Valkyrie
Creation & Design
Valkyrie was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, inspired by Norse mythology and the Valkyries who choose those who may die and those who may live in battles.Early Years
Valkyrie first appeared in The Avengers #83, where she was introduced as a powerful warrior and ally to the Avengers. She quickly became a prominent figure in the Marvel Universe, often associated with Thor and Asgard.Character Development
Over the years, Valkyrie has evolved from a supporting character to a leading figure in her own right, showcasing her strength, leadership, and complex relationships with other characters in the Marvel Universe.Cultural Reception
Valkyrie has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her strength and depth as a character, particularly in recent adaptations.Character Details
Real Name:
Brunnhilde
Aliases:
Valkyrie, Brunnhilde
Species:
Asgardian
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Avengers, Defenders, S.H.I.E.L.D.
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Skilled warrior, Immortality
Equipment:
Dragonfang (sword), Asgardian armor
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 8"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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1st appearance of Barbara Norris, later becomes Valkyrie
1st appearance of Night-Crawler, renamed Dark-Crawler
Conclusion of a crossover story arc that began in Dr. Strange 183 and continued in Sub-Mariner #22 that leads to the formation of the Defenders
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1st appearance of Barbara Norris, later becomes Valkyrie
1st appearance of Night-Crawler, renamed Dark-Crawler
Conclusion of a crossover story arc that began in Dr. Strange 183 and continued in Sub-Mariner #22 that leads to the formation of the Defenders
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1st appearance of Valkyrie, Enchantress in disguise
1st team appearance of the Lady Liberators: Valkyrie, Scarlet Witch, Wasp, Black Widow, Medusa
Debut of the Rutland Halloween Parade, a real parade held in Vermont annually that has been depicted in both Marvel and DC comics nearly 20 times with parade attendees wearing superhero costumes from both publishers in each book
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1st appearance of Valkyrie, Enchantress in disguise
1st team appearance of the Lady Liberators: Valkyrie, Scarlet Witch, Wasp, Black Widow, Medusa
Debut of the Rutland Halloween Parade, a real parade held in Vermont annually that has been depicted in both Marvel and DC comics nearly 20 times with parade attendees wearing superhero costumes from both publishers in each book
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1st appearance of Valkyrie, Samantha Parrington
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1st appearance of Barbara Norris as Valkyrie
Valkyrie joins the Defenders
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1st appearance of Barbara Norris as Valkyrie
Valkyrie joins the Defenders
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Origin of Valkyrie
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1st appearance of Brunnhilde in her own body after centuries under the control of Enchantress
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1st appearance of Brunnhilde in her own body after centuries under the control of Enchantress
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1st team appearance of the Secret Avengers: Captain America, War Machine, Black Widow, Valkyrie, Beast, Nova and Moon Knight
1st team appearance of the Shadow Council
Beginning of the 'Heroic Age' according to Marvel
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1st team appearance of the Secret Avengers: Captain America, War Machine, Black Widow, Valkyrie, Beast, Nova and Moon Knight
1st team appearance of the Shadow Council
Beginning of the 'Heroic Age' according to Marvel
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Variant cover art by Mike Deodato featuring Valkyrie
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Variant cover art by Mike Deodato featuring Valkyrie
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Variant cover art by Jelena Kevic-Djurdjevic
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1st team appearance of the Asgardians of the Galaxy: Angela, Valkyrie, Throg, the Destroyer, Skurge the Executioner, and Thunderstrike, Kevin Masterson, son of the original Thunderstrike
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1st team appearance of the Asgardians of the Galaxy: Angela, Valkyrie, Throg, the Destroyer, Skurge the Executioner, and Thunderstrike, Kevin Masterson, son of the original Thunderstrike
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Death of Valkyrie, Brunnhilde
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Variant cover art by Artgerm
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