What DC Characters Would Be Worthy Enough To Lift Thor’s Hammer?

[Gaius]

DC's version of Thor.

[lemonpeace]

John Stewart
Wonder Woman
Jason Todd (unpopular opinion i know)
Bronze Tiger
possibly Aquaman

off top of my head

[Lukmendes]

Interesting insight, if Superman is ruled out as a result of using lethal force I think that would probably disqualify Captain Marvel (Shazam) as well.

Hal Jordan has however been shown to be capable of using lethal force, as well as having immense willpower.

The question is, would Oden allow a mere mortal like Hal to wield the hammer, or does one have to have at least have some sort of demigod status such as Wonder Woman and Aquaman?

Beta Ray Bill has lifted it, and he's not a god at all, Jane is also only human and lifted it (Although the circumstances of her lifting made it so Thor and Odin himself can't lift it, 'cause Jason Aaron doesn't care about established stuff).

[MajorHoy]

Ambush Bug.

[Jcogginsa]

It's worth noting that Captain America can't lift it under normal circumstances. He can only do so when he's in the heat of battle and his blood is up.

[Alan2099]

It's not just a willingness to kill, or else Hulk would be able to lift it. You have to posses the qualities of a noble warrior. The warrior part alone won't work.

John Stewart
Wonder Woman
Jason Todd (unpopular opinion i know)
Bronze Tiger
possibly Aquaman

off top of my head

That's a pretty good list. I'd also add Starfire, Big Barada, and Steel to the list.

[Captain Nostalgia]

Beta Ray Bill has lifted it, and he's not a god at all, Jane is also only human and lifted it (Although the circumstances of her lifting made it so Thor and Odin himself can't lift it, 'cause Jason Aaron doesn't care about established stuff).

In that case I think Green Lantern Hal Jordan would be the perfect candidate. Odin would love the fact that he is fearless, but yet noble.

[Jody Garland]

Interesting insight, if Superman is ruled out as a result of using lethal force I think that would probably disqualify Captain Marvel (Shazam) as well.

Hal Jordan has however been shown to be capable of using lethal force, as well as having immense willpower.

The question is, would Oden allow a mere mortal like Hal to wield the hammer, or does one have to have at least have some sort of demigod status such as Wonder Woman and Aquaman?

Plain mortals have lifted it plenty of times, like Erik Masterson.

The exact definition of its worthiness has never been spelled out (probably for a good reason- leaves plenty of future plot potential), but it can be assumed it has to do with humility (the reason Thor couldn't lift it originally), chivalry, fearlessness and a willingness to use lethal force, all of which modern Thors have displayed.

With that in mind, I think it rules out Superman and other Superman-like figures, like Captain Marvel. Honestly would probably rule out Batman as well- his ironclad refusal to use lethal force would probably be viewed by Odin as not just a flaw but an outright danger in the wrong circumstances. Most GLs, WW and Aquaman all display the qualities that Thors have displayed so its likely they'd be able to lift it. Whether or not it'd be something they could stand for long term would be another thing, though.

[Jabare]

I know people are throwing ou Batfamily and Green Lantern members, but they really wouldn't make the cut. Dick Grayson would be the one out of anyone for the Batfamily.

For the Lanterns it's tricky. They already pass a test to be chosen as Lantern's. However, it's a different criterion than lifting Mjolnir. If any can do it I'd think it would be Kyle or John Stewart. Not sure if they can. Not sure about the newer Lanterns either.

[Sandy Hausler]

Superman
Wonder Woman, pre-neck snap. ...(is that even canon anymore?)

I think that's pretty much it. I wouldn't put in the pre-neck snap caveat. That was to save the world. Do you think Thor's never killed anyone before?

[Lightning Rider]

To lift mighty Moljnir, one must simply be worthy of it. A much more difficult feat to achieve than having great willpower or honesty.

And this is worthiness as defined by a combination of Odin's views on the concept, the hammer's innate will, and the template Odin used for the enchantment based upon Thor.

Y'all know I adore Superman. He is my favorite thing in the world outside of my family; the greatest idea humanity has ever had. But I don't think he's worthy to lift Moljnir; a viking's ideal of worthiness likely involves being willing to use lethal force when duty and necessity demand it, and while Clark has proven, over and over again across continuities, that he will take a life, it's something he struggles with too greatly, I feel, to fit this particular definition of the word worthy.

Off the top of my head, the only character in DC who could/should be able to lift the hammer is Diana. Maybe, possibly, Arthur, when he's at his best.

Fair analysis. The concept has to be culturally contexted.

[Captain Nostalgia]

Plain mortals have lifted it plenty of times, like Erik Masterson.

The exact definition of its worthiness has never been spelled out (probably for a good reason- leaves plenty of future plot potential), but it can be assumed it has to do with humility (the reason Thor couldn't lift it originally), chivalry, fearlessness and a willingness to use lethal force, all of which modern Thors have displayed.

With that in mind, I think it rules out Superman and other Superman-like figures, like Captain Marvel. Honestly would probably rule out Batman as well- his ironclad refusal to use lethal force would probably be viewed by Odin as not just a flaw but an outright danger in the wrong circumstances. Most GLs, WW and Aquaman all display the qualities that Thors have displayed so its likely they'd be able to lift it. Whether or not it'd be something they could stand for long term would be another thing, though.

Interesting. I like the moral relativism going on here when your looking through the eyes of Odin. (Aquaman & Wonder Woman for sure)

I have to say Hal was under the influence of a demonic entity when he used lethal force, and I do believe the GL's are forbidden to use it.....so I can't see him using it again, but Green Lantern's willpower, particularly Hal's fearlessness would please Odin.

Nevertheless, I have another candidate who would most likely use lethal force if he had no other option, and is extremely noble and fearless, the Thanagarian....

Hawkman!

[Jabare]

To lift mighty Moljnir, one must simply be worthy of it. A much more difficult feat to achieve than having great willpower or honesty.

And this is worthiness as defined by a combination of Odin's views on the concept, the hammer's innate will, and the template Odin used for the enchantment based upon Thor.

Y'all know I adore Superman. He is my favorite thing in the world outside of my family; the greatest idea humanity has ever had. But I don't think he's worthy to lift Moljnir; a viking's ideal of worthiness likely involves being willing to use lethal force when duty and necessity demand it, and while Clark has proven, over and over again across continuities, that he will take a life, it's something he struggles with too greatly, I feel, to fit this particular definition of the word worthy.

Off the top of my head, the only character in DC who could/should be able to lift the hammer is Diana. Maybe, possibly, Arthur, when he's at his best.

Going by Marvel comics worthiness doesn't appear to follow real world Viking culture.

Let's look at who has lifted the Hammer:

Roger "Red" Norvell
Beta Ray Bill
Captain America
Eric Masterson
Bor (Thor's grandfather)
Buri (also known as Tiwaz, Thor's great-grandfather)
Loki
Jane Foster
The Destroyer
Squirrel Girl
Black Panther (of Avengers 1,000,000 B.C.)
Eddie Brock (with help from the enigma force).
Wonder Woman
Superman (briefly permitted to use the hammer in a time of urgency)
Conan The Barbarian
Ironman (Tony Stark)
Doctor Doom
Air-Walker
Awesome Andy
Silver Surfer
Red Hulk
Ultimate Magneto

[j9ac9k]

I think that's pretty much it. I wouldn't put in the pre-neck snap caveat. That was to save the world. Do you think Thor's never killed anyone before?

I don't think that Thor would execute someone outside the heat of battle because they were too dangerous to live - although I guess that was the reason Superman executed Zod back in the day. (was Thor in Galactic Storm? I know there was that "kill squad" of Avengers who went off to execute the Supreme Intelligence and I don't recall which side Thor landed on)

[Jody Garland]

I have to say Hal was under the influence of a demonic entity when he used lethal force, and I do believe the GL's are forbidden to use it.....so I can't see him using it again, but Green Lantern's willpower, particularly Hal's fearlessness would please Odin.

The Book of Oa was rewritten during the Sinestro Corps War to allow lethal force in extreme situations, and I believe Hal has exercised infrequently since then. Thanks for the compliment, btw!