Created by: Eric N. Bennett
Art by: Tavis Cardenas

HISTORY

When the god of deception, Aenyr, sought the additional power he needed to conquer the mystic realm of Avalorr, he engaged in the forbidden practice of calling upon the Elder Ones, gods who had inhabited Otherworld in epochs past, long before recorded memory. He traveled to the outskirts of Avalorr and beseeched the aid of the ancient being known as Esh-Kar.

Much to Aenyr’s surprise, the old god heard his plea and granted him aid. Esh-Kar sent a ball of pure mystic force deep into the forest, where it found a rogue band of Rock Trolls who had become lost in the wilds surrounding the city of Avalorr. Esh-Kar’s magic struck the band and transformed them into creatures of living volcanic flame and magma. Aenyr dubbed them “Fire Trolls” and, with them under his thrall, plotted the takeover of Avalorr and the destruction of his rivals.

POWERS & ABILITIES

Fire Trolls possess all the natural attributes of normal Rock Trolls, including vast superhuman strength and durability, great longevity, and accelerated healing. As a result of their transformation by Esh-Kar, they are also beings composed of living flame and molten rock. Their bodies are constantly aflame and maintain an average surface temperature of 780°F (415°C). They can consciously increase their body temperature to a near-plasma state for brief periods.

Fire Trolls’ bodies are covered in a molten, rocky shell that offers far greater protection than their previous thick skin. Combined with their high surface temperatures, this causes most physical objects to melt or vaporize before coming into contact with them. If they are struck, the molten shell blunts much of the damage.

Fire Trolls appear to have no independent will of their own and remain completely under Aenyr’s control. As a result, they are not especially intelligent or creative adversaries and can be outmaneuvered.

FIRST APPEARANCE: G-Men United #3 (Fall 2023)