In the comics Mjölnir can only be lifted by the worthy, as per the (current) inscription: “Whosoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess the power of… Thor.” This is a Rabbit Hole, and the comics diverge significantly from the legends. In legend, it was the most powerful weapon in existence, although there was a flaw in its manufacture that led to a short handle. If mythological Thor’s red hair didn’t make it to the comics, his hammer Mjölnir did. The easiest thing to say about the origins is that Thor was inspired by Norse mythology by way of Erich von Däniken, which is why the god seems unrecognizable whether you read the prose or poetic Edda. Oh, and comic nerds? Spoiler alert.įor the uninitiated, Thor is a character from Marvel comics, created in 1962 by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber and Jack Kirby. At first glance you might think this topic is too comic-nerdy for you, but I promise there’s a universal theme that applies to any reader.
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