Thors

Thors is the plural form used to refer to Thor, the Norse god of thunder, and to multiple depictions of the deity in myth. Thor is one of the most prominent figures in Norse mythology, typically portrayed as a fierce and steadfast protector who fights giants and chaotic forces. The name derives from Old Norse Þórr, and the character appears throughout the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda, as well as later medieval literature, sometimes treated as a single figure and other times as part of a broader class of thunder deities.

Thor's parentage is usually given as Odin and Jörð (the earth), though sources vary in naming the mother. He embodies thunder, strength, and protection of gods and humans. His attributes include Mjölnir, a hammer that returns after being thrown; Megingjörð, a belt that doubles his strength; and Járngreipr, iron gloves required to wield the hammer. He travels in a chariot driven by two goats, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr, and is known for combating giants and monsters in mythic narratives.

Historically, worship of Thor was widespread in Norse and Norse-influenced regions and persisted in Iceland into the medieval period. In modern times, Thor remains a pervasive cultural presence in literature and media, though contemporary depictions often reinterpret the myths. The term Thors may appear in scholarly contexts to refer to multiple thunder-figures within the broader Norse pantheon or to different episodes featuring the god in various sources.