He-Man ("The Most Powerful Man in the Universe!") (IPA: /ˈhiː.mæn/) is a heroic fictional character in the Masters of the Universe franchise. The character's name comes from the wor he-man, which was once used to describe a strong, masculine and virile male. He-Man and his friends defend Eternia and the secrets of Castle Grayskull from the evil forces of Skeletor.