Thor #7 By Hervé St-Louis Apr 19, 2008 - 8:10:03 AM Marvel Comics Writer(s): J. Michael Straczynski Penciller(s): Marko Djurdjevic Inker(s): Danny Miki

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After reviving the last of the hidden Asgardians, Thor is exhausted and has to recharge his Odinpower by resting. Entering a coffin-like structure to protect his physical integrity while at rest, Thor meets someone in the dimension between death and life. But can Thor pull out of this death and life mid stage in time, or is he doomed to remain there?

This story brings up more details in Thor’s source of powers and Dr. Donald Blake, his alter ego. It almost feels like reading an issue of Miracle Man and one cannot help but make a serious rapprochement with DC Comics’ Captain Marvel in this issue.  The revelations in this issue are not extraordinary, but should set the stage for a few good stories, or put an end to the return of Thor’s father, Odin. I like how they free up Thor of some of the constraints of established mythology, while using the same concepts to propel the story in the future. It’s a good mix of old and new.

One thing I do miss is the cheering and happy Thor. Since this series has started, we have not seen the happy Thor who enjoys taking a beer or party with others. This Thor is moody and introspective. Sure he gets mad sometimes, but Straczynski’s interpretation does ignore a fundamental aspect of this character, as he appeared in Marvel Comics’ past.

Guest artist Djurdjevic is good for this issue and the reprieve from the regular artist Olivier Coipel, is welcomed and fits well with this story. He captures the mythological city and characters as well as Coipel, and adds a level of realism to the renderings. His storytelling is not very innovative, but follows established rules well enough to tell the story effectively.

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