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Relatable Heroism

Artistic twists on superheros put consumers on the same level as their icons

Implications - Altering the pop culture-obsessed population’s view on superheroes, artists are providing a more realistic perspective on these admired individuals and therefore making them more relatable to consumers. By giving these godly characters a humanistic twist, businesses bridge the gap between hero and man, letting consumers feel less intimidated by their pop culture icons and find more appeal in the products they endorse.
Trend Themes
1. Humanized Superheroes - Artists are providing a more realistic perspective on superheroes making them more relatable to consumers.
2. Twisted Superhero Characters - Illustrators are reimagining superheroes in edgier and unconventional versions.
3. Violent Superheroes - Superhero illustrations now show a different, edgier and darker side of traditional comic book characters.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment Industry - The entertainment industry can create popular TV series, movies, and even merchandise featuring these new superheros to target a wider audience.
2. Comic Book Industry - The comic book industry can adopt these new iterations of characters in order to appeal to readers wanting to consume more unconventional or realistic stories.
3. Printing Industry - Artists and creators can utilize print-on-demand services to sell their unique illustrations to a wider audience.
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