Was this strip originally posted around Halloween time? If so, is it possible the Stupendous Man costume was originally intended as a Halloween costume?
S for “stupendous”! T for “tiger, ferocity of”! U for “underwear, red”! P for “power, incredible”! E for “excellent physique”! N for… um.. something. Well, he’ll come back to that. D for “determination”! U for… wait, how do you spell this? Is it “I”??
Wow- I didn’t realize Stupendous Man was this late in the run. As a big comic book fan, he was always my favorite of Calvin’s characters. Sadly, they didn’t really have enough “Supervillain Names” to go around with the cast.
BE THIS GUY over 5 years ago
The suit helps avoid lawsuits.
Sugar Bombs 95 over 5 years ago
Was this strip originally posted around Halloween time? If so, is it possible the Stupendous Man costume was originally intended as a Halloween costume?
The Calvinosaurus That Calvin Wanted To Discover over 5 years ago
Calvin should commit crimes if he’s in the mood to look for them.
Bilan over 5 years ago
Fighting crime? It’s so that he can throw buckeyes at Suzie without being id’ed.
codycab over 5 years ago
Ok Calvin, now go get some candy.
enigmamz over 5 years ago
Enter: Stupendous Man!
Templo S.U.D. over 5 years ago
S for “stupendous”! T for “tiger, ferocity of”! U for “underwear, red”! P for “power, incredible”! E for “excellent physique”! N for… um.. something. Well, he’ll come back to that. D for “determination”! U for… wait, how do you spell this? Is it “I”??
Johnny Q Premium Member over 5 years ago
Mom will soon regret her creation…
sirbadger over 5 years ago
Maybe he can find the boy who threw a snowball at Susie and tackle him.
jagedlo over 5 years ago
Is he now the Dork Knight?
Alexander the Good Enough over 5 years ago
I believe that that pesky tiger asks far too many questions…
Lenavid over 5 years ago
Secret identities are to protect the super-heroes’ loved ones from dastardly criminals.
cubswin2016 over 5 years ago
Not all superheros have secret identities. The Fantastic Four comes to mind.
Jabroniville Premium Member over 5 years ago
Wow- I didn’t realize Stupendous Man was this late in the run. As a big comic book fan, he was always my favorite of Calvin’s characters. Sadly, they didn’t really have enough “Supervillain Names” to go around with the cast.
A Hip loving Canadian... over 5 years ago
Cool, Calvin is all set for his first wrastling match.
ForrestOverin over 5 years ago
“Because if they knew my identity, they wouldn’t take me seriously! Is that why ALL super heroes have secret identities?!?”
GoBlue over 5 years ago
https://calvinandhobbes.fandom.com/wiki/Stupendous_Man
coffeeturtle over 5 years ago
A hero’s greatest weakness is having vulnerable family members
BiggerNate91 over 5 years ago
Finally, the true first appearance of Stupendous Man!
SweetSinger over 5 years ago
Loving Calvin’s self-image in Panel 2.
Diat60 over 5 years ago
That is one smart tiger!
Nuke Road Warrior over 5 years ago
The reason Calvin needs a secret identity, is because he’s the one respnsible for the crime wave.
oakie817 over 5 years ago
I told everyone today, my costume is so much scarier than yours…they said you’re not in a costume…I replied oh yes I am…i’m dressed as a telemarketer
paullp Premium Member over 5 years ago
Love it! Every little kid’s dream, and the jumping off point for some of the best Calvin & Hobbes strips.