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| Leir | |
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| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Thor #386 (Dec. 1987) |
| Created by | Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz |
| In-story information | |
| Team affiliations | The Celtic gods of Avalon |
Leir is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe, inspired by the Celtic deity Lir. Created by Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz in 1987, Leir appears primarily as a supporting character in the Thor comic book series. In the Marvel mythology, he is depicted as a god of lightning, hailing from the mythical realm of Avalon. Leir's character is part of Marvel's expansive pantheon, which integrates figures from various mythologies into its superhero narrative. His abilities and storylines often involve themes common to mythological adventurers, including heroic quests and battles with other deities or supernatural foes.