Wasp

The Wasp, whose real name is Janet van Dyne, is a significant female superhero in Marvel Comics. She first appeared in Tales to Astonish #44 (June 1963), created by Stan Lee, Ernie Hart, and Jack Kirby. As a founding member of the Avengers, she is known for her ability to shrink to a height of several centimeters, fly using insectoid wings, and fire bioelectric energy blasts. She is usually depicted as the partner of Hank Pym (Ant-Man), later becoming his wife. Beyond her superhero identity, Janet is a fashion designer and socialite. She is recognized not only for her prowess in battle but also for her fashion sense and leadership abilities. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Michelle Pfeiffer portrays the older Janet van Dyne, while Evangeline Lilly plays the original character Hope van Dyne, who takes on the mantle of the Wasp. Janet van Dyne has variations across different universes, but she's consistently portrayed as a strong, intelligent, and independent female character.