History
Origin
Njord was the son of Buri and of a Frost Giantess, and brother to Bor and Mimir.[4]
Vanir
When Bor succeeded Buri (after besting him in combat), Njord left to found Vanaheim, married Skadi and sired the Vanir.[4]
Eventually, Bor's son Odin warred against Vanaheim and annexed their realm to Asgard.[1]
After many year of war between the two people a peace was achieved when Frigga married Odin the All-Father, merging their people together.[5]
Asgardian
Defeated, Njord had no love for the Aesir.[1]
He was among the many Asgardians to test the invulnerability of Balder by throwing weapons at him.[1]
As the Lord of the Sea, Njord helped Thor and the Warriors Three by retrieving the body of Holth, a shapeshifting Giant killed by the Warriors while in whale form.[2]Personality
As the Vanir were annexed by Odin's Aesir, Njord bears no love for them.[1]
It was hinted that as Sea God, he may lacked mercy.[3]
However, he benevolently helped the Aesir retrieve the body of Holth, ensuring the stability of the truce between Gods and Giants.[2]Attributes
Powers
As the God and Lord of the Sea, Njord seemingly displayed abilities to control the sea, bringing Holth from the depths to the surface.[2]
Abilities
Skilled warrior, notably in spear throwing.[1]
Paraphernalia
Equipment
An armor and helmet.[1]
Weapons
A spear.[1]
See Also
- 2 appearance(s) of Njord Burison (Earth-616)
- 1 mention(s) of Njord Burison (Earth-616)
- 2 mention(s) in handbook(s) of Njord Burison (Earth-616)
- 1 invocation(s) of Njord Burison (Earth-616)
- 1 image(s) of Njord Burison (Earth-616)
Links and References
- Njord at the Guide to the Mythological Universe
- Njord at the Unofficial Appendix to the Handbook of the Marvel Universe