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VALKYRIEBRUNNHILDE
Chooser of the Slain, leader of the Valkyrior, and now King of Asgard. Brunnhilde was once Odin's greatest warrior, leading the legendary Valkyries who selected worthy warriors for Valhalla. After tragedy struck her sisters, she became a reluctant hero—and eventually a king. Tessa Thompson's charismatic MCU portrayal has made Valkyrie one of the franchise's most popular characters, with her bisexuality making her Marvel's first openly LGBTQ+ superhero in film.
CARD
#061
DEBUT
1970
FIRST
AVG #83
DEMAND
HIGH
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2025 TOPPS MARVEL MINT
This premium trading card is part of the 2025 Topps Marvel Mint collection. Each card showcases Marvel's greatest heroes and villains with exceptional artwork and collectible value.
Chooser of the Slain
Valkyrie first appeared in Avengers #83 (December 1970), created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema. In Norse mythology, the Valkyries were Odin's handmaidens who selected warriors slain in battle to join him in Valhalla. Marvel's Brunnhilde was the leader of these divine warriors, the greatest among them.
In the comics, Brunnhilde's history is complex. She was trapped in various mortal hosts for centuries before regaining her true form. She became a founding member of the Defenders, fighting alongside Doctor Strange, Hulk, and Namor. Her warrior's code and Asgardian honor made her a natural leader.
The Valkyries themselves have a tragic history—Hela slaughtered them in battle, leaving Brunnhilde as the sole survivor in the MCU. This trauma informed her character's initial reluctance to be a hero. Her journey from grief-stricken exile to King of Asgard represents one of the MCU's most satisfying character arcs.
Powers and Abilities
ASGARDIAN PHYSIOLOGY
- Superhuman strength, speed, durability
- Extended lifespan (thousands of years)
- Accelerated healing
VALKYRIE ABILITIES
- Death perception (see approaching death)
- Transport souls to Valhalla
- Dragonfang sword mastery
MCU: Tessa Thompson's Breakout Role
Tessa Thompson debuted as Valkyrie in "Thor: Ragnarok" (2017), reimagining the character as a hard-drinking scavenger on Sakaar. Her introduction—drunkenly falling off her ship—immediately established her irreverent charm. The film revealed her tragic backstory: she was the sole survivor of Hela's massacre of the Valkyries.
In "Avengers: Endgame," Valkyrie led the Asgardian refugees in New Asgard (Norway). Thor appointed her King of Asgard before departing with the Guardians. "Thor: Love and Thunder" showed her ruling New Asgard, though she struggled with the bureaucratic aspects of leadership. Her bisexuality was confirmed, making her the MCU's first openly LGBTQ+ superhero.
INVESTMENT ALERT: Valkyrie cards benefit from Tessa Thompson's popularity and King of Asgard status. Avengers #83 (first appearance) is a Bronze Age key. Her LGBTQ+ representation adds cultural significance. Any Thor 5 or New Asgard project would boost values. Strong fan devotion ensures sustained interest.
Team Affiliations
VALKYRIOR
Leader of Odin's warriors
DEFENDERS
Founding member
SECRET AVENGERS
Covert operations
2025 Marvel Mint Collector Analysis
Card #061 Valkyrie offers Silver tier value with exceptional MCU presence and King of Asgard status. Tessa Thompson's popularity ensures continued relevance. Her LGBTQ+ representation adds cultural significance beyond pure speculation. Any New Asgard storyline would feature her prominently.
PARALLEL CHASE
Blue and White parallels match her Asgardian armor
INVESTMENT RATING
HIGH - MCU royalty with representation appeal