Asgard is a fictional dimension in the Marvel Comics' universe based on the Asgard of Norse mythology and is home to six different races. Asgard features prominently in tales of Thor. In the comic books, Asgard is an asteroid-like world suspended in a "Sea of Space", and gravity radiates from somewhere underneath this asteroid. The top of this "asteroid" is flat like a table. If someone stepped off of this "table", they would fall off the "asteroid" and down through space until the reached the "gravity-generator". Parallel universes started as a plot device in science fiction. ... It has been suggested that Felicia (pseudonym) be merged into this article or section. ... The Marvel Universe is the fictional shared setting where most of the comic stories published by Marvel Comics take place. ... Asgard (Old Norse: Ásgarðr) is the realm of the gods, the Æsir, in Norse mythology, thought to be separate from the realm of the mortals, Midgard. ... Norse or Scandinavian mythology comprises the pre-Christian religion, beliefs and legends of the Scandinavian people, including those who settled on Iceland, where the written sources for Norse mythology were assembled. ... Alien Species (science fiction) List of aliens in fiction List of fictional robots Fantasy Species (fantasy fiction) List of species in fantasy fiction List of dragons in literature Legendary and Mythical Species (folklore/mythology) List of species in folklore and mythology List of species in folklore and mythology by type... Thor (often called The Mighty Thor) is a Marvel Comics superhero, based on the thunder god of Norse mythology. ...

The nine worlds

Asgard

Asgard is the home of the Asgardians. The Asgardians (aka Gods of Asgard) is a fictional race in the Marvel Comics universe. ...

Valhalla

Valhalla is a realm of Asgard. It is also known as the land of the honored dead.

Vanaheim

Main article: Vanaheim

Vanaheim is the home of the Vanir who is the sister race of the Asgardians. The Asgardians (aka Gods of Asgard) is a fictional race in the Marvel Comics universe. ...

Alfheim

Main article: Alfheim

Alfheim is the home of the Light Elves.

Nidavellir

Main article: Nidavellir

Nidavellir is the home of the Dwarves.

Midgard

Main article: Earth

Midgard is more commonly known as Earth and is the home of the Humans. Earth is the third-closest planet to the Sun. ... Midgard (The common English transliteration of Old Norse Miðgarðr), Midjungards (Gothic), Middangeard (Old English) and Mittilagart (Old High German), from Proto-Germanic *medja-garda (*meddila-, *medjan-, projected PIE *medhyo-gharto), is an old Germanic name for our world, the places inhabited men, with the literal meaning middle enclosure... Earth is the third-closest planet to the Sun. ... Human beings are defined variously in biological, spiritual, and cultural terms, or in combinations thereof. ...

Jotunheim

Main article: Jotunheim

Jotunheim is the home of the Giants.

Svartalfheim

Main article: Svartalfheim

Svartalfheim is the home of the Dark Elves.

Hel

Main article: Hel

Hel is the realm of the dead who is neither honored nor dishonored. It is ruled by Hela.

Niffleheim

Main article: Niffleheim

Niffleheim is the realm of the dishonored dead.

Muspelheim

Main article: Muspelheim

Muspelheim is the home of the Demons. It was ruled by Surtur before he disappeared.

The six races

Asgardians

Main article: Asgardians

The Asgardians live in Asgard and are the most human-looking and powerful of the races but are not, unlike the other races, believed to be native to Asgard. The Asgardians (aka Gods of Asgard) is a fictional race in the Marvel Comics universe. ... The Asgardians (aka Gods of Asgard) is a fictional race in the Marvel Comics universe. ...

Known Asgardians

• Amora (the Enchantress)
• Balder
• Fandral
• Frigga
• Frey
• Heimdall
• Hela
• Hermod
• Hoder
• Hogun
• Idunn
• Loki
• Lorelei
• Odin
• Skurge (the Executioner)
• Sigyn
• Sif
• Thor
• Tyr
• Valkyrie
• Vidar
• Volla
• Volstagg

Amora, the Enchantress, is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe. ... Balder the Brave is a fictional character in Marvel Comics Thor, based on the god Balder of Norse mythology. ... FANDRAL First Appearance: Journey Into Mystery #119 Origin Issue: not yet revealed Real Name: Fandral Aliases: Fandral the Dashing Height: 6 4 Weight: 585 lbs Eyes: Blue Hair: Blonde Distinguishing Features: Fandral wears a moustache and goatee Occupation: Warrior of Asgard, adventurer Citizenship: Realm of Asgard Place of Creation/Birth... The all seeing and all hearing guardian of Asgard, he stands on the rainbow bridge and stands watch for any attacks to Asgard. ... Loki (Loki Laufeyson) is a character, a Marvel Comics supervillain, based upon the Loki of Norse mythology. ... Lorelei was a Savage Land mutant until Magneto turned her into a mutant siren(X-Men #63). ... In Norse mythology, Odin is the ruler of the gods of Asgard. ... This popular culture article needs to be wikified. ... Thor (often called The Mighty Thor) is a Marvel Comics superhero, based on the thunder god of Norse mythology. ... Categories: Possible copyright violations ... Volstagg First Appearance: Journey Into Mystery #119 Origin Issue: none Real Name: Volstagg Aliases: Volstagg the Enormous, Volstagg the Voluminous, the Lion of Asgard Height: 6 8 Weight: 1,425 lbs Eyes: Blue Hair: Red Distinguishing Features: Volstagg is extremely obese Occupation: Warrior of Asgard, parent, adventurer Citizenship: Realm of...

Giants

Main article: Giants

The Giants live in Jotunheim.

Known giants

• Ymir

Dwarves

Main article: Dwarves

The Dwarves live in Nidavellir.

Elves

Main article: Elves

The Light Elves live in Alfheim and the Dark Elves live in Svartalfheim.

Trolls

Main article: Trolls

The Trolls live in scattered settlements throughout Asgard, Vanaheim, Svartalfheim, and Jotunheim.

Known trolls

• Geirrodur
• Ulik

Demons

Main article: Demons

The Demons live in Muspelheim.

Known demons

• Surtur

References

• Journey into Mystery #85 (Marvel Comics, October 1962)
• Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe: Deluxe Edition (Marvel Comics)
  • #1: Abomination to Bartoc's Brigade (August 1985): Asgard

Journey into Mystery is a comic book series published by Marvel Comics. ... It has been suggested that Felicia (pseudonym) be merged into this article or section. ... The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe, also known as OHOTMU, is a guide which attempts to detail the imaginary universe of Marvel Comics. ... It has been suggested that Felicia (pseudonym) be merged into this article or section. ...

External links

• Marvel Directory - Asgard