Nov 1, 1983 CE
Beta Ray Bill First Appearance
Beta Ray Bill debuts in Thor #337, created by Walt Simonson. He is a Korbinite cyborg seeking a new home for his people. #comics #marvel
Chronological Storyline (40 Milestones)
Dec 1, 1983 CE
Bill Lifts Mjolnir
In Thor #338, Bill lifts Thor's hammer Mjolnir, proving his worthiness. This shocks Odin and leads to a duel with Thor. #comics #marvel
Jan 1, 1984 CE
Odin Grants Stormbreaker
In Thor #339, Odin commissions the dwarf Eitri to forge Stormbreaker, a hammer similar to Mjolnir, for Bill. Bill becomes an ally of Asgard. #comics #marvel
Feb 1, 1984 CE
Bill Returns to Korbinites
In Thor #340, Bill uses Stormbreaker to lead his people to a new world. He leaves Earth but remains a cosmic guardian. #comics #marvel
Jun 1, 1985 CE
Bill Battles Surtur
In Thor #350, Bill joins Thor and Asgardians against the fire demon Surtur. He plays a key role in the battle. #comics #marvel
Aug 1, 1987 CE
Bill vs. Thor Rematch
In Thor #382, Bill and Thor have a rematch, ending in mutual respect. Bill continues his cosmic duties. #comics #marvel
May 1, 1988 CE
Bill Meets the Silver Surfer
In Silver Surfer #4, Bill teams up with the Silver Surfer to stop a cosmic threat. #comics #marvel
Mar 1, 1990 CE
Bill in the Infinity Gauntlet
In Infinity Gauntlet #1-6, Bill is among the heroes who confront Thanos. He is turned to stone but later restored. #comics #marvel
Jul 1, 1991 CE
Bill's Own Limited Series
Beta Ray Bill gets a 2-issue limited series (Bill #1-2) exploring his origins and adventures. #comics #marvel
Oct 1, 1993 CE
Bill Joins the Annihilators
In the Annihilators series, Bill becomes a member of this cosmic team alongside Silver Surfer, Gladiator, and others. #comics #marvel
May 1, 1994 CE
Bill in the War of the Gods
In Thor #468-471, Bill helps Thor during the War of the Gods storyline. #comics #marvel
Jan 1, 1996 CE
Bill vs. Desak
In Thor #496-497, Bill battles the god-killer Desak, sacrificing himself to save Asgard. He is later resurrected. #comics #marvel
Aug 1, 1998 CE
Bill in the Heroes Reborn Universe
In the Heroes Reborn storyline, Bill appears in a pocket universe created by Franklin Richards. #comics #marvel
Jun 1, 2000 CE
Bill Returns in Thor Vol. 2
In Thor vol. 2 #1, Bill reappears after the Heroes Reborn saga, continuing his cosmic role. #comics #marvel
Sep 1, 2002 CE
Bill in the 'Gods and Men' Arc
In Thor vol. 2 #58-62, Bill aids Thor against the villain Zarrko. #comics #marvel
Apr 1, 2004 CE
Bill in the 'Ragnarok' Storyline
In Thor vol. 2 #80-85, Bill participates in the Ragnarok cycle, fighting alongside Thor. #comics #marvel
Nov 1, 2005 CE
Bill in the 'Annihilation' Event
In Annihilation #1-6, Bill is a key player in the war against Annihilus. He survives the conflict. #comics #marvel
Mar 1, 2007 CE
Bill in the 'Annihilation: Conquest'
In Annihilation: Conquest, Bill helps fight the Phalanx. He is temporarily captured but escapes. #comics #marvel
Aug 1, 2008 CE
Bill in the 'Secret Invasion'
In Secret Invasion, Bill battles Skrull forces in space. #comics #marvel
May 1, 2009 CE
Bill in the 'War of Kings'
In War of Kings, Bill sides with the Shi'ar against the Inhumans. #comics #marvel
Feb 1, 2010 CE
Bill in the 'Realm of Kings'
In Realm of Kings, Bill continues his cosmic adventures. #comics #marvel
Jul 1, 2011 CE
Bill in the 'Fear Itself'
In Fear Itself, Bill is affected by the Serpent's fear magic but overcomes it. #comics #marvel
Oct 1, 2012 CE
Bill in 'Avengers vs. X-Men'
In Avengers vs. X-Men, Bill sides with the Avengers against the Phoenix Force. #comics #marvel
Apr 1, 2013 CE
Bill in 'Infinity'
In Infinity, Bill helps defend Earth from the Builders. #comics #marvel
Jan 1, 2014 CE
Bill in 'Original Sin'
In Original Sin, Bill is among the heroes who learn the secrets of the Watcher. #comics #marvel
May 1, 2015 CE
Bill in 'Secret Wars'
In Secret Wars, Bill appears in the Battleworld domain of the Kingdom of Manhattan. #comics #marvel
Mar 1, 2016 CE
Bill in 'The Unworthy Thor'
In The Unworthy Thor #1-5, Bill seeks the lost Mjolnir from another universe. He becomes the new wielder of that hammer. #comics #marvel
Aug 1, 2017 CE
Bill in 'Generations'
In Generations: The Unworthy Thor & The Mighty Thor, Bill teams up with Jane Foster's Thor. #comics #marvel
Jun 1, 2018 CE
Bill in 'Infinity Wars'
In Infinity Wars, Bill is merged with another character but later restored. #comics #marvel
Apr 1, 2019 CE
Bill in 'War of the Realms'
In War of the Realms, Bill fights Malekith's forces on Earth. #comics #marvel
Feb 1, 2020 CE
Bill in 'King Thor'
In King Thor #1-4, Bill appears in a future timeline as an ally of the All-Father Thor. #comics #marvel
May 1, 2021 CE
Bill's Solo Series 'Beta Ray Bill'
A 5-issue solo series by Daniel Warren Johnson begins, exploring Bill's quest to save his people. #comics #marvel
Sep 1, 2021 CE
Bill Battles Galactus
In Beta Ray Bill #5, Bill confronts Galactus to save the Korbinites. He uses Stormbreaker to fight the Devourer. #comics #marvel
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Bill in 'Thor: God of Thunder'
Bill appears in the Thor: God of Thunder series as a supporting character. #comics #marvel
Jul 1, 2022 CE
Bill in 'Avengers Forever'
In Avengers Forever, Bill is part of a multiversal Avengers team. #comics #marvel
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Bill in 'The Mighty Thor'
Bill appears in the 2023 Mighty Thor series, aiding Jane Foster. #comics #marvel
Oct 1, 2023 CE
Bill in 'Marvel's Voices: Legacy'
Bill is featured in Marvel's Voices: Legacy, a one-shot celebrating diverse characters. #comics #marvel
Feb 1, 2024 CE
Bill in 'Fall of X'
Bill appears in the Fall of X crossover, aiding mutants against Orchis. #comics #marvel
Jun 1, 2024 CE
Bill in 'Blood Hunt'
In Blood Hunt, Bill fights vampires alongside Blade and other heroes. #comics #marvel
Sep 1, 2024 CE
Bill in 'Venom War'
Bill appears in Venom War, teaming up with Venom to stop a symbiote threat. #comics #marvel