This is a child mindset, people don't need heroes. They need leaders that care about them and want to better their communities; these leaders are found within your literal neighbors, friends, and family.

Heroes like Spiderman and Batman? Or strangers that put on a mask, and whose public image is maintained by PR firms?

Not really, that’s what leads to parasocial relationships.

Nobody is flawless and part of becoming an adult is learning to admire specific qualities rather than obsess over individuals.