In the final chapter of “Immortal Thor,” fans knew the God of Thunder’s life would culminate in his death. The journey through Utgard, filled with unexpected twists like readers flipping coins to mimic Thor’s adventure (it was thrilling), saw Thor overcoming the God of All Violence Kemur. Despite numerous challenges, including the cunning schemes of Utgard-Loki, one of “Immortal Thor”‘s central antagonists, Thor and Skurge triumphed, saving Heimdall. Sif prepared to use Asgard’s Rainbow Bridge to bring Thor back home, ready to reignite their love. However, as the happy ending approached, Loki ended Thor’s life.
In the epic saga of ‘Immortal Thor’, Loki has significantly influenced events. Loki, however, is no longer the Trickster Deity, but rather the Deity of Narratives. They had their role in the story from its beginning, aiding Thor when necessary to steer the narrative towards its conclusion – the mystical realm of Utgard, with an arrow fired from a shard of Eternity, the embodiment of the cosmos. Loki slaying Thor seems overly conventional and I can’t help but feel a sense of disappointment that it was the final outcome. Despite hints suggesting otherwise, I wish the story had unfolded differently.
Thor’s Death at Loki’s Hands Was Inevitable
In the comic book “Immortal Thor,” there’s an underlying sense of unease from the start as Thor and his brother Loki collaborate to vanquish Toranos, the Utgard-Thor. The arrival of the Thor Corps – Beta Ray Bill, Storm, and Jane Foster, with Loki himself contributing due to his past worthiness of Mjolnir – was crucial in defeating Toranos. The dynamic between Thor and Loki throughout the initial issues was pivotal, and it was evident that the God of Stories was concealing more than they were revealing.
The rift between Thor and Loki occurred due to the Enchantress’s actions, after which Loki has been largely absent from the main storyline, operating on the fringes, biding time for his role in the tale of Thor’s demise. Having Loki as a significant character in “Immortal Thor” was entertaining, and while there was this persistent feeling of foreboding, it stemmed equally from Loki’s cryptic responses to events and the suspicion that they were working against their brother.
Although we sensed things might go awry, Loki killing his brother was a startling twist, one that hit hard.
Al Ewing is penning the series “Immortal Thor,” and he’s truly excelling at it. Ewing stands out as one of the most talented comic book writers currently, and his work on “Immortal Thor” encapsulates what a Thor narrative should be perfectly. He skillfully blends superhero elements with Norse mythology, resulting in a tale that feels as much like contemporary myth as anything else. Unfortunately, Ewing’s portrayal of Loki and Thor’s relationship strays into more commonplace territory, which is somewhat disheartening. In my opinion, Loki is far more intriguing as the elusive God of Stories than he ever was as the God of Mischief. I had hoped that Ewing would deviate from the typical course for a Thor story – essentially an ongoing battle between Thor and Loki – but he didn’t. Nonetheless, “Immortal Thor” remains an outstanding comic series, and I eagerly anticipate reading all 25 issues in one go. However, this isn’t the narrative arc I had envisioned.
The Story Never Ends…
Over time, Marvel devotees have discovered a truth – always keep an eye on Al Ewing’s works. We’re only halfway through the story, and though it’s a bit disheartening to find out that Loki is the one who killed Thor, I trust that Ewing will steer this tale towards something extraordinary. In the upcoming chapters, Immortal Thor may be gone, but Thor will return with a vengeance, and all the threads woven by Ewing in these initial stages will unravel into a grand tapestry. However, I must admit that I preferred the dynamic between Loki and Thor in their recent incarnations rather than this version of Loki who took Thor’s life.
In 2025, a common issue with superhero comics lies in the repetition of events and limited use of characters. For instance, if a Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fan ventures into a comic book, they might find familiar storylines such as Thor and Loki being enemies who occasionally betray each other – a scenario that has occurred before. However, author Ewing had the potential to take this Thor and Loki narrative to uncharted territories; instead, he chose to present them as adversaries. Despite my anticipation for an amazing continuation, I’m aware it won’t be revolutionary. Given Ewing’s capabilities, he could effortlessly create groundbreaking material if he had chosen to do so.
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2025-06-09 02:09