Who Is Woden? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Woden is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Woden Thorson, with over 6 comic issue appearances. Woden is the son of Thor the Thunder God and Sif the Shield Maiden of Asgard.

Who is Woden?

Origin Woden was born to Thor and Sif in an alternate universe (Earth 691, 31st Century). He grew up without the presence of his father who continued to pursue adventures and as a result became an ill-tempered youth. Sif, concerned about her son's poor disposition and apathy towards his lineage approached Odin who then commanded Thor to return to Asgard against the Thunder God's wishes. Despite taking his son under his wing and instilling a strong pride of their heritage within the younger Asgardian, Thor in time found himself spending more and more time in the mead-halls, mourning the loss of his formerly exciting and victorious past. Witnessing his father's descent into self-pity and largesse, Woden left home in disgust and disappointment. Creation Woden is a Marvel character created by Michael Gallagher and Craig Anderson in 1994. He first appeared in Guardians Of The Galaxy #42 Character Evolution From a bully to a proud Asgardian, Woden traveled throughout the universe and various realms putting to use his training as a warrior. Much like his father, his arrogance became tempered by these experiences and any remaining vestiges of his selfish and boastful youthful self were gon.

Key facts

Woden is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "The Sins Of The Father". The character is published by Marvel. With 6 recorded issue appearances, Woden ranks among the most featured characters in comics.