Fafnir is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe, based on the Fafnir of Norse mythology. He has come into conflict with Thor. A fictional character is any person who appears in a work of fiction. ... Marvel Comics is an American comic book line published by Marvel Entertainment, Inc. ... Various characters of the Marvel Universe. ... In Norse mythology, Fafnir was a son of the dwarf king Hreidmar and brother of Regin and Otr. ... 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. ... Thor (often called The Mighty Thor) is a Marvel Comics superhero, based on the thunder god of Norse mythology. ...

History

Fafnir was once a mortal king of Nastrond, who dallied with paltry evils until Odin transformed him into a dragon. And a prophecy came to past, that a young seed would be planted in the womb of Gods beloved, the virgin Mary. ... In Norse mythology, Odin is the ruler of the gods of Asgard. ... Chinese dragon, colour engraving on wood, Chinese school, 19th Century A dragon is typically depicted as a large and powerful serpent or other reptile, with magical or spiritual qualities. ...

Fafnir's people were destroyed by the All-Father, and Fafnir was forced into a wearisome exile. Fafnir nursed his hatred and desire for vengeance until he gained an opportunity to slay the Odin-Son. However, Thor split the earth asunder with thunder and lightning, and Fafnir was swallowed and trapped beneath the earth for eons. He slowly grew larger and more deadly than before. Thor (often called The Mighty Thor) is a Marvel Comics superhero, based on the thunder god of Norse mythology. ...

Fafnir was eventually freed by an earthquake, and used an Asgardian woman named Lorelei as bait to lure Thor into an ambush at a New York construction site. Overpowered, Thor sought the aid of an aged but valiant warrior named Eilif. Fafnir was slain, although at the cost of Eilif's life, and was burned upon Eilif's funeral pyre. An earthquake is a phenomenon that results from and is powered by the sudden release of stored energy that radiates seismic waves. ... The Asgardians (aka Gods of Asgard) is a fictional race in the Marvel Comics universe. ... Lorelei is the younger sister of the sorceress, Amora the Enchantress. ... Official language(s) None, English de facto Capital Albany Largest city New York City Area  Ranked 27th  - Total 54,520 sq mi (141,205 km²)  - Width 285 miles (455 km)  - Length 330 miles (530 km)  - % water 13. ... A pyre is a structure, such as a mound of wood, for burning a body as part of a funeral rite. ...

Powers & Abilities

Fafnir was monstrously huge, strong and durable. He could breathe fire, hypnotize others, and generate illusions.