Beta Ray Bill
Creation & Design
Beta Ray Bill was created by writer-artist Walter Simonson, who introduced him as a noble warrior of the Korbinites, a dying race seeking a new home.Early Years
Bill first appeared in Thor #337, where he fought Thor for the right to wield Mjolnir, proving his worthiness and establishing himself as a hero.Character Development
Over the years, Beta Ray Bill has evolved from a mere adversary of Thor to a beloved hero in his own right, often grappling with themes of identity, worthiness, and sacrifice.Cultural Reception
Beta Ray Bill has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his depth and complexity as a character.Character Details
Real Name:
Beta Ray Bill
Aliases:
Korbinites, The Worthy
Species:
Korbinites
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Thor, The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Energy manipulation, Flight
Equipment:
Stormbreaker, Spaceship
Weight:
500lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
orange
Hair Color:
orange
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Comic Reader #212
Street Enterprises
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1983
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Interior solicitation for Thor #337 with black and white cover image featuring Beta Ray Bill
Cover art featuring Daredevil and Shang-Chi by Mike Mignola
Key Facts
Interior solicitation for Thor #337 with black and white cover image featuring Beta Ray Bill
Cover art featuring Daredevil and Shang-Chi by Mike Mignola
Marvel Age #6
Marvel
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1983
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Preview appearance of Beta Ray Bill
Spider-Ham advertisement on back cover
Key Facts
Preview appearance of Beta Ray Bill
Spider-Ham advertisement on back cover
Thor #337
Marvel
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1983
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Beta Ray Bill, a Korbinite alien worthy of picking up Mjolnir
1st appearance of Lorelai, the sister of Enchantress
Key Facts
1st appearance of Beta Ray Bill, a Korbinite alien worthy of picking up Mjolnir
1st appearance of Lorelai, the sister of Enchantress
Thor #338
Marvel
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1983
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
2nd appearance and origin of Beta Ray Bill
Thor #339
Marvel
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1984
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Vol. 1
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Introduction and origin of Stormbreaker, Beta Ray Bill's hammer
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Introduction and origin of Stormbreaker, Beta Ray Bill's hammer
Thor #440
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st team appearance of Thor Corps: Dargo Ktor, Eric Masterson, Beta-Ray Bill
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1st team appearance of Thor Corps: Dargo Ktor, Eric Masterson, Beta-Ray Bill
Starmasters #1
Marvel
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1995
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st team appearance of the Starmasters: Beta Ray Bill, Silver Surfer, Quasar
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1st team appearance of the Starmasters: Beta Ray Bill, Silver Surfer, Quasar
Stormbreaker: The Saga of Beta Ray Bill #1
Marvel
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2005
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
First solo series featuring Beta Ray Bill
1st appearance of Stardust, an ancient cosmic being of indiscernible form who served as Galactus’s Herald
1st appearance of Alpha Ray Bill, a bio-engineered protector of the Korbinites
Copies ordered by retailers: 31,234
Key Facts
First solo series featuring Beta Ray Bill
1st appearance of Stardust, an ancient cosmic being of indiscernible form who served as Galactus’s Herald
1st appearance of Alpha Ray Bill, a bio-engineered protector of the Korbinites
Copies ordered by retailers: 31,234
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Reprint of Beta Ray Bill's first appearance
Packaged with the 2006 Marvel Legends Beta Ray Bill action figure
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Reprint of Beta Ray Bill's first appearance
Packaged with the 2006 Marvel Legends Beta Ray Bill action figure
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Second printing
Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter #1
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
3-issue miniseries where Beta Ray Bill hunts down Galactus
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #337
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Thor
Copies ordered by retailers: 21,265
Key Facts
3-issue miniseries where Beta Ray Bill hunts down Galactus
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #337
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Thor
Copies ordered by retailers: 21,265
Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter #2
Marvel
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2009
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #338
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Silver Surfer
Copies ordered by retailers: 17,549
Key Facts
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #338
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Silver Surfer
Copies ordered by retailers: 17,549
Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter #3
Marvel
•
2009
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #339
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Galactus
Copies ordered by retailers: 16,553
Key Facts
Oversized issue includes a reprint of Thor #339
Battle of Beta Ray Bill vs Galactus
Copies ordered by retailers: 16,553
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Variant cover art by Frank Cho
Cover homage of the film 'The Graduate'
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Variant cover art by Frank Cho
Cover homage of the film 'The Graduate'
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Variant cover art by Jorge Molina
Guardians of the Galaxy #1
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 5
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1st appearance of the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Star-Lord, Cosmic Ghost Rider, Phyla-Vell, Moondragon, Beta Ray Bill and Groot
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1st appearance of the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Star-Lord, Cosmic Ghost Rider, Phyla-Vell, Moondragon, Beta Ray Bill and Groot
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Variant second printing cover art by Nic Klein, interior art used for the cover
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Variant second printing cover art by Nic Klein, interior art used for the cover
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Variant cover art by Mike McKone
Store exclusive, anniversary frame border
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Variant cover art by Mike McKone
Store exclusive, anniversary frame border
Thor #24
Marvel
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2022
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Vol. 6
Key Facts
750th anniversary issue, oversized 72-pages
Origin of Beta Ray Bill
Reveal that Odin’s lifeforce is housed in Mjolnir
Key Facts
750th anniversary issue, oversized 72-pages
Origin of Beta Ray Bill
Reveal that Odin’s lifeforce is housed in Mjolnir
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