Leir (Marvel Comics)

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Leir
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceThor #386 (Dec. 1987)
Created byTom DeFalco and Ron Frenz
In-story information
Team affiliationsThe Celtic gods of Avalon

Leir is a fictional character appearing in

Avalon. He was created by Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz in 1987 as a side character in Thor
comics.

Fictional character biography

The comics describe that Leir dwelt in Avalon with other Celtic gods.

The books describe that when the

Caber, to battle the armies of Seth when he attacked Asgard.[2]

The books describe that Leir and Caber next attacked the camp of the Fomorians, the traditional enemies of Avalon.

Surtur.[6] Leir then challenged Thor to a duel over Sif, believing him to be her champion, but was instead defeated in a duel with Sif.[7]

Powers and abilities

The books describe that Leir has the typical powers of the Celtic gods of Avalon. This includes superhuman strength, speed, durability, stamina, and reflexes, and a drastically long lifespan.

Leir can generate electrical energy from his hands as a lightning-like spear, which he uses as a weapon. He also wields a shield of unknown properties.

Leir is a highly proficient hand-to-hand combatant, a good swordsman, and an expert at spear-throwing.

References

  1. ^ Thor #386
  2. ^ Thor #398-400; The West Coast Avengers vol. 2 #41
  3. ^ Marvel Comics Presents #30
  4. ^ Thor #417
  5. ^ Thor #418
  6. ^ Thor #425
  7. ^ Thor #426

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