Marvel Comics recently unveiled a massive shake-up in "The Immortal Thor" #25, officially removing Thor from the main Marvel Universe continuity. He's not only erased from the founding Avengers roster, but Asgard itself has been completely severed from Earth's realm. Taking his place is his longtime ally, Beta Ray Bill, the alien warrior who wields similar godlike powers and is now recognized as a foundational member of the Avengers.
In this issue's storyline, Thor is betrayed and killed by Loki. His comrade Skurge then destroys the Bifrost, completely severing Asgard's connection to Earth and erasing its history and memories.
Loki, it turns out, used an artifact called the "Arrow of Eternity" to rewrite reality by "sacrificing" Thor. After his death, Thor is reborn as a mortal, completely stripped of his godhood and past memories, taking on the new name Sigurd Jarlson, with a similarly mortal Loki guiding him.
Marvel is set to launch the sequel series, "The Mortal Thor," beginning August 27, 2025. It will chronicle how this "new Thor," stripped of his powers, rediscovers himself in the mortal world. Writer Al Ewing revealed that Thor will embark on a new romance and confront classic villains including Cobra and Mister Hyde. The story will also feature a motorcycle gang called the "Thunder Riders," who serve as enforcers for the nefarious Roxxon Corporation, posing a new threat to Thor.
As for Beta Ray Bill, who replaces Thor, he is a cybernetically enhanced warrior from the planet Korbin. He was once deemed worthy by Odin to wield godlike power and was granted his own hammer, Stormbreaker. Now, he officially joins the ranks of Earth's first Avengers, signaling a new era for the Marvel Universe. A new spin-off series, "Tales of Asgard," will also explore the fates of other forgotten deities.
This massive continuity overhaul not only rewrites Thor's legacy but also redefines the very meaning of "heroism." Facing the reality of his lost powers, how this former God of Thunder will rediscover himself among mortals remains a compelling question.
"THOR" #2
Writer: Al Ewing
Artist: Pasqual Ferry
Cover Artist: Alex Ross
Variant Cover Artist: Fanyang
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