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King Laufey
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Creation & Design

King Laufey was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, introduced as a formidable foe for Thor, representing the Frost Giants of Jotunheim.

Early Years

Laufey's early appearances established him as the ruler of the Frost Giants and a significant adversary to Thor, often clashing with the Asgardians.

Character Development

Over the years, Laufey has evolved from a mere villain to a more complex character, often depicted as a father figure to Loki and a ruler with his own motivations and desires.

Cultural Reception

King Laufey has been well-received as a classic villain in the Thor mythos, often praised for his imposing presence and the depth of his character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Laufey
Aliases:
King of the Frost Giants
Species:
Frost Giant
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Frost Giants, Loki
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Ice manipulation, Longevity
Equipment:
Frost Giant armor, Ice weapons
Weight:
unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
white

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Journey Into Mystery #112

Marvel ⋅ 1965

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Journey Into Mystery #112
 
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Origin of Loki

First battle of Thor vs the Hulk

1st appearance of King Laufey of the Frost Giants, the biological father of Loki

Mighty Thor #1

Marvel ⋅ 2016

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Mighty Thor #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Dark Council, an alliance of representatives from the 10 Realms with similar, nefarious interests: Malekith, Enchantress, Sindr, King Laufey, Loki, Dario Agger and King Ulik

1st team appearance of the Thunder Guard

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