A "heroic figure" refers to a person who displays great courage, strength, and noble qualities, often admired for their bravery and exceptional abilities. Full definition
I confronted the lack of heroic figures in contemporary culture — a society that often memorializes disasters, war, and the iconic figures while leaving very little room to honor the casualties of these disasters and the sacrifices of the unknown person in our everyday life.» (joanmitchellfoundation.org)
The exhibition refers to the mythical place in Norse mythology, a paradise for those slain in battle, as well as to the Walhalla neo-classical monument, built by Ludwig I King of Bavaria in 1842 to honour heroic figures in German history. (artlyst.com)
Cole and Peter were heroic figures who empower others by empowering themselves. (goodreads.com)