Immortal Thor is Better Than Immortal Hulk ( and We All Know it’s True)

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As a die-hard movie buff who’s always on the lookout for the next great comic series, let me tell you about my experience with “The Immortal Hulk.” Launched in 2018 by writer Al Ewing and artist Joe Bennett, this series has left an indelible mark on readers. It delved deep into the character’s horror origins, crafting nearly flawless Hulk stories that combined body horror, exhilarating action sequences, and psychological narratives that have kept fans hooked for decades.

Many would argue that “The Immortal Hulk” is the best Marvel comic of the past two decades, even placing it alongside Marvel’s legends. Yet, here’s a controversial opinion that might stir up some Marvel enthusiasts — in my view, “The Immortal Hulk” starts to unravel in its second half. But fear not, fellow fans! There’s another Immortal tale at Marvel that surpasses it — “The Immortal Thor.”

This series brings a fresh perspective to the God of Thunder, delving into aspects of his character that have never been explored before. If you’re looking for an immortal adventure that outshines “The Immortal Hulk,” give “The Immortal Thor” a try!

While ‘The Immortal Hulk’ is indeed a fantastic comic book, ‘The Immortal Thor,’ penned by Ewing with artists Martin Coccolo and Jan Bazaluda, surpasses it for 25 issues. This series skillfully combined fresh concepts with classic themes, making it an outstanding Thor saga. ‘The Immortal Thor’ concluded with Thor’s demise and will be reborn as ‘The Mortal Thor,’ promising a fresh start. Despite the greatness of ‘The Immortal Hulk,’ ‘The Immortal Thor’ outshines it significantly, and it’s high time we acknowledge this fact.

The Immortal Thor Is the Quintessential Thor Story

It’s not entirely accurate to directly compare “The Immortal Thor” and “The Immortal Hulk,” as the former is only halfway through its story, while the latter has concluded. Due to this, “The Immortal Thor” is shorter in length. However, writer Al Ewing seems to have had a greater focus in “The Immortal Thor” than he did in “The Immortal Hulk.”

From the outset, readers were intrigued by the hinted death of Thor, which gave the series a driving force missing from “The Immortal Hulk.” In contrast, some might argue that “The Immortal Hulk” was more about creating an atmosphere than telling a clear-cut story. While its narrative evolved throughout its run, there was a sense of aimlessness in the book’s early stages.

In contrast, “The Immortal Thor” began with a distinct storyline — the death of Thor at the hands of the gods of Utgard. This clear starting point gave the series more direction than “The Immortal Hulk” had during its initial phases. As a result, “The Immortal Thor” may even surpass the latter half of “The Immortal Hulk” in terms of focus and anticipation for the conclusion.

In terms of artwork, The Immortal Hulk clearly outshines The Immortal Thor. While Coccolo and Bazaluda struggle to keep up with Bennett’s impressive pencil work on The Immortal Hulk, the art in The Immortal Thor does a commendable job of reflecting the epic scope of the story. However, the art is the only area where The Immortal Hulk falls short compared to The Immortal Thor.

The Immortal Thor has a stronger supporting cast, particularly Loki. Over the years, Loki’s popularity has grown exponentially, and their portrayal in The Immortal Thor is exceptional. This Loki is a masterful trickster with hidden depths that suggest they might be narrating the story – I have my own theory about this. Loki steals every scene they appear in, demonstrating a level of charisma and cunning that makes them the ultimate Loki.

The Enchantress, Lady Sif, and Skurge also add depth to The Immortal Thor. Skurge, in particular, is remarkable in this series. I would even argue that Ewing’s portrayal of Thor is a more compelling character than his Hulk. Ewing has done an excellent job of showcasing the various aspects of Thor, making him feel wiser and more experienced due to his past lessons. Unlike other writers, Ewing uses both Thor’s brains and brawn to defeat his foes, which makes for a more interesting and nuanced character.

In summary, I’d argue that the conclusion of “The Immortal Thor” is superior to that of “The Immortal Hulk.” The climax of “The Immortal Hulk,” specifically issue 50, seems disconnected from the usual Hulk narrative, introducing a significant shift in the relationship between Hulk and the Leader that appears unexpectedly. It seems like Ewing may have run out of ideas with the One Below All, and the ending feels like an unwelcome deus ex machina. In contrast, the ending of “The Immortal Thor” aligns perfectly with the book’s overall theme, drawing on all the preceding events to create a fittingly mythological conclusion. Although Thor’s death was foreshadowed throughout, it still came as a surprise. The final issue, number 25, tidies up any loose ends and sets the characters on new paths based on Thor’s history. In essence, “The Immortal Thor” fulfills all the expectations of a Thor story while adding extra layers.

The Immortal Thor Is a Modern Legend

In simpler terms, “The Immortal Hulk” is an outstanding comic book, but it’s not flawless, contrary to what fans have claimed for years. It holds a prestigious position among Marvel’s finest works, but honestly, “The Immortal Thor” surpasses it. Apart from the artwork (Marvel should have assigned Carlos Magno, who filled in a few issues between Coccolo and Bazaluda, to take over), “The Immortal Thor” outshines “The Immortal Hulk”. Ewing is consistently delivering top-notch content, and for the first time in years, I’m genuinely thrilled about Thor. The 22nd issue of “The Immortal Thor” features an innovative gimmick that I find superior to any single issue of “The Immortal Hulk” (although I must admit that the 25th issue of “The Immortal Hulk” is very close; it’s genuinely brilliant). This issue of “The Immortal Thor” is the best standalone Marvel comic released in 2025.

The comic series titled “The Immortal Thor” told a more compelling and cohesive story compared to “The Immortal Hulk”. Both series explored new aspects of the Marvel legend by building upon the basic characteristics of their respective characters, but the narrative flow and overall quality of “The Immortal Thor” surpassed that of “The Immortal Hulk”. I strongly recommend giving it a read; you certainly won’t be disappointed.

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2025-07-29 01:10