Across the Bifrost: Thor - Marvel Comics

In this mini-episode, Ryan and Will are on location at Elite Comics in the Kansas City metro area. Upon Jason Aaron's recommendation we spent some time at this awesome shop. Enjoy!

⚡️ 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!

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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.

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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.

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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 800

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Takeaways

• The Consistency in Thor's Legacy
• Impact of Writers and Artists Narrative Perspective and Mythology
• Satisfaction of Continuity
• Comparison of Cates and Ewing Runs
• Preview of Thor Issue 800 and Future Podcast Episode

Chapters

• 00:00 The End of the Road to 800
• 03:00 The Donny Cates Run
• 21:01 Transition to the Al Ewing Run
• 27:29 Storytelling and Modern Myth
• 28:45 Satisfaction of Continuity
• 30:31 Comparison of Cates and Ewing Runs
• 47:39 Preview of Thor Issue 800 and Future Podcast Episode

In this episode, Ryan and Hercules review Doctor Strange issue #8, discussing the exploration of the Nine Realms and Asgard, the God Quarry and Atho-Tet, the Downfall's attack and Vyrbodin's agenda, Angela's skepticism, Vyrbodin's intentions, and the final thoughts and solicitations for the issue.

Takeaways

• Exploration of the Nine Realms and Asgard
• The God Quarry and Atho Tet
• Vyrbodin's Intentions and the Nine Realms

Chapters

• 00:00 Reviewing Doctor Strange Issue #8
• 02:59 Exploring the Nine Realms and Asgard
• 05:46 The God Quarry and Atho Tet
• 09:00 The Downfall's Attack and Vyrbodin's Agenda
• 12:02 Angela's Skepticism and the Cliffhanger
• 14:59 Vyrbodin's Intentions and the Nine Realms
• 18:01 Final Thoughts and Solicitations

Hela an her Symbiote Army has declared war! The Queen in Black event is finally beginning, and Ryan and Eric are excited to cover the first batch of Queen in Black issues. They discuss how these issues use Hela, Beta Ray Bill, Tyr, Karnilla, Balder, and a surprise worthy hammer-wielding hero.

Issues Covered:

• Queen in Black #1
• Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #1
• Queen in Black: Hela

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Queen in Black
• 01:06 First Impressions of Queen in Black
• 01:30 Unboxing and Initial Reactions
• 03:46 Key Thoughts from Queen in Black #1
• 12:34 Defenders of Light and Dark
• 18:07 Hella One Shot and Balder's Fate
• 27:24 Artwork and Event Comparison

In this episode, Ryan and Eric discuss Thor #799, leading up to the milestone of Thor #800. They delve into the themes of grief, loss, and the passage of time as Magni experiences a profound journey within the confines of a single room.

Key Topics Covered

• Magni's prolonged grief and its representation over the passage of time
• The unique bottle episode format and its impact on isolation storytelling
• The weight of immortality and how Amora's spell alters destiny
• Character development of Magni and the deeper symbolism of the eroding room
• Philosophical questions raised about mortality, legacy, and eternity

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Thor and its significance
01:55 Magni's grief and the bottle episode format
04:12 Themes of immortality and the passage of time
07:56 The spell of Amora and Ullr's role in fate
12:02 Symbolism of the door and eroded walls
15:11 Magni's journey through eternity and death
17:59 The ending: Valhalla and the future of Magni
20:48 Reflections on storytelling and cosmic themes
22:48 Final thoughts and significance of the issue

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Thor 799
• 01:12 The Build-Up to Thor 800
• 02:35 Magni's Grief and Loss
• 03:19 The Passage of Time
• 12:02 The Stalemate with Death
• 18:01 The Epilogue and Valhalla
• 20:23 Reflections and Takeaways

Thor vs. Doctor Doom! Spider-Man! Punisher! On this episode, Ryan and Eric dig into the Avengers Doomsday trailer, Thor's prominent role, the anticipation of a Thor vs. Doom showdown, and a spoiler free review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The guys share their excitement for the upcoming movie and why movies are "so back, baby!"

Takeaways

• Thor's significant presence in the Avengers Doomsday trailer
• The successful portrayal of Spider-Man in Brand New Day

Chapters

• 00:00 Avengers Doomsday Trailer
• 02:33 Thor's Role in the Trailer
• 04:14 Thor vs. Doom
• 09:26 Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review