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Superheroes have special powers. But sometimes, the powers are not enough. Sometimes they need some help from tools. There are many tools that they might use.
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Some heroes need a suit. They spend their day in normal clothes. But when they are needed, they wear their superhero suit. Their suit gives them their powers.
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Superman needs his suit. Without his suit, he is weak!
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Lots of superheroes wear a cloak. Superman was the first hero. He was created in 1938. He wore a big red cloak. Since then, many others wear cloaks too.
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Some heroes wear cloaks to help them fly. It lets them glide through the air.
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Superheroes wear masks. Masks can hide their faces. Many superheroes don't want to be known. Their mask keeps them safe.
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A utility belt is a useful item. Belts can hold many useful tools.
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Batman wears a belt. His belt has special items like metal bats. He throws them at his enemies. His belt has a camera to film criminals. He catches them in the act.
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Superheroes have special magical items. These items give them their powers.
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Wonder Woman is a hero. She has magical bracelets. Her bracelets protect her from bullets. She has the Lasso of Truth. Anyone she captures with it must tell the truth.
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Green Lantern is a hero. He has a magical ring. It can be used as a weapon. It can create fire. It can keep him safe.
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Jack O’Lantern is a hero. He has a magical lantern. It can make a bright light. It can make fire. It can make fog.
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Superman can use his eyes as a weapon. He can send lasers from them. He can start fires. He can burn metal.
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Some superheroes carry powerful weapons. Hawkeye carries a bow and arrows to fight his enemies. It is a magic bow. It is strong.
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Superheroes are powerful. But they still need their tools. What tool would you like to have?