Superheroes, with their iconic (and sometimes questionable) costumes and superpowers, have become a profound and enduring part of pop culture over the decades. Many heroes and villains had beginnings in comics. Today, animated series and movies dominate visual media. 

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But what makes these characters so memorable? 

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To explore this question, let's start at the heart, with the people who love these characters. 

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The first stop: "Superheroes vs. Supervillains Vendor Takeover" in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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Take the quiz below before getting started! ​

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And stick around to hear behind-the-scenes stories from industry legends, including Tom DeFalco, Frank Paur, Steven Gordon and Craig Kyle..