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Based on the fire giant [[Surtr]] from [[norse mythology]], '''Surtur''' is a [[fictional character]] |
Based on the fire giant [[Surtr]] from [[norse mythology]], '''Surtur''' is a [[fictional character]] which appears in [[comic books]] published by [[Marvel Comics]]. The character first appears in ''[[Journey Into Mystery]]'' #97 (Oct 1963) and was created by [[Stan Lee]] & [[Jack Kirby]]. |
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==Fictional character biography== |
==Fictional character biography== |
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Surtur is a fire demon native to the extradimensional plane of [[Muspelheim]], located on the continent of [[Asgard (Marvel Comics)|Asgard]], and is the mortal enemy of the Asgardian ruler [[Odin (Marvel Comics)|Odin]] and his son the Thunder God [[Thor (Marvel Comics)|Thor]]. Surtur first |
Surtur is a ancient fire demon native to the extradimensional plane of [[Muspelheim]], located on the continent of [[Asgard (Marvel Comics)|Asgard]], and is ruler and monarch of that realm. He is said to be the eldest being in the Nine Worlds, possibly predating even the Elder Gods. Surtur is the progenitor of the fire demons who inhabit Muspelheim, often known as the "Sons of Muspel." He is the mortal enemy of the Asgardian ruler [[Odin (Marvel Comics)|Odin]] and his son the Thunder God [[Thor (Marvel Comics)|Thor]]. In a larger sense, he is the enemy of all life, as he seeks to destroy all that lives. Surtur first battled Odin, and his brothers Vili and Ve, thousands of years ago, and became entrapped in Muspelheim.<ref>''Journey Into Mystery'' #97 (Oct 1963)</ref> Surtur is eventually freed in modern times by Odin's adopted son [[Loki (Marvel Comics)|Loki]]. Together with the Storm Giant Skagg, Surtur invaded Earth but the pair were defeated by Odin, Thor and fellow Asgardian [[Balder (Marvel Comics)|Balder]]. Surtur was imprisoned on an asteroid upon his defeat.<ref>''Journey Into Mystery'' #104 (May 1964)</ref> The cult the [[Sons of Satannish]] briefly called Surtur — together with the ice giant [[Ymir (comics)|Ymir]] — back to Earth, before being battling and banished back to Muspelheim again by the [[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]], the [[Black Knight (Dane Whitman)|Black Knight]], and the sorcerer [[Doctor Strange]].<ref>''Avengers''#61 (Feb. 1969)</ref> Surtur later invades Asgard during Loki's reign, and defeats Thor and the defending Asgardian forces, but is finally imprisoned by Thor.<ref>''Thor'' #176 - 177 (May - June 1970)</ref> |
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Years later Surtur reappeared, wielding the magical blade Twilight, and leading a horde of fire demons. Sending [[Malekith the Accursed]] and the demon army to attack Earth to draw away Asgard's legions; these demonic legions battled [[Beta Ray Bill]], the [[Fantastic Four]], the [[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]], and the Asgardian forces on Earth. Surtur stormed Asgard, defeating Thor and then Odin and killing Odin's raven Huginn. Loki managed to deceive Surtur with illusions long enough for Odin and Thor to recover. In the climax of the battle, Odin and Surtur plunged into a dimensional rift, with Surtur becoming trapped in Muspelheim again.<ref>''Thor'' #349 - 353 (Nov. 1984 - Mar. 1985); ''Avengers'' #249</ref> Surtur escaped Muspelheim through the dimension of Death, and battled Thor. After a long absence Odin returned to Asgard, and later absorbed Surtur's essence, which eventually takes him over. Surtur imprisons Odin's Grand Vizier and manages to recreate his physical form and destroyed much of Asgard. Surtur battled Ymir in an attempt to cause Ragnarok, but was defeated when Thor, wielding the Odin Power, banishes Surtur to the Sea of Eternal Night.<ref>''Thor'' #399 - 400 (Jan - Feb. 1989); #418 (Jun. 1990) & #425 (Oct. 1990)</ref> |
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Surtur reappeared during the final [[Ragnarok]], and Thor allowed him to storm Asgard in an attempt to break the endless cycle.<ref>''Thor'' vol. 2, #85 (Dec. 1984)</ref> The alien [[Beta Ray Bill]] briefly visits the ruins of Asgard after the battle, and sees Surtur's dead form falling from the sky, still clutching Twilight.<ref>''Stormbreaker: The Saga of Beta Ray Bill'' #1 - 6 (2005)</ref> When Thor returns from a period of self-induced hibernation, Thor enters the Odinsleep and finds Odin in a limbo between life and death, where Surtur stored a portion of his essence to prevent himself from being killed forever. Odin and Surtur now battle and die every day, only to be reborn and repeat the cycle.<ref>''Thor'' #7 - 8 (March - April 2008)</ref> |
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==Powers and abilities== |
==Powers and abilities== |
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Surtur is an enormous fire demon, standing over 1,000 ft. in height. He possesses superhuman strength, stamina, and durability far surpassing that of Thor. He is possibly a being composed of "living" flame and can manipulate cosmic energy to generate intense heat, flames or concussive force, holding might deemed near-omnipotent. He can also manipulate cosmic energy for various effects, including levitation, molecular manipulation of himself, inter-dimensional teleportation, and immortality. He is vulnerable to intense cold, and can be imprisoned by certain magical spells or by other beings wielding cosmic energy powers equaling his own; Surtur's powers are usually shown to at least rival those of the All-Father's. Surtur is a master warrior and swordsman, and has a prehensile tail. He possesses an immeasurable intellect, and has vast knowledge of ancient and arcane wisdom. |
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Surtur is a fire demon possessing enormous strength and durability; the ability to generate intense heat, flames or concussive force; can generate magic; levitate and utilise inter-dimensional travel. Surtur also possesses the sword Twilight, which is capable of creating rifts in entire dimensions. |
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Surtur possesses the giant sword Twilight, also known as the Sword of Doom, composed of an unknown metal. The sword is magic, capable of manipulating vast amounts of mystical energy, such as shattering dimensional barriers and inhibiting Odin's powers. Loki has temporarily tapped into the power of the sword to change Thor into a frog (Thor is normally resistant to this type of magical transformation) and making the Asgardian populace sick (Asgardians are normally immune to disease). Morgan Le Fay tapped into the power of the sword to reshape the entire planet Earth from modern day into a medieval world. When the sword is bonded with the Eternal Flame, its powers are further increased to an unknown level. |
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==Alternate Versions== |
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The Eternal Flame has an unknown connection to Surtur. When in its vicinity, Surtur claimed it increased his powers. It is unknown to what extent this power increase leads to. |
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==Other versions== |
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===Ultimates=== |
===Ultimates=== |
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Together with Ymir, Surtur briefly battles the [[Ultimates]]. <ref>''[[Ultimates]]'' vol. 2, #13 (May 2007)</ref> |
Together with Ymir, Surtur briefly battles the [[Ultimates]]. <ref>''[[Ultimates]]'' vol. 2, #13 (May 2007)</ref> |
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* Surtur appears in the ''[[Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends]]'' episode titled "The Vengeance of Loki." |
* Surtur appears in the ''[[Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends]]'' episode titled "The Vengeance of Loki." |
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* Surtur has a cameo appearance in the game ''[[Marvel: Ultimate Alliance]]'' (2006). |
* Surtur has a cameo appearance in the game ''[[Marvel: Ultimate Alliance]]'' (2006). |
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Revision as of 23:37, 8 June 2009
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 Thor battles Surtur in Asgard in Thor #176 (May 1970) Art By Jack Kirby. | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Journey Into Mystery #97 (Oct 1963) |
| Created by | Stan Lee and Jack Kirby |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | Surtur |
| Team affiliations | Loki, Ymir, Malekith the Accursed |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength and stamina Near-limitless magical power equal to those of Odin's Immortality Wielder of the enchanted sword Twilight, Sword of Doom |
Based on the fire giant Surtr from norse mythology, Surtur is a fictional character which appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey Into Mystery #97 (Oct 1963) and was created by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby.
Fictional character biography
Surtur is a ancient fire demon native to the extradimensional plane of Muspelheim, located on the continent of Asgard, and is ruler and monarch of that realm. He is said to be the eldest being in the Nine Worlds, possibly predating even the Elder Gods. Surtur is the progenitor of the fire demons who inhabit Muspelheim, often known as the "Sons of Muspel." He is the mortal enemy of the Asgardian ruler Odin and his son the Thunder God Thor. In a larger sense, he is the enemy of all life, as he seeks to destroy all that lives. Surtur first battled Odin, and his brothers Vili and Ve, thousands of years ago, and became entrapped in Muspelheim.[1] Surtur is eventually freed in modern times by Odin's adopted son Loki. Together with the Storm Giant Skagg, Surtur invaded Earth but the pair were defeated by Odin, Thor and fellow Asgardian Balder. Surtur was imprisoned on an asteroid upon his defeat.[2] The cult the Sons of Satannish briefly called Surtur — together with the ice giant Ymir — back to Earth, before being battling and banished back to Muspelheim again by the Avengers, the Black Knight, and the sorcerer Doctor Strange.[3] Surtur later invades Asgard during Loki's reign, and defeats Thor and the defending Asgardian forces, but is finally imprisoned by Thor.[4]
Years later Surtur reappeared, wielding the magical blade Twilight, and leading a horde of fire demons. Sending Malekith the Accursed and the demon army to attack Earth to draw away Asgard's legions; these demonic legions battled Beta Ray Bill, the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, and the Asgardian forces on Earth. Surtur stormed Asgard, defeating Thor and then Odin and killing Odin's raven Huginn. Loki managed to deceive Surtur with illusions long enough for Odin and Thor to recover. In the climax of the battle, Odin and Surtur plunged into a dimensional rift, with Surtur becoming trapped in Muspelheim again.[5] Surtur escaped Muspelheim through the dimension of Death, and battled Thor. After a long absence Odin returned to Asgard, and later absorbed Surtur's essence, which eventually takes him over. Surtur imprisons Odin's Grand Vizier and manages to recreate his physical form and destroyed much of Asgard. Surtur battled Ymir in an attempt to cause Ragnarok, but was defeated when Thor, wielding the Odin Power, banishes Surtur to the Sea of Eternal Night.[6]
Surtur reappeared during the final Ragnarok, and Thor allowed him to storm Asgard in an attempt to break the endless cycle.[7] The alien Beta Ray Bill briefly visits the ruins of Asgard after the battle, and sees Surtur's dead form falling from the sky, still clutching Twilight.[8] When Thor returns from a period of self-induced hibernation, Thor enters the Odinsleep and finds Odin in a limbo between life and death, where Surtur stored a portion of his essence to prevent himself from being killed forever. Odin and Surtur now battle and die every day, only to be reborn and repeat the cycle.[9]
Powers and abilities
Surtur is an enormous fire demon, standing over 1,000 ft. in height. He possesses superhuman strength, stamina, and durability far surpassing that of Thor. He is possibly a being composed of "living" flame and can manipulate cosmic energy to generate intense heat, flames or concussive force, holding might deemed near-omnipotent. He can also manipulate cosmic energy for various effects, including levitation, molecular manipulation of himself, inter-dimensional teleportation, and immortality. He is vulnerable to intense cold, and can be imprisoned by certain magical spells or by other beings wielding cosmic energy powers equaling his own; Surtur's powers are usually shown to at least rival those of the All-Father's. Surtur is a master warrior and swordsman, and has a prehensile tail. He possesses an immeasurable intellect, and has vast knowledge of ancient and arcane wisdom.
Surtur possesses the giant sword Twilight, also known as the Sword of Doom, composed of an unknown metal. The sword is magic, capable of manipulating vast amounts of mystical energy, such as shattering dimensional barriers and inhibiting Odin's powers. Loki has temporarily tapped into the power of the sword to change Thor into a frog (Thor is normally resistant to this type of magical transformation) and making the Asgardian populace sick (Asgardians are normally immune to disease). Morgan Le Fay tapped into the power of the sword to reshape the entire planet Earth from modern day into a medieval world. When the sword is bonded with the Eternal Flame, its powers are further increased to an unknown level.
The Eternal Flame has an unknown connection to Surtur. When in its vicinity, Surtur claimed it increased his powers. It is unknown to what extent this power increase leads to.
Other versions
Ultimates
Together with Ymir, Surtur briefly battles the Ultimates. [10]
Other media
Television
- Surtur appears in the Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends episode titled "The Vengeance of Loki."
Video games
- Surtur has a cameo appearance in the game Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (2006).
References
- ^ Journey Into Mystery #97 (Oct 1963)
- ^ Journey Into Mystery #104 (May 1964)
- ^ Avengers#61 (Feb. 1969)
- ^ Thor #176 - 177 (May - June 1970)
- ^ Thor #349 - 353 (Nov. 1984 - Mar. 1985); Avengers #249
- ^ Thor #399 - 400 (Jan - Feb. 1989); #418 (Jun. 1990) & #425 (Oct. 1990)
- ^ Thor vol. 2, #85 (Dec. 1984)
- ^ Stormbreaker: The Saga of Beta Ray Bill #1 - 6 (2005)
- ^ Thor #7 - 8 (March - April 2008)
- ^ Ultimates vol. 2, #13 (May 2007)
External links
- Surtur at Marvel.com
