- How to get Superman: Roll for him as a Mythic-tier hero, the game's rarest pull category.
- Roll odds: Mythic heroes drop at roughly 0.3%–1% per roll, boosted during rate-up banners.
- Free rolls: Redeem active codes and complete daily quests to stockpile rolls before pulling.
- Best strategy: Save rolls in batches and pull during limited-time Mythic banners.
- After you get him: Train Power and Speed first, then rebalance around Battle IQ for PvP.
How Superman's Mythic Rarity Works
In Build a Superhero, every hero comes from the game's gacha-style rolling system, and Superman sits in the Mythic rarity — the highest tier in the game. That means getting him is a matter of odds management, not skill: you need rolls, patience, and ideally a rate-up banner to tip the probabilities in your favor.
Superman is widely considered the strongest all-round carry in the game. His raw Power and Speed are the best baseline stats available, making him the go-to target for players spending saved rolls.
Here's how each rarity tier compares so you know exactly what you're rolling against:
| Rarity | Roll Chance | Stat Profile | Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mythic | ~0.3%–1% per roll | 90+ base stats, exclusive traits | Save for rate-up banners |
| Legendary | ~2%–5% per roll | High 70s to low 90s | Best value tier |
| Epic | ~8%–15% per roll | High 60s to low 80s | Early/mid-game carries |
| Rare | ~15%–20% per roll | Above-average, basic traits | Training bridges only |
| Common | 50%+ per roll | Baseline ~50 stats | Starting hero, fusion material |
Never spend rolls one at a time on the standard banner. Mythic rate-up events dramatically improve your odds — hoarding rolls until a boosted Superman banner appears is the single biggest factor in actually landing him.
Why Superman Is Worth the Rolls
Superman earns his S-tier spot in every credible tier list. While Batman wins the viral Battle IQ debate, Superman dominates through sheer stat totals that scale better into late-game content than any other hero.
Raw Power
- Best base Power in the game
- Straightforward brute-force playstyle
- Excellent late-game carry
Elite Speed
- Very High speed tier
- Controls open fights easily
- Great for PvE farming routes
Mythic Scaling
- Top-tier stat growth with training
- Strongest all-round carry pick
- Fits most build archetypes
For a quick head-to-head against his biggest rival:
| Aspect | Superman | Batman |
|---|---|---|
| Rarity | Mythic | Mythic |
| Power | Very High — best in game | High |
| Battle IQ | Above average | Exceptional — defining stat |
| Speed | Very High | High |
| Playstyle | Brute-force dominance | Tactical, timing-based |
| Best for | Strongest all-round carry | Skill-based PvP players |
If you want a hero that carries PvE farming and boss fights with minimal micro-management, Superman is the better target. If you live in PvP duels and love the Battle IQ meme, Batman rewards smarter play — but Superman edges out overall.
Step-by-Step: Getting Superman
Follow this exact order of operations to maximize your chances of pulling Superman without wasting rolls.
Redeem All Active Codes First
Before anything else, open the Codes menu in-game and redeem every working code. Codes grant free rolls, coins, and upgrade resources — free rolls mean free chances at a Mythic pull. New codes drop around updates and milestones, so check back after every patch.
Farm Rolls Through Quests and Dailies
Complete daily rewards, early quests, and battles to build a steady roll income. The goal is to accumulate rolls in batches — a large pull session gives you far more chances at the 0.3%–1% Mythic range than scattered single rolls.
Wait for a Mythic Rate-Up Banner
Standard banner Mythic odds are brutal. Limited-time banners with boosted Mythic rates are the smartest time to spend. Patience here is the difference between landing Superman and burning your entire roll stock.
Roll in Batches
When the banner is live, spend your saved rolls in concentrated sessions. Track your results — if you land any Legendary like Iron Titan or Shadow Phantom along the way, keep it as a bridge carry while you continue rolling.
Lock In and Train Superman
Once you pull Superman, funnel coins and training resources into him immediately. Don't spread investment across your roster — one maxed Mythic carry beats a bench of half-trained heroes.
If an Epic or Legendary hero drops while you're rolling for Superman, use it to farm harder content that generates more rolls — just don't over-invest in a hero you plan to replace.
Training Superman After the Pull
Landing Superman is only half the job. His long-term strength depends on how you allocate training and gear.
Recommended training priority:
| Priority | Stat | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power | His defining stat; maximizes farm and boss damage |
| 2 | Speed | Controls fight pacing, improves open-field dominance |
| 3 | Durability | Keeps him alive in mob swarms and boss AOEs |
| 4 | Battle IQ | Wider counter windows and faster cooldown recovery |
Build configs by scenario:
| Scenario | Focus | Loadout Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PvE Farming | Power + Speed | Clear mob waves fast, rotate training zones |
| Boss Fights | Power + Durability | Survive phase transitions while staggering the boss |
| PvP Duels | Speed + Battle IQ | Kite, punish whiffs, exploit counter windows |
Once core Power and Speed are trained up, shift points into Battle IQ. A high-IQ Superman with decent Speed controls the pace of every fight — this is the foundation of most top-player builds.
Your Superman Checklist
Superman Acquisition Milestones:
- Redeem all active codes for free rolls
- Stockpile 50+ rolls before a Mythic banner
- Wait for a rate-up banner to pull
- Lock Superman in as your primary carry
- Train Power and Speed to 90+ before PvP
FAQ
Q: How do you get Superman in Build a Superhero?
Superman is a Mythic-rarity hero obtained through the game's roll system. Mythic heroes drop at roughly 0.3%–1% per roll, so the best approach is stockpiling free rolls from codes and quests, then spending them in batches during limited-time Mythic rate-up banners.
Q: What are Superman's roll odds?
Mythic roll chances run approximately 0.3% to 1% per roll depending on the banner. Rate-up events sit at the higher end of that range, which is why saving rolls for boosted banners matters far more than casual pulling.
Q: Is Superman better than Batman?
Both are Mythic tier. Superman wins on raw Power and Speed, making him the strongest all-round carry, while Batman leads in Battle IQ and rewards tactical play. Superman edges out overall for most players; Batman is the smarter, meme-worthy pick for PvP specialists.
Q: What should I train first on Superman?
Prioritize Power first, then Speed, to maximize farming and open-fight dominance. Add Durability for boss content, and once his core stats are high, rebalance remaining points into Battle IQ to widen counter windows and improve ability recovery in PvP.