Loki (comics)

Loki (comics)

Loki is a fictional character, a supervillain who appears in comic books by Marvel Comics. He is the adoptive brother and archenemy of Thor. He is based on the being of the same name from Norse mythology. The character first appeared historically in Venus #6 (August 1949) and in modern day in Journey into Mystery #85 (October 1962). The character was created by writer Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby.

Loki has appeared in several ongoing series, limited series and alternate reality series, including his own 4-issue series Loki (2004). He will appear in the new issues of Young Avengers in 2013. The character has also appeared in associated Marvel merchandise including animated television series, clothing, toys, video games, and movies.

Tom Hiddleston first portrayed Loki in the 2011 live action film Thor directed by Kenneth Branagh then again in The Avengers (2012) . Hiddleston will reprise the role again in the upcoming film Thor: The Dark World, set to release on November 8, 2013.

In 2009, Loki was ranked as IGN's 8th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time.

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