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Malekith the Accursed
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Creation & Design

Malekith was created by writer Walter Simonson and first appeared in Thor #344. He was designed as a powerful antagonist for Thor, embodying the traits of a cunning and ruthless dark elf.

Early Years

Malekith's early appearances established him as a formidable foe for Thor, showcasing his mastery of dark magic and his ambition to conquer Asgard.

Character Development

Over the years, Malekith has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character with intricate motivations, often reflecting themes of power, revenge, and the consequences of ambition.

Cultural Reception

Malekith has been received as a classic villain in the Thor mythos, often praised for his depth and the challenges he poses to the hero.

Character Details

Real Name:
Malekith
First Appearance:
Thor #344
Aliases:
Malekith the Accursed, Lord of the Dark Elves
Species:
Dark Elf
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Dark Elves, Loki, Thanos
Abilities:
Magic, Superhuman strength, Longevity, Skilled warrior
Equipment:
Dark Elf technology, Magic artifacts
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white

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Thor #344
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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Thor #344
 
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1st appearance of Malekith the Accursed

Thor: Crown of Fools #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2013
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Thor: Crown of Fools #1
 
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Variant cover art by John Romita Jr., limited to 3,000 copies

Promotional giveaway to VIP attendees at a special screening of Thor: The Dark World at El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, CA

Original prequel story to Thor: The Dark World

Reprint of Thor #344, the first appearance of Malekith

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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