Heimdall (Marvel)

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Heimdall is a male comic deity character that features in Marvel Comics.

Biography

When the Beyonders were destroying all of reality, Heimdall witnessed the clash of two different Earths and the assembly of Asgard's various enemies against them. He reported his findings to Allfather Odin and later witnessed a future King Loki release Jormungandr where he led Hel's forces against Asgard. (Loki: Agent of Asgard v1 #14) Following the events on Battleworld, he resumed his duties as guardian of the Bifrost Bridge where he stood silently as Cul Borson's Thunder Guard battled the new Thor. As she was overpowered, Heimdall intervened and used his powers to send her to Alfheim whereupon he surrendered to the Thunder Guard to be placed in Asgardia's prison cells. (Mighty Thor v2 #2)

Overview

Personality and attributes

Powers and abilities

He also had in his possession Gjallerhorn that was an immense horn that called the Asgardians to battle. (Thor v1 #248)

Notes

• Heimdall was created by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber and Jack Kirby where he makes his first appearance in Journey into Mystery v1 #85 (October 1962).

In other media

Television

• In The Marvel Super Heroes, Heimdall made an appearance in the animated series in "The Trap of Loki" where he was passing by the tree that held the imprisoned Loki. The spell that kept the trickster trapped could only be lifted if a tear was shed and Loki used his power to manipulate a leaf to brush by the passing Heimdall's eye to cause him to shed an involuntary tear. This act allowed Loki to be freed from his trap and he sought to get vengeance against Thor.
• In The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, Heimdall made a number of appearances in the animated television series where he was voiced by actor J.B. Blanc.

Films

• In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Heimdall made a number of appearances in the shared continuity setting.
  • In Thor, the character made an appearance in a supporting role where he was played by actor Idris Elba. He was Asgardian watcher that stood at his observatory and controlled the Bifrost Bridge. Despite his skill, he did not perceive a group of Frost Giants entering into Asgard and making their way to Odin's vaults. This chain of events led to Thor, Loki, Sif and the Warriors Three asking Heimdall to keep their departure to Jotunheim a secret as they sought retribution. When Thor was banished, Odin entered into the Odinsleep leading to Loki placing himelf on the throne with Heimdall forcibly and reluctantly accepting him as his ruler. However, he observed a liberal interpretation of Loki's orders and did not report when Sif along with the Warriors Three went to Midgard to warn Thor. As a result of his actions, Loki dismissed Heimdall from his service thus releasing him from his vows to the throne and allowing him to strike at Loki. Loki in turn used the Casket of Ancient Winters to freeze the watcher of the Bifrost Bridge. He was freed when Thor returned and defeated his adopted brother but their battle had damaged the Rainbow Bridge. Thor stood with Heimdall asking if the link with Earth was forever severed with the watcher showing that it was regenerating. The Odinson later asked what Jan Foster was doing to which Heimdall chuckled stating that she was still looking for Thor.

Video games

• In Marvel: Avengers Alliance, Heimdall appeared in the video game where his backstory said he was the brother to Sif and ally to Thor. He was described as the guardian of the Bifrost Bridge and the eternal sentry of Asgard. His vision and hearing was so sensitive that they border on omniscience, allowing him to perceive threats from all across the Nine Worlds.
• In Marvel: Avengers Alliance 2, Heimdall appeared in the setting of the mobile video game.

Appearances

• Journey into Mystery v1:
• Loki: Agent of Asgard v1:

External Links

• Wikipedia Entry

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