Hela is the Asgardian Goddess of Death in Marvel Comics, ruler of Hel and Niffleheim. This timeline covers her publication history, key story arcs, and villainous exploits from her first appearance to recent events.
Hela first appears in Marvel Comics in Journey into Mystery #102, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. She is introduced as the daughter of Loki and ruler of the dead. #marvel #comics #villain )
Hela battles Thor for the first time in Journey into Mystery #116, attempting to claim his soul. She is defeated but establishes her role as a recurring antagonist. #marvel #thor #villain )
In Thor #131, Loki reveals that Hela is his daughter, solidifying her connection to the Asgardian royal family. #marvel #asgard #loki )
Hela overthrows the previous ruler of Hel in Thor #204, becoming the undisputed queen of the dead realm. #marvel #hel #asgard )
In Thor #278, Hela uses her powers to banish Odin to Earth, weakening Asgard's leadership. #marvel #odin #asgard )
Hela wields the mystical Nightsword for the first time in Thor #334, a weapon capable of slaying gods. #marvel #nightsword #weapon )
Hela commands an army of the dead in an assault on Asgard in Thor #364, one of her first large-scale invasions. #marvel #undead #ragnarok )
Hela merges the realms of Hel and Niffleheim under her rule in Thor #440, increasing her power. #marvel #hel #niffleheim )
In Thor #479, Hela curses Thor so that his wounds will not heal, a lasting affliction. #marvel #thor #curse )
Hela plays a key role in the 'Ragnarok' arc in Thor #490-495, aiding in the destruction of Asgard. #marvel #ragnarok #asgard )
During Ragnarok, Hela kills Odin in Thor #497, a pivotal moment. #marvel #odin #death )
After Ragnarok, Hela remains as the sole ruler of Hel in Thor #502. #marvel #hel #ruler )
Hela appears in the 'Thor: The Reigning' storyline, dealing with the aftermath of Ragnarok. #marvel #thor #storyline )
Hela forms an alliance with the Enchantress in Thor #65, targeting Thor's mortal lover. #marvel #enchantress #alliance )
Hela invades Earth and battles Doctor Strange in Strange #6, crossing into the magical realm. #marvel #doctorstrange #magic )
Hela appears in the 'World War Hulk' tie-in, The Incredible Hulk #107, attempting to claim the Hulk's soul. #marvel #hulk #worldwarhulk )
Hela appears in the limited series Thor: Son of Asgard #5, mentoring a young Thor. #marvel #thor #asgard )
In Thor #600, Hela tortures Loki in Hel for his manipulations. #marvel #loki #torture )
Hela participates in the 'Siege' event, siding with the Siege of Asgard. #marvel #siege #asgard )
Hela appears in the alternate universe series Thor: The Mighty Avenger #7. #marvel #thor #alternateuniverse )
Hela features in the War of the Gods storyline in Journey into Mystery #637. #marvel #godswar #asgard )
Hela appears in Thor: God of Thunder #13, challenging the God Butcher. #marvel #thor #godbutcher )
Hela fights Jane Foster as Thor in Thor (vol. 4) #4, seeking to claim her soul. #marvel #janefoster #thor )
Hela appears in the Secret Wars tie-in, Thors #1, as part of the Battleworld domain. #marvel #secretwars #battleworld )
In Mighty Thor #5, Hela claims dominion over all Asgardian souls, including the Valkyries. #marvel #valkyrie #death )
Hela appears in The Unworthy Thor #3, offering a new hammer to Thor. #marvel #thor #hammer )
Hela is killed by Surtur in the film Thor: Ragnarok, but the comics version continues. #marvel #mcufilm #ragnarok )
Hela plays a major role in the War of the Realms event, fighting alongside Malekith. #marvel #waroftherealms #malekith )
Hela appears in Valkyrie: Jane Foster #1, clashing with the new Valkyrie. #marvel #valkyrie #janefoster )
In 'King Thor' limited series, Hela wields the Necrosword, becoming the God of the Dead. #marvel #necrosword #kingthor )
Hela battles Black Panther in Black Panther #200, trying to claim souls from Wakanda. #marvel #blackpanther #wakanda )
Hela returns in Thor (vol. 6) #1, seeking to resurrect the God of Hammers. #marvel #thor #godofhammers )
Hela appears in Strange #6, allying with Doctor Strange against a common threat. #marvel #doctorstrange #alliance )
In 'Immortal Thor' #1, an alternate future shows Hela ruling Asgard. #marvel #asgard #future )
Hela participates in the Blood Hunt crossover, leading undead legions. #marvel #bloodhunt #vampire )