Who Is Enchantress? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Enchantress is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Amora, with over 869 comic issue appearances. Amora the Enchantress, an Asgardian Goddess and immensely powerful sorcerer. Being backed by years of experience, she is one of Thor’s greatest and most ruthless foes because of her immense power, and because he is her love interest.

Who is Enchantress?

Origin With unknown parentage, Amora was born in Asgard , and at a young age, she began to learn the ways of magic as an apprentice of Karnilla . However, she would soon be banished for being too undisciplined. Amora quickly decided to train herself in the ways of magic by seducing other sorcerers, forcing them to reveal their ancient secrets to her. In time, Amora became one of the most powerful sorceresses in all of Asgard. She was also very adept in the use of manipulation and charm to get her way. Creation Amora first appeared in Journey into Mystery #103 and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby . She is heavily based on the Norse mythological story of the Golden Apple, yet she is not based in any specific norse deity,. Character Evolution Silver Age The Enchantress Amora first appeared as a foe of Thor, albeit with the intention of seducing him and then soon after as an enemy of the Avengers.

Key facts

Enchantress is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "The Enchantress And The Executioner!". The character is published by Marvel. With 869 recorded issue appearances, Enchantress ranks among the most featured characters in comics.