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Journey Into Mystery #89: The Thunder God and the Thug! (1952)
Overview:
Journey Into Mystery #89, published in February 1963, is a comic book issue written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, with artwork by Jack Kirby and inking by Dick Ayers1. This issue features Thor in a battle against a gangster, showcasing a mix of superhero action and crime drama.
Plot Summary:
The story, titled “The Thunder-God and the Thug,” begins with a gangster named Thug Thatcher, who is wounded during an escape. Desperate for medical attention, Thatcher’s men kidnap Dr. Donald Blake to operate on him. Blake, who is also Thor, is taken to the gangster’s hideout.
Once there, Blake transforms into Thor and confronts Thatcher and his gang. Using his powers, Thor easily overpowers the gangsters and brings them to justice. During the confrontation, Jane Foster, who had been captured by the gang, is also rescued by Thor. The story concludes with Thor ensuring that the gangsters are handed over to the authorities and Jane is safe.
Significance:
This issue is significant for several reasons:
- Crime Drama Elements: The story blends superhero action with crime drama, showcasing Thor’s versatility in dealing with different types of threats.
- Thor’s Heroism: Thor’s quick thinking and bravery are highlighted as he not only defeats the gangsters but also ensures Jane’s safety.
- Character Development: The issue further develops the relationship between Thor and Jane Foster, adding emotional depth to the narrative.
Journey Into Mystery #90: Trapped by the Carbon-Copy Man! (1952)
Overview:
Journey Into Mystery #90, published in March 1963, is a comic book issue written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, with artwork by Al Hartley1. This issue features Thor in a battle against alien invaders from the planet Xarta.
Plot Summary:
The story, titled “Trapped by the Carbon-Copy Man!”, begins with the aliens of Xarta arriving on Earth with a sinister plan. They have the ability to create perfect carbon copies of any human, which they use to replace key individuals in positions of power. Their goal is to take over the Earth without anyone realizing it.
Thor, in his mortal guise as Dr. Donald Blake, becomes suspicious when he notices strange behavior from people around him. His suspicions are confirmed when he encounters a carbon copy of himself. Transforming into Thor, he confronts the aliens and learns about their plan.
The leader of the Xartans, Ugarth, challenges Thor to a duel, confident in his ability to defeat the Thunder God. However, Thor uses his strength and cunning to outsmart Ugarth and his minions. He destroys the machine that creates the carbon copies, causing all the duplicates to vanish.
In the end, Thor captures Ugarth and his followers, ensuring they are taken back to Asgard for judgment. The issue concludes with Thor reflecting on the importance of vigilance and the constant threat of alien invasions.
Significance:
This issue is significant for several reasons:
- Introduction of Xartans: It introduces the Xartans, a race of shape-shifting aliens, adding to the rich tapestry of Thor’s cosmic adversaries.
- Thor’s Heroism: Thor’s bravery and intelligence are highlighted as he uncovers the alien plot and defeats the invaders.
- Cold War Parallels: The story reflects the paranoia and fear of infiltration prevalent during the Cold War era, using the alien invasion as a metaphor.
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