In this episode of Collecting Issues, we dive headfirst into Thor: Prey, collecting issues #7–14 of Donny Cates’ 2020 run with art by Nic Klein, colours by Matthew Wilson, and covers by Olivier Coipel. This mythic, messy, and often horrifying arc explores what happens when the forgotten alter ego, Donald Blake, returns—with a scalpel and a grudge.

We break down:

• How Thor: Prey explores the consequences of playing God
• The madness of Donald Blake and his eerie transformation
• The best-ever comic book appearance of Throg, Frog of Thunder
• Mythology, body horror, and the absurd brilliance of modern Thor comics
• Nic Klein’s stunning panel work and Matthew Wilson’s dimensional colour artistry

Plus, we unpack why Thor might be the most unfixably broken character in comics—and why that makes him so damn fun.

Whether you’re here for frogs with hammers, cosmic serial killers, or simply to ask “Where the hell is Donald Blake?”, you’re in the right place.

00:00 Introduction to Thor Prey

02:13 Creative Team and Art Style

04:29 Publication Context and Thor's Journey

07:10 Thor's Identity and Worthiness

08:26 Donald Blake's Return

10:01 Thor's Legacy and Influence

26:02 Monthly Comics and Storytelling

33:31 The Power of Throg

34:06 Throg's Epic Battle

37:24 Donald Blake's Transformation

40:32 Norse Mythology in Comics

45:56 The Madness of Donald Blake

53:35 Art and Color in Comics

58:27 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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