Collecting Issues

Beta Ray Bill: Argent Star (2021) by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer


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In this episode of Collecting Issues, we blast off into Marvel’s cosmic corners to discuss Beta Ray Bill: Argent Star – Collecting issues #1–5 of Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer’s 2021 miniseries. This listener-recommended pick follows fan-favourite, horse-faced hero Beta Ray Bill on a heavy-metal space odyssey of broken hammers, busted pride, and one very big sword.

We cover it all:

  • How Argent Star fits into Marvel continuity after Thor: Prey.
  • Wrestling moves in space (yes, suplexes included).
  • The tragic humour of Bill’s journey and refusal to grow.
  • Scuttlebutt’s role as both sentient starship and scene-stealer.
  • The gorgeous kinetic art style of Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer – and its heavy-metal album cover vibes.

Is this the most metal Marvel comic ever? Does Bill ever truly find himself? And why is Argent Star the perfect example of a “quest for all the wrong reasons”?

Whether you’re a Thor comics veteran, a Daniel Warren Johnson fan, or new to Marvel’s stranger side, this spoiler-filled review is your ticket to one of the most unique cosmic adventures in recent comics.


The Thor Prey Episode


Time Stamps:


00:00 Introduction to Beta Ray Bill: Argent Star

00:21 Comic Book Education and Podcast Dynamics

01:02 Beta Ray Bill's Space Odyssey

02:42 Listener Recommendations and Social Media Shoutouts

04:45 Beta Ray Bill's Struggles and Motivations

10:54 The Hero's Journey and Weapon Quest

17:27 Scuttlebutt and Beta Ray Bill's Transformation

23:37 The Transformation of Flat Face Bill

24:01 Bar Encounters and Alien Reactions

25:08 Artistic Impressions and Comparisons

29:10 Wrestling Moves and Comic Influences

31:21 Exploring the Nine Realms

33:42 Character Designs and Inspirations

35:28 Scuttlebutt and Heavy Metal Imagery

42:47 Final Showdown and Reflections


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