A character needs to undergo a complete physical sex change, usually through magic or Applied Phlebotinum, in order for them to access their powers. It is used as a justification to give a gender change to a character who would not ordinarily want one. This trope gives a new twist to the classic secret identity, as the character not only has to face the responsibility of having great power but also the hardships of living as a new gender. Might be used to (not-so-)subtly deliver An Aesop about how being yourself is greatly empowering. Examples of Super Gender Bender include: