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Creation & Design

Surtur was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, drawing inspiration from Norse mythology, where he is depicted as a fire giant who plays a significant role in Ragnarok.

Early Years

Surtur made his first appearance in the early 1960s, primarily as an antagonist to Thor and the Asgardians, establishing himself as a formidable force in the Marvel Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, Surtur has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with motivations tied to his mythological roots, often representing the destructive forces of nature and chaos.

Cultural Reception

Surtur has been well-received as a villain in the Marvel Universe, often praised for his imposing presence and connection to Norse mythology.

Character Details

Real Name:
Surtur
First Appearance:
Journey Into Mystery #97
Aliases:
Fire Giant, Lord of Muspelheim
Species:
Giant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Loki, Hela
Abilities:
Fire Manipulation, Immortality, Superhuman Strength
Equipment:
Twilight Sword
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
8' 4"
Eye Color:
Red
Hair Color:
Flame

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Journey Into Mystery #97
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Journey Into Mystery #97
 
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Origin of Odin

1st appearance of Buri, grandfather of Odin

1st appearance of Bor, Father of Odin

1st cameo appearance of Surtur

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1st cameo appearance of Ymir

1st appearance of Vili and Ve, Odin's brothers

Journey Into Mystery #99
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Journey Into Mystery #99
 
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1st full appearance of Surtur, a demonic enemy of Thor

1st appearance and origin of Mr. Hyde

Journey Into Mystery #642
1:20 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2012
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Journey Into Mystery #642
 
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Variant cover art by Stephanie Hans

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