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Who Is Balder? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Balder (In the Public Domain): Balder was the god of light, beauty and wisdom. He was son of Odin and Frigga.

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Balder is a In the Public Domain comic book character, the alter ego of Baldr, with over 75 comic issue appearances. Balder was the god of light, beauty and wisdom. He was son of Odin and Frigga.

Who is Balder?

Name: Balder. Also Baldr and Bealdor. Area Of Control: light, harmony, wisom, and beauty. Symbols: The main symbol of Baldr was his beauty. Usual Image: Balder was thought of as a beautiful young man. Holy Books: The Edda, as well as poems and sagas. Place Of Worship: Temples, forests and household altar. Relatives: Odin (father), Frigga (mother), Nanna (wife) and Forseti (son).

Key facts

Balder is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "Challenge of the Grim Jester!; The Outcast Viking!; Secret of the Arabian Horse!". The character is published by In the Public Domain. With 75 recorded issue appearances, Balder ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Balder?

Balder was the god of light, beauty and wisdom. He was son of Odin and Frigga.

What is Balder's real name?

Balder's real identity is Baldr.

When did Balder first appear?

Balder first appeared in "Challenge of the Grim Jester!; The Outcast Viking!; Secret of the Arabian Horse!".

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