Why did MCU Recast Fandral?

Actor Stuart Townsend, who had also been cast in the role, left the production citing creative differences. Fandral is played by Zachary Levi in Thor: The Dark World, replacing Dallas after the actor’s commitment to Once Upon a Time created scheduling conflicts.

Is Fandral a real Norse god?

The Warriors Three are the Asgardians Fandral, Hogun, and Volstagg. Though the characters are gods of Asgard, they are original creations of Marvel Comics and not based on characters from Norse mythology.

How strong is Fandral?

Superhuman Strength: Like all Asgardians, Fandral is superhumanly strong and possesses physical strength of an average Asgardian male. At his peak, Fandral is able to lift about 30 tons.