Thor (mythology)

Thor was one of the Norse gods but was also a leading heroic figure in many Viking sagas, a fiery tempered giant-slayer he was an embodiment of the ideal warrior in Viking thought and although somewhat barbaric by today's standards was considered one of Asgard's most powerful heroes in times of need - he is famous for his magical hammer, Mjolnir, which was said to be able to slay any giant that dared cross the path of the thunder-god, who had a dislike of their kind and any wrong-doer.