Re: Morgaine the Mystic of Crimelords
Since there are people in the CU who can create custom-made superhumans, 1 seems to be obvious. Since Sapphire is publically outed as a mutant, and Morgaine's background specifies she was outed as a true mystic, 2 seems obvious as well.
Sapphire's popularity is certainly enhanced by her superhuman status; however, her superhuman powers do not enhance her ability to perform, whereas Morgaine's powers were the sole reason she was able to put on performances.
A few superheroes in the CU have chosen to use their superhero status to join the ranks of celebrities ... Sapphire, Teen Dream, Cavalier ... but most of them seem to be more concerned about just being the good guys rather than trying to be famous.