A "Mary Sue" is a character notably lacking significant flaws, and whose actions often lead to favorable outcomes. Even when they have flaws, these are relegated into charming character quirks that build their identity. In popular media, Nia Nial, a courageous superhero from “Supergirl;” Sabi, a compassionate bartender from “Sort Of,” Nomi Marks, a brilliant hacker from “Sense8;” and Taylor Mason, a remarkable finance wizard from “Billions” are notable transgender characters who may be categorized as Mary Sues.
Non-Mary Sues are characters who are portrayed with realistic flaws, complexities, and challenges. Sophia Burset, a troubled inmate from “Orange is the New Black;” Elektra Abundance-Evangelista, a flawed ballroom house mother from “Pose;” Jules Vaughn, an impulsive teenager from "Euphoria;" and Viktor Hargreeves, an anxious violinist with unchecked powers from “Umbrella Academy” are transgender characters who are Non-Mary Sues.