First Appearance: Journey into Mystery #102 (1964)

Played By: Jaimie Alexander ("Love and Other Drugs")

Origin: As a youth, she was taken by a giant and offered to the Goddess of Death, Hela. Thor rescued her and offered himself as a replacement to the vengeful goddess. Impressed, Hela released them both. Having faced Death herself, Thor was now able to lift Mjolnir (the magical hammer).

Known For: The greatest of all female Asgardian warriors, lover of Thor, sister of Heimdall.

Powers: The usual Asgardian stuff: Super-strength, long life, slow aging process, quick healing abilities, really tall.