Key Collector Comics
Ulik
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Ulik was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as part of the expanding mythos of Thor and Asgardian characters.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe for Thor, Ulik quickly became a recurring character in the Thor series, often depicted as a brutish adversary with a strong connection to the Trolls of Asgard.

Character Development

Over the years, Ulik has evolved from a simple brute to a more complex character, often torn between his loyalty to his people and his desire for power, making him a nuanced antagonist in the Thor mythos.

Cultural Reception

Ulik has been well-received as a classic villain in the Thor series, often praised for his design and the depth of his character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ulik
First Appearance:
Thor #137
Aliases:
Ulik the Troll
Species:
Troll
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
The Trolls, Loki
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Durability, Regeneration
Equipment:
Club, Armor
Weight:
300lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

Thor #137
Marvel ⋅ 1967
View Details
Thor #137
 
Low
$15
Mid
$50
High
$150

Key Facts

1st appearance of Ulik, a rock troll

2nd appearance of Sif

Fear Itself #7.2
Marvel ⋅ 2011
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (1)
Fear Itself #7.2
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

1st team appearance of All-Mother, a triumvirate of goddesses: Gaea, Fryja and Idunn

Ulik becomes Tanarus, believed for a short time to be a reborn Thor

Mighty Thor #1
Marvel ⋅ 2016
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (9)
Mighty Thor #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$4

Key Facts

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

Adjust Your Filters To See More Comics!

By default Key Collector searches for Standard Cover Key Issues.

Adjust the "Variants" and/or "Non-Key Issues" search filters above for additional content:

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])
  • Non-Key Issues ([[totalNonKeys]])

At Key Collector, our primary focus is on unearthing those rare Standard Cover Key Issues for you. However, the world of comic collectibles is vast and varied. We want to make sure you have the tools to explore it all!