Is Uru in Norse mythology?

Uru is found on a different planet
It can only be obtained on the planet Nidavellir. In Norse myth, the planet represents low or dark fields. In MCU, it is a ringed structure that was built around a dying star. However, in the comics, it is one of the nine realms that make up the world tree.
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Is Marvel in Norse mythology?

Loki is a half giant in both the Marvel universe and in Norse mythology, with one of his parents being a goddess and the other a full giant. Marvel did change the roles of his parents, however. His father, Laufey, is actually supposed to be his mother, as told by Norsemen.
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Is MCU Thor based on Norse mythology?

Although Marvel's rendition of Thor retains many aspects of the original Norse mythology, it's unsurprising that the writers changed a few key elements of these ancient myths in order to bring them into the world of superheroes.
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Is Mjolnir heavy in Norse mythology?

For example, Marvel – which publishes the Thor comics – issued a “Thor's Hammer” trading card in 1991 that states Mjolnir is made of Uru and weighs precisely 42.3 pounds. That's lighter than a herd of 300 billion mice, much less a herd of 300 billion elephants.
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Who forged Mjolnir in Norse mythology?

Mjollnir, Old Norse Mjöllnir, in Norse mythology, the hammer of the thunder god, Thor, and the symbol of his power. Forged by dwarfs, the hammer never failed Thor; he used it as a weapon to crash down on the heads of giants and as an instrument to hallow people and things.
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Who made Odin's spear?

History. According to one story, dwarves forged it from sunlight as a gift to Odin. Another story states it was among several objects forged by the Sons of Ivalid as part of a contest arranged by Loki. According to another story, Gungnir is from a previous Asgard that was destroyed by Ragnarok.
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Is Stormbreaker in Norse mythology?

Unlike Mjolnir, Stormbreaker doesn't have its origins in classic mythology. Instead, it's pure Marvel Comics, created by the legendary Walt Simonson in 1984.
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Can Moon Knight lift Mjolnir?

Interestingly, according to comics, one of Moon Knight's abilities even allows him to control Thor's hammer (Mjolnir) which otherwise only Captain America and Hela could do in previous MCU films.
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Can Magneto lift Thor's hammer?

CAN MAGNETO LIFT THOR'S HAMMER? Yes,magneto can control magnetic fields not metals. So Marvel had revealed that Magneto can lift Thor's hammer.
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Who was Havi Norse?

Hávi, a variant form of Hár, one of the names of Odin, the chief god in Norse mythology.
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Who would win Odin or Zeus?

Odin – Physical Strength. In a battle of pure brute strength, it is obvious that Zeus would emerge victorious. The strongest Olympian's muscle power is a fact that is widely known. There are several detailed accounts of how Zeus used his powers along with the thunderbolt to punish his enemies in one strike.
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Does Valhalla exist in MCU?

It's surprising to hear that Marvel toyed with introducing Valhalla itself in the MCU, and in that version it seems safe to assume there would have been a lot more Valkyrie warriors.
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Is Hulk Norse mythology?

Marvel's Marvel's Thor: Ragnarok is loosely based on three Thor comics: The Unworthy Thor and the Ragnarok story arc, both of which derive from Norse mythology, and Planet Hulk, which, to our detriment, does not.
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Who is Thanos in Norse mythology?

In Thor: Ragnarok, (#spoiler) we are introduced to Hela (Hel in Norse myth) and Fenrir but not to Jörmungandr. In Norse myth Jörmungandr (Jormungand in Marvel comics) is the world serpent that kills Thor when Ragnarok comes.
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Is there a female Thor in Norse mythology?

The comic book publisher said the female Thor is an effort to bring new readers and to appeal to women and girls, whom Marvel said have long been ignored in comics. Jason Aaron, the writer of the new Thor series, said: “This is not She-Thor. This is not Lady Thor. This is not Thorita.
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Is mythology Thor stronger than Marvel Thor?

Marvel's Thor may have the edge in raw power; Norse myth indicates that Thor needed a magical belt and gloves to give him the strength to wield Mjolnir to its full effect, whereas Marvel's Thor has only occasionally used those items as strength-boosters.
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Can Odin lift Thor's hammer?

Odin attributes his inability to lift the hammer to the Storm Mother he had implanted in it as he seeks to wield it to defend Asgard from an apparent attack, revealed just to be the fiery Phoenix. Recently, Odin's enchanted to make Mjolnir only accessible to those deemed worthy has apparently been lifted.
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Is Vibranium or adamantium stronger?

While Adamantium is denser, it can still succumb to extreme heat, while Vibranium's only true weakness is sonic waves and itself. By lacking easily accessible counters, Vibranium easily takes the crown as the stronger metal.
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Who is an Omega level mutant?

Omega Level Mutants are mutants whose dominant power is deemed to register, or reach, an undefinable upper limit of that power's specific classification.
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Is Khonshu real?

According to Ancient Egypt Online, Khonshu is indeed the Egyptian god of the moon, and is actually named "Khonsu." His name also has several other spellings, including "Khons," "Chons," or "Khensu." He was known for ruling over time and was even revered as a god of healing.
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Can Black Widow lift Mjolnir?

Black Widow Became Worthy And Lifted Mjolnir After Thor Died.
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Is Black Panther worthy of Mjolnir?

In a remarkable twist, this week's Avengers #36 reveals Black Panther is one of the few people considered worthy by Mjolnir. Jason Aaron's current Avengers run has been carefully weaving his Thor lore into the wider history of the Marvel Universe, revealing the first Avengers were formed 1,000,000 years ago.
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Is Beta Ray Bill stronger than Thor?

Though the reason for their toughness does vary. For Beta Ray Bill, he was designed that way and has multiple factors for being that way. Meanwhile, Thor has the power of an Asgardian and Mjolnir to back him up. Believe it or not, but Beta Ray Bill is just a tiny bit more durable than Thor.
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Is the Leviathan axe in Norse mythology?

The Leviathan Axe And Thor

They forged the Leviathan Axe as a weapon to counter Mjolnir, and as a form of partial penance. It was given to Laufey, Atreus' mother. The Leviathan Axe's name is inspired in-universe by Norse mythology's own giant sea creature, the World Serpent.
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What is Loki's weapon in Norse mythology?

Laevateinn is the mythological weapon forged by Loki, the trickster god of Norse mythology. However, the weapon is shrouded by a veil of mystery. One of the reasons for this is the name of the weapon.
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