Across the Bifrost: Thor - Marvel Comics

⚡️ Sigurd's journey takes a dramatic turn as he heads into the lands of myth and legend: The Realms of Asgard!In this episode, Ryan and Eric are dissecting the major beats of Thor #801. A mortal with a hardware store hammer on the quest of a Norse god is taking us back to the land of fantasy. Al Ewing’s masterpiece continues to build on itself as a “man meeting myth” retelling.We break down how Karnilla is executing a mysterious play for Hel, why Odin is putting Sigurd through the ultimate ringer, and the significance of that haunting image of Thor’s skeletal form frozen in ice. Plus, we dive deep into the breathtaking visual storytelling by Pasqual Ferry, Matt Milla, and Alex Ross!Check out PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/u65477484?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorCheck out INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/marvelthorpodcast?igsh=Nm15MjQ2dW10cXZ3&utm_source=qrCheck out DISCORD:https://discord.gg/DsKTVAmwuY

Jason Aaron returns to the show to break down his incredible lineup of recent projects (Absolute Superman, Bug Wars, Thundarr, Marvel/DC crossover, etc.)In this episode, we dive deep into the world-building behind Absolute Superman, teaming up Wonder Woman and Jane Foster, and his highly anticipated take on Indiana Jones. Jason shares his storytelling mindset and breaks down the process by which he approaches these extraordinary opportunities.Whether you are a fan of projects like Bug Wars and Thundarr or mainstream superhero epics, this is a masterclass in modern comic book creation.Check out Jason's SUBSTACK: https://jasonaaron.substack.com/Check out PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/u65477484?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorCheck out INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/marvelthorpodcast?igsh=Nm15MjQ2dW10cXZ3&utm_source=qrCheck out DISCORD:https://discord.gg/DsKTVAmwuY

Prepare for the ultimate cosmic war as we dive into Marvel's massive summer crossover event, QUEEN IN BLACK!In this episode, we are breaking down the chaotic clash between the hearoes of Earth with Hela and Knull as the universe tears at the seams. Earth is caught right in the crossfire of a cataclysm of light and dark, forcing the Spider-Man, Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and cosmic heroes like Beta Ray Bill and Nova to draw their battle lines.Instead of just a standard recap, we are shaking things up by sharing 6 hot takes about the event thus far.Check out PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/u65477484?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorCheck out INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/marvelthorpodcast?igsh=Nm15MjQ2dW10cXZ3&utm_source=qrCheck out DISCORD:https://discord.gg/DsKTVAmwuY

IT'S HERE!!! What happens when cyclical nature of Norse mythology collides with Al Ewing's Thor? In this episode, the ATB guys (including a return Will) break down the massive milestone release of Thor #800.From the mind of writer Al Ewing to the breathtaking visual storytelling of Pascal Ferry and Alex Ross, we dissect how this single issue reshapes everything we know about the gods, mortals, and the burdens of worthiness.

The Deific Duo's Journey into Mystery concludes with the Road to 800, featuring special guest Ryan Does. The conversation covers the end of the Road to 800, the Donny Cates Thor run, and the transition to the current Al Ewing Thor run.We explore the consistency and legacy of Thor comics, the impact of different writers and artists, and the meta-narrative of Thor's journey. Our discussion emphasizes the differences between the runs of Donny Cates and Al Ewing, comparing them to a blockbuster film and prestige TV, respectively. We conclude with a preview of the upcoming Thor issue 800 and plans for a future podcast episode.Part 8 of The Deific Duo's Journey into Mystery: Road to 800Check out PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/u65477484?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorCheck out INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/marvelthorpodcast?igsh=Nm15MjQ2dW10cXZ3&utm_source=qrCheck out DISCORD:https://discord.gg/DsKTVAmwuYTakeawaysThe Consistency in Thor's LegacyImpact of Writers and Artists Narrative Perspective and MythologySatisfaction of ContinuityComparison of Cates and Ewing RunsPreview of Thor Issue 800 and Future Podcast EpisodeChapters00:00 The End of the Road to 80003:00 The Donny Cates Run21:01 Transition to the Al Ewing Run27:29 Storytelling and Modern Myth28:45 Satisfaction of Continuity30:31 Comparison of Cates and Ewing Runs47:39 Preview of Thor Issue 800 and Future Podcast Episode