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Kurse
Kurse is the name of two fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer/artist Walter Simonson, the Algrim version of Kurse first appears as the Dark Elf Algrim the Strong in ''Thor'' #347 (Sep. 1984). He is later transformed into Kurse in ''Secret Wars II'' #4 (Oct. 1985). Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film '' Thor: The Dark World'' (2013). Publication history The Dark Elf Algrim the Strong was created by Walter Simonson and first appeared in ''Thor'' #347 (Sep. 1984). He is introduced initially as an ally to Malekith, tasked with guarding the kidnapped Lorelei. The character was later healed and transformed into Kurse in ''Secret Wars II'' #4 (Oct. 1985) by the Beyonder. In 2015's Mighty Thor issue #14 by Jason Aaron and Steve Epting, the mantle and the powers of "Kurse" were passed on to a new host, a dark elf called Lady Waziria. She reappeared in 2019's War of the Rea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elves (Marvel Comics)
There are many fictional Elves appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The most common of the Elves are the Dark Elves of Svartalfheim and the Light Elves of Alfheim that are based on the elves of Norse mythology. They frequently appear in stories featuring the superhero Thor. The Dark Elves appeared in the 2013 Marvel Studios film '' Thor: The Dark World'' and a Light Elf appeared in the 2022 series '' She-Hulk: Attorney at Law''. Publication history Bright-Elves first appeared in ''Thor'' #277 (Nov. 1978) and were created by Roy Thomas, John Buscema and Tom Palmer. None of the small crowd of Bright-Elves who appear in that issue are named. Dark Elves first appeared in ''Thor'' #344 (June 1984) and were originally created by Walt Simonson. The only Dark Elf to appear in that first issue was Malekith the Accursed. Algrim the Strong / Kurse and Wormwood later appeared in ''Thor'' #347 (Sept. 1984), once again created by Walt Simonson. Grendell and Bit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lorelei (Asgardian)
Lorelei is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is based on the being Lorelei from Germanic mythology. Lorelei appeared in the first season of the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series '' Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'', portrayed by Elena Satine. Publication history Lorelei first appeared in ''Thor'' #337 (November 1983), and was created by Walt Simonson. She made subsequent appearances in ''Thor'' #338-350 (December 1983-December 1984), ''Thor'' #354-355 (April–May 1985), #357-359 (July–September 1985), #363 (January 1986), #367-368 (May–June 1986), ''The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe'' vol 2. #7 (June 1986), ''Thor'' #383 (September 1987), #398-400 (December 1988-February 1989), #402 (April 1989), ''Black Knight'' vol. 2 #3 (August 1990), ''Thor'' #438 (November 1991), #440 (December 1991), #476 (July 1994), #485 (April 1995), ''Journey into Mystery'' #509-511 (May–August 1997), ''The Defenders'' vol. 2 #1- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (; ; born 22 August 1967) is an English actor. He is known for his roles as Simon Adebisi in '' Oz'', Mr. Eko in '' Lost'', Lock-Nah in '' The Mummy Returns'', Nykwana Wombosi in '' The Bourne Identity'', Heavy Duty in '' G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra'', Kurse in '' Thor: The Dark World'', Killer Croc in ''Suicide Squad'', Malko in the fifth season of the HBO series ''Game of Thrones'', Dave Duerson in the NFL biopic drama '' Concussion'', and Ogunwe in ''His Dark Materials''. Akinnuoye-Agbaje's feature directorial debut, ''Farming'', wrapped production in 2017 and had its world premiere at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival. Early life and education Akinnuoye-Agbaje was born in Islington, to Nigerian parents of Yoruba origin, who were students in the UK. When he was six weeks old, his biological parents gave him up to a white working-class family in Tilbury. His foster parents had at least ten African children, including Akinnuoye- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thor (Marvel Comics)
Thor Odinson is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, based on the god from Old Norse religion and Norse mythology, mythology, Thor (Þórr). Created by artist Jack Kirby, writer Stan Lee, and scripter Larry Lieber, the character First appearance, first appeared in ''Journey into Mystery'' #83 (1962) and first received his own title with ''Thor (comic book), Thor'' #126 (1966). Thor is an adaptation of Thor, the deity of the same name from Norse mythology, and many aspects of Thor's character are based on his mythological counterpart. Comic books featuring Thor have been published across several volumes since the character's introduction. Thor is one of the gods of Asgard (comics), Asgard and the son of the Asgardian king Odin (Marvel Comics), Odin. In addition to his Asgardian strength and extended lifespan, Thor wields control over the weather, including rain and lightning. He also carries the enchanted hammer Mjolnir (comics), Mjolnir, that ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Power Pack
Power Pack is a superhero team consisting of four young siblings appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Louise Simonson and artist June Brigman, they first appeared in their own series in 1984, which lasted 62 issues, and have since appeared in other books. Power Pack is the first team of pre-teen superheroes in the Marvel Universe and the first team of heroes in comics to feature characters of that age operating without adult supervision. In 2005, the title was relaunched as a series aimed at younger readers—though this was eventually declared a separate continuity from that of the original series and the mainstream Marvel Universe. The team consists of four siblings: Alex Power, Julie Power, Jack Power, and Katie Power. The dying alien called Whitey, a scientist of the Kymellian race, transfers one of his four superpowers to each of the Power children so they can save their planet from the alien conquerors known as the Zn'rx (also kno ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beta Ray Bill
Beta Ray Bill is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Debuting in the Bronze Age of Comic Books, the character was initially intended to be a surprise; an apparent monster who unexpectedly turns out to be a great hero. As such, Bill is the first being outside the Marvel Universe's Norse pantheon to be introduced as being worthy to wield Thor's hammer, Mjolnir. After an initial rivalry with Thor for possession of the weapon, the alien warrior was granted a war hammer of his own, called Stormbreaker, and the two reconciled as staunch allies, going on to fight side by side. Beta Ray Bill has been featured in other Marvel-endorsed products, such as animated television series, video games, and merchandise. Publication history Beta Ray Bill debuted in '' The Mighty Thor'' #337 (November 1983), being established as an alien of the Korbinite race. Bill was created by Walt Simonson as a new concept for the title ''Thor''. Simonson said, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asgard (comics)
Asgard is a fictional realm and its capital city appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber and Jack Kirby, the realm first appeared in ''Journey into Mystery'' #85 (October 1962). Based on the Asgard, realm of the same name from Germanic mythology (particularly Norse mythology, Norse), Asgard is home to the Asgardians and other beings adapted from Norse mythology. It features prominently in stories that follow the Marvel Comics superhero Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor. Asgard has appeared in comics and various media adaptations, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe films ''Thor (film), Thor'' (2011), ''Thor: The Dark World'' (2013), ''Avengers: Age of Ultron'' (2015), ''Thor: Ragnarok'' (2017), ''Avengers: Endgame'' (2019), and the Disney+ series ''Loki (TV series), Loki'' (2021). Eventually, Asgard was relocated to Earth in Norway and appeared in ''Avengers: Endgame'' and ''Thor: Love and Thunder'' (2022). Fictional history A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malekith The Accursed
Malekith the Accursed () is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is the ruler of the Elves (Marvel Comics), Dark Elves of Svartálfar, Svartalfheim, and has come into conflict with Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor. He once wielded the Casket of Ancient Winters. Christopher Eccleston portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film ''Thor: The Dark World'' (2013). Additionally, Quinton Flynn and James C. Mathis III voiced Malekith in guest appearances in ''The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes'' and ''Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.'' respectively. Publication history Created by Walt Simonson, Malekith first appeared in ''Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor'' #344–349 (June–November 1984). He subsequently appeared in issues #363 (January 1986), 366-368 (April–June 1986), 485–487 (April–June 1995), and 489 (August 1995) of ''Thor''. He made guest appearances in ''X-Force and Cable (comic book), Cable Annual'' 1997 and '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Walter Simonson
Walter Simonson (born September 2, 1946) is an American comic book writer and artist, best known for a run on Marvel Comics' ''Thor'' from 1983 to 1987, during which he created the character Beta Ray Bill. He is also known for the creator-owned work '' Star Slammers'', which he inaugurated in 1972 as a Rhode Island School of Design thesis. He has also worked on other Marvel titles such as ''X-Factor'' and ''Fantastic Four'', on DC Comics books including ''Detective Comics'', '' Manhunter'', ''Metal Men'' and '' Orion'', and on licensed properties such as ''Star Wars'', '' Alien'', ''Battlestar Galactica'' and '' Robocop vs. Terminator''. Simonson has won numerous awards for his work and has influenced artists such as Arthur Adams and Todd McFarlane. He is married to comics writer Louise Simonson, with whom he collaborated as penciller on ''X-Factor'' from 1986 to 1989. Early life Walter Simonson was born September 2, 1946, in Knoxville, Tennessee, and lived there for two and a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hela (character)
Hela () is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is based on the goddess Hel from Norse mythology, and was first adapted by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in ''Journey into Mystery'' #102. Hela is the Asgardian Goddess of Death who serves as the ruler of Hel and Niflheim. The character is usually depicted as an adversary of the superhero Thor. Hela made her live-action debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film '' Thor: Ragnarok'' (2017), portrayed by Cate Blanchett. Blanchett also voiced alternate versions of the character in the animated series '' What If...?''. Publication history Hela was adapted from Norse myths by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, and first appeared in ''Journey into Mystery'' #102 (March 1964). Fictional character biography Hela was born in Jotunheim, the land of the giants. She is the child of Loki (albeit a different incarnation who died during a previous Asgardian Ragnarok) and the giantess Angrboða. When she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Steve Epting
Stephen "Steve" Epting is an Americans, American comics artist. He is best known for his work on ''The Avengers (comic book), The Avengers'' and ''Captain America (comic book), Captain America'' for Marvel Comics. Early life Epting's influences include Alex Raymond, Stan Drake, Jim Holdaway, Joe Kubert, John Buscema, Al Williamson, and José Luis García-López. Epting received a Bachelor of Fine Arts, BFA in graphic design from the University of South Carolina. Career In 1989, Epting read of a contest being conducted by independent comic book publisher First Comics, with the winner's story to be published by the company. Although the contest did not actually exist, First declared Epting one of the "winners" and he began drawing for the company. His assignments for First included backup stories for ''Nexus (comics), Nexus'', guest-artist duties on ''Dreadstar'' and ''Whisper (comics), Whisper'', and two miniseries starring ''Nexus'' supporting character Judah Maccabee (comics), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Volstagg
Volstagg the Voluminous is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a charter member of the Warriors Three, a trio of Asgard (comics), Asgardian adventurers and supporting cast of Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor. He is known for having multiple children. These include, but are not limited to, Hilde, Rolfe, and the adopted Midgardians Kevin and Mick. Ray Stevenson portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films ''Thor (film), Thor'' (2011), ''Thor: The Dark World'' (2013), and ''Thor: Ragnarok'' (2017). Additionally, Fred Tatasciore, Brent Chapman, and Jay Brazeau have voiced Volstagg in animation. Publication history Volstagg first appeared in ''Journey into Mystery'' #119 (August, 1965), and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. He is not taken from Norse (or any other) mythology but is an original creation, modeled on William Shakespeare's character John Falstaff.Cooke, Jon B. (Editor); Thomas, Roy (Interviewer)"Sta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
