Thor is the Norse God of Thunder closely associated with the Viking (Scandinavian) people. Wielding his mighty hammer Mjolnir he helped the Vikings conquer the Welsh/English peoples. He is described as having a strong will, and a quick temper. He is also known to be strong, loyal, and honest. He has iron gloves and a girdle that doubles his strength, and he drives a chariot pulled by two goats. It is the rumble of the chariot wheels in the mountains that was said to be the cause of thunder; lightning was believed to be the sparks from Thor's hammer. Mjolnir was not used just for destruction, it was also used to bless a bride at her wedding. One of the legends that surrounds him involves a beautiful, royal, Welsh maiden named Mariah. Mariah is the wind. Thor immediately fell in love with her, forsaking his wife Freya. But, Mariah refused him. Thor continued to press his suit until a fierce battle ensued in which Mariah wrapped Thor in her winds, trapping him. Using the lightning and thunder Thor escaped and the battle continued. Finally, Mariah realized that the only way to beat him was to surrender to him. She welcomed him into her gentle embrace, and won. Legend has it that she gave him twenty sons and he stayed faithful to her forever after.
by SammyJ01 March 25, 2011
Norse god of Thunder. He is described as immense, enormously built with a big red beard, clad in leather and mail, wearing a belt of strength, and iron gauntlets. He wields an unstoppable hammer, Mjolnir, and he fought giants and all who opposed his people. Likes to drink mjod and smash christians with his hammer.
by GROMM February 12, 2005
One of Marvel's greatest superheroes. He was created by Stan Lee after he decided to make a superhero even stronger than the Incredible Hulk, so he made Thor a god. He was placed by his father, Odin, into the body of medical student Donald Blake to teach him some humility. He is stronger than the Hulk, and controls climate, specially lightning. In few words, He is a kickass super hero.
Also called "The Mighty Thor"
Also called "The Mighty Thor"
by Marvelman June 16, 2007
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by UKPiglet October 19, 2006
Thor is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character, based on the Norse mythological deity of the same name, is the Asgardian god of thunder and possesses the enchanted hammer Mjolnir, which grants him the ability of flight and weather manipulation amongst his other superhuman attributes.
Debuting in the Silver Age of Comic Books, the character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #83 (Aug. 1962) and was created by editor-plotter Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby. He has starred in several ongoing series and limited series, and is a founding member of the superhero team the Avengers, appearing in each volume of that series. The character has also appeared in associated Marvel merchandise including animated television series, clothing, toys, trading cards, video games, and movies.
The 2011 film Thor, based on the character and comic, was directed by Kenneth Branagh and starred Chris Hemsworth as Thor. Hemsworth reappears as Thor in The Avengers and Thor: The Dark World as a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise. Thor placed 14th on IGN's Top 100 Comic Book Heroes of All Time in 2011.
Debuting in the Silver Age of Comic Books, the character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #83 (Aug. 1962) and was created by editor-plotter Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby. He has starred in several ongoing series and limited series, and is a founding member of the superhero team the Avengers, appearing in each volume of that series. The character has also appeared in associated Marvel merchandise including animated television series, clothing, toys, trading cards, video games, and movies.
The 2011 film Thor, based on the character and comic, was directed by Kenneth Branagh and starred Chris Hemsworth as Thor. Hemsworth reappears as Thor in The Avengers and Thor: The Dark World as a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise. Thor placed 14th on IGN's Top 100 Comic Book Heroes of All Time in 2011.
Like all Asgardians, Thor is incredibly long-lived and relies upon periodic consumption of the Golden Apples of Idunn to sustain his extended lifespan, which to date has lasted many millennia. Being the son of Odin and the elder goddess Gaea, Thor is physically the strongest of the Asgardians. If pressed in battle, Thor is capable of entering into a state known as the "Warrior's Madness" ("berserkergang" in Norwegian), which will temporarily increase his strength and stamina tenfold, although in this state he attacks friend and foe alike.
by The Centurion December 26, 2014
by Thor1234 January 13, 2011