Odin is a fictional character and that appears in the Marvel Universe and is based on the being of the same name from Norse mythology. The King of the Norse Gods, Odin first appeared in Journey Into Mystery vol. 1, #85 and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Marvel Comics is an American comic book line published by Marvel Publishing, Inc. ... In comic books, first appearance refers to first comic book to feature a character. ... Stan Lee (born Stanley Martin Lieber on December 28, 1921[1]) is an American writer, editor, was the Chairman Emeritus of Marvel Comics, and memoirist. ... Jack Kirby (August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books. ... Asgard is a fictional dimension in the Marvel Comics universe based on the Asgard of Norse mythology and is home to six different races. ... Alice, a fictional character based on a real character from the work of Lewis Carroll. ... This does not cite any references or sources. ... 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. ... Journey into Mystery is a comic book series published by Marvel Comics. ... Stan Lee (born Stanley Martin Lieber on December 28, 1921[1]) is an American writer, editor, was the Chairman Emeritus of Marvel Comics, and memoirist. ... Jack Kirby (August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books. ...

Fictional character biography

According to Norse myth and comic continuity, Odin is the son of Bor (father, one of the first Asgardians) and Bestla (mother, a frost giantess).

Bor and Bestla also have two other sons, Vili and Ve. With the aid of his brothers, a young Odin battles and defeats the fire demon Surtur. ^[1] Odin becomes ruler of the Asgard, and eventually falls in love with Gaea, in time becoming the father of the Thunder God Thor. Odin is also the adoptive father of Loki, a child of Giant blood whose father Laufey is killed by Odin in battle. ^[2] Despite Odin's best intentions, his sons become bitter enemies, with the feuding often requiring Odin's mediation. Surtur is a fictional demon that appears in the Marvel Universe. ... Asgard is a fictional dimension in the Marvel Comics universe based on the Asgard of Norse mythology and is home to six different races. ... Gaea is a fictional comic book character, the Goddess of the Earth of the Marvel Universe. ... It has been suggested that Ultimate Thor be merged into this article or section. ... Loki (Loki Laufeyson) is a fictional comic book character, a Marvel Comics supervillain, based upon the Loki of Norse mythology. ...

Thor's fascination with Earth is also a constant annoyance for Odin, who as punishment has depowered his son on at least three occasions. Thor's noble intentions and bravery, however, always sway his father who summarily undoes the ruling. ^[3]

As ruler and protector of the Asgardian people, Odin has been involved in a number of crises that have threatened Asgard and on occasion Earth. Notable examples included stopping Loki, the Storm Giant Skagg and Surtur (with the aid of Thor and Balder); ^[4] defeating the Absorbing Man after he absorbs almost all of Asgard; ^[5] banishing the monster Mangog; ^[6] sacrificing his right eye for the wisdom to stop Ragnarok (Twilight of the Gods); ^[7] attempting to stop the Celestials in the armor of the Destroyer ^[8] and preventing Surtur from lighting his Sword of Doom. ^[9] Balders death is portrayed in this illustration from an 18th century Icelandic manuscript. ... The Absorbing Man (Carl Crusher Creel) is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe. ... Mangog is an immeasurably powerful being who has fought Thor and other Marvel Comics characters. ... Look up Ragnarok in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... Arishem towers in the distance and judges that a world shall die. ... Destroyer is an enemy of Thor that first appeared in issue 118 ofJourney Into Mystery In 1965. ...

Odin has also died three times in defense of Asgard. On the first occasion, Odin is killed by Mangog, although is later revived by the goddess of Death Hela. ^[10] On the second occasion, the Celestials shred the Destroyer, which at the time holds the life force of Odin and all Asgardians with the exception of Thor. Thor, however, collects a portion of godly energy from each pantheon and uses it to revive Odin, who in turn resurrects the Asgardians. ^[11] Hela is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe, based loosely on the Norse myths of the goddess Hela. ...

The final occasion involves a massive battle against arch-foe Surtur on Earth, with Odin apparently dying once and for all as the Odin Force - the source of Odin's power - migrates to his son, Thor. ^[12]

As Thor eventually destroys the Loom of Fates and stops Asgard from perpetuating Ragnarok - which ends the entire Norse pantheon and Asgard itself - Odin may be dead permanently. ^[13]

Powers and abilities

Odin possesses all the conventional attributes of an Asgardian god. Odin possesses superhuman strength that, despite his advanced age, is much greater than that of most other Asgardians. Due to superior Asgardian physiology, Odin possesses superhuman stamina that allows him to physically exert himself for much longer periods of time than a human being. Odin's body is also highly resistant to physical injury. He is capable of withstanding great impact forces, temperature and pressure extremes, and powerful energy blasts without sustaining injury. However, it is possible to physically injure Odin. If injured, he is capable of recovering with superhuman levels of speed and efficiency.

Like other Asgardians, Odin's physiology grants him immunity to all known diseases and greatly extends his lifespan. Although not immortal, Odin ages at a much slower rate than a human being.

Odin is capable of manipulating vast amounts of energy, referred to as the Odinforce, for a number of purposes. With this power, Odin is capable of feats such as transporting the entire human race to an alternate dimension, ^[14] casting foes into deep space with a thought, ^[15] erecting impenetrable force fields, ^[16] and compressing the population of an entire planet into a single being, namely Mangog. ^[17] Odin is highly skilled in using his powers during combat situations, such as being able to defeat powerful beings such as the Silver Surfer and Thanos in combat. ^[18] Also, Odin has proven powerful enough to take a soul away from Mephisto and warned the demon off with naught save a verbal demand. Mangog is an immeasurably powerful being who has fought Thor and other Marvel Comics characters. ... The Silver Surfer is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby. ... Thanos is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe. ...

Odin is also a master tactician and schemer. In addition to feats such as preventing Ragnarok ^[19] it has been revealed that Odin was planning for the arrival of the Celestial Fourth Host for centuries. ^[20] Odin is not, however, all-powerful. Once a year, he needs to undertake the Odinsleep - a state of deep sleep lasting for a day in which the Odinforce is recharged. During this time Odin is guarded closely as he is vulnerable. ^[21]

In other media

• Odin appears in segments of episodes of The Mighty Thor in the 1966 television series The Marvel Superheroes.
• Odin is off-screen in the animated movie Ultimate Avengers 2. He is voiced by Dwight Schultz.
• Odin appears in the video game Marvel: Ultimate Alliance as a non-playable character voiced by Peter Renaday.

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