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Creation & Design

Thor was created by writer Stan Lee, along with artist Jack Kirby, and first appeared in 'Journey into Mystery' #83. The character was inspired by the Norse god of thunder and was designed to embody the traits of strength and nobility.

Early Years

Thor's early stories focused on his dual identity as a human doctor, Donald Blake, and his adventures in Asgard. He battled various foes, including Loki, his adoptive brother, and other mythological beings.

Character Development

Over the years, Thor has evolved from a simple superhero into a complex character with rich mythology, exploring themes of worthiness, sacrifice, and the balance between power and responsibility.

Cultural Reception

Thor has been well-received by audiences and critics alike, becoming one of Marvel's most iconic characters, especially with the success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Thor Odinson
First Appearance:
Thor: God of Thunder #13
Aliases:
God of Thunder, The Mighty Thor, Thunderer
Species:
Asgardian
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, Asgardians, Defenders
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Weather manipulation, Flight, Immortality
Equipment:
Mjolnir, Asgardian armor
Weight:
640lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde
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Thor: God of Thunder #13
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2013
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Variant cover art by Walt Simonson

Cable and X-Force #15
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Variant cover art by Esad Ribic

Thor: God of Thunder #19
1:100 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Simone Bianchi

Thor: God of Thunder #19
1:75 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Original Sin #7
Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Thor becomes unworthy of wielding Mjolnir after Nick Fury whispers something that devastates him

It is later revealed in Thor The Unworthy #5 that Fury said “Gorr was right” referencing the God Butcher’s assertion that all gods are flawed and unworthy of reverence, to which Thor agrees

Inhuman #4
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Thor: God of Thunder #25
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Thor #1
1:75 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Alex Ross

Thor #2
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1st full appearance of Jane Foster as Thor

Variant cover art by Chris Samnee

Thor #4
Marvel ⋅ 2015
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First meeting, battle and team-up of Thor versus Jane Foster as Thor

In Thor #3 (2014), the issue ends with Thor addressing Jane Foster but they are not seen in the same panel

Mighty Thor #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Mighty Thor #12
Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Origin of Mjolnir, Thor's hammer, specifically its power stems from a cosmic, world-destroying storm trapped by Odin in Uru metal, forged into a hammer and enchanted so only those who are worthy could lift it. The storm was referred to as God Tempest, the Mother of Thunder

[December 2021 - the God of Hammers arc could be an expansion of this origin or at least inspired by it]

Generations: The Unworthy Thor & The Mighty Thor #1
Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Revealed that Odin and the Phoenix Force had been intimate, which led to a retcon that Gaia is not the mother of Thor in Avengers #42 (2021)

Thor #701
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Thor #10
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Origin of Thor, specifically how he became known as the 'God of Thunder'

Marvel Tales: Thor #1
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Thor #14
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1st appearance of the Venom Sword

War of the Realms #6
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Thor obtains a new hammer

Thor becomes the All-Father

Silver Surfer: Black #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Variant virgin cover art by Joe Jusko, reproduction of John Buscema's Silver Surfer #4 (1978), limited to 500 copies

War of the Realms: Omega #1
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Marvel Comics #1000
GameStop ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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GameStop exclusive

Thor #1
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Thor becomes the Herald of Thunder

Thor #1
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Thor #1
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Thor #1
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Comic Tom 101 ‘Mystery Mail Call’ Marvel exclusive, included in the January 2020 subscription box

Thor #1
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Party sketch variant, limited to one per store

Tarot #2
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Thor #2
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Thor #2
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Thor #3
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Thor #5
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Thor #5
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Thor #2
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Thor #6
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Variant cover art by Gabriele Dell'Otto

Thor #7
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Thor #8
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Thor #9
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Thor #9
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Marvel Snapshots: Civil War #1
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Hidden Gem edition

Avengers #42
Marvel ⋅ 2021
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Origin of Thor, the romantic relationship that transpired between Odin and the Phoenix Force

Thor #12
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Thor #12
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Thor #12
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Thor #12
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Thor #13
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Iron Man Annual #1
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Thor Annual #1
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Thor #16
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Shang-Chi #6
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Thor #19
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Variant cover art by Gary Frank

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