I approach the latest issue of Thor with lots of hope for the future and its new creative team - but it's tough to judge by this comic. It's really just the first step on the path to wherever the creative team is going.I don't much care for the framing sequence where a scientist is explaining his theory that something bad is on the way - and we see signs that his prediction is correct. But that's a minor quibble - the character is there to provide exposition that sets up the conflict in the months ahead.
On the good side, we have the introduction of an unstoppable foe, and a glimpse into the beginning efforts to restore Asgard. And Thor has a few heart-to-heart conversations with assorted characters (including himself, sort of).
The best thing about the comic is the artwork by Pasqual Ferry, who provides some stunning images and a nice, ethereal look to the locations, from alien worlds to the ruins of Asgard.
I have to admit that I have never been crazy about some of the ideas introduced in this comic in recent years - running off Odin, placing Asgard on Earth - it all seemed like poorly thought-out snap decisions. Hopefully the new creative team will correct some of these poor choices and get this comic back on track.
The story has a lot of potential, and it's good to see a new and powerful menace being introduced. The jury is out on the story, and so far things are off to a (mostly) slow start, but there's a lot of promise on display.
I'll be sticking around.
Grade: B+
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