namor the Sub-Mariner.
New GodsNew Gods #1 DC ComicsA humanoid species from the planets New Genesis and Apokolips. The two planets were once one planet called Urgrund, which was split in two during the events of Ragnarök and the death of the Old Gods.
OlympianJourney into Mystery Annual #1 Marvel ComicsA species in the Marvel Comics universe, based loosely on the Twelve Olympians and other deities of Greek mythology.
Pillar MenJoJo's Bizarre Adventure part 2: "Battle Tendency"
Chapter 46: #12		Weekly Shōnen JumpAn Aztec race of humanoid creatures that are the main antagonists in the second arc of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
Rock HumansJoJo's Bizarre Adventure part 8: "JoJolion" Ultra JumpA species that are similar to humans, but have a silicon-based physiology. They follow a 1-3 month hibernation period, starting at different times on an individual basis.
Shi'arX-Men #97 Marvel ComicsA humanoid species with avian traits whose empire is situated close to the Skrull and Kree empires. They were created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum.
SkrullFantastic Four #2 Marvel ComicsA humanoid species from the planet Skrullos. They are similar to humans, but possess green skin, pointed ears, and shapeshifting abilities.
ThanagarianFlash Comics #1 DC ComicsAn advanced science-based species from the planet Thanagar, which orbits the star Polaris. Thanagar is run by a single government called the Ruling Council.
WatchersFantastic Four #13 Marvel ComicsA humanoid species who are among the oldest species in the universe. They watch over the events of the multiverse and have a clause that prevents them from interfering.