Balder the Brave #1, 3, 4 (1985 Marvel) VF/NM Thor Spin-Off Norse Mythology Walt Simonson Lot

Offered is a VF/NM (Very Fine to Near Mint) lot of Balder the Brave issues #1, 3, and 4, published by Marvel Comics in 1985–1986. Spinning out of the pages of Thor, this four-issue limited series focuses on Balder, Thor’s noble half-brother and one of the most beloved figures in Asgardian mythology.

Written by Walt Simonson, whose legendary run on Thor revitalized the character in the 1980s, and illustrated by Salgood Sam, this series follows Balder’s internal struggle and external battles as he tries to walk the path of peace in a realm consumed by war. It’s a character-driven epic filled with emotional weight, mythic scale, and classic Marvel storytelling.

Lot Details:

• Title: Balder the Brave

• Publisher: Marvel Comics

• Publication Year: 1985–1986

• Issues Included: #1, 3, 4 (of 4-issue limited series)

• Condition: VF/NM – Clean interiors, sharp corners, vibrant covers. Bagged and boarded.

• Writer: Walt Simonson

• Artist: Salgood Sam

• Main Character: Balder (Asgardian god, ally of Thor)

• Genre: Superhero, Fantasy, Norse Mythology, Marvel Limited Series

Why Collect These Issues?

• Written by Walt Simonson, one of the most iconic Thor creators

• Deep dive into Asgardian lore and the character of Balder

• Connects directly to 1980s Thor continuity

• VF/NM high-grade copies — perfect for Marvel Bronze Age collectors

• A must-have for fans of mythology-based superhero storytelling

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