• THE "ASGARD/SHI'AR WAR" COMES TO A FIERY CONCLUSION!
• The gods of the Shi'ar make their final play against Thor and her allies! With the Phoenix Force unleashed, it's up to Quentin Quire to quell its destructive power...if he feels like it.
• Odinson has returned - but what awaits him in the war-torn Asgardia?
Rated T+
The Mighty Thor #19 is the end of an arc, but I thank my lucky stars there is still story left for this creative team to tell. If you've made it this far, I'm pretty sure you know I loved this comic and I can't wait to see where this story goes next. There isn't a comic as thunderous coming from any publisher right now, and The Mighty Thor is as “can't miss” as it gets. Read Full Review
The Mighty Thor #19 brings in the Phoenix at just the right time as this issue feels like a "rebirth" for the series. After looking death in the eye, Jane has a new evaluation on her priorities, which brings in some new and interesting roles for a few of the series' characters. Read Full Review
It's actually kind of hard to believe Aaron managed to fight that much story into one regular sized book but he managed it without the issue feeling too crowded. Quality wise, there's not really anything new to report. This is still, by leaps and bounds, some of the best work Marvel has to offer. This book puts the hammer down and never lets up. Read Full Review
Aaron's ending segue lays it on a bit thick, but one thing is certain " this excellent ride is nowhere near over. Read Full Review
Holy crap, Dauterman's artwork in this issue is to die for. The layouts, pencils, and also Wilson's colours are just breathtaking. Unfortunately, it looks like they brought in guest artists to finish the issue, perhaps the pages in the first half were taking too long, but the story developments under the guest artists continue to please; I love seeing douchebags get their comeuppance. The only drawback is that I would like the deal with the Phoenix to be a little more clear, why does she even need a deal to get to her end goal? Oh and I'm absolutely thrilled to see Thori still around, I love that hel-hound!
I wasn't a fan of the previous arc; or, rather, I felt it grew stale by the end. But Aaron and Daughterman knocked it out of the park on this storyline, to the point where it seemed to grow better and better with every issue. Jane Foster stands proud and defiant here, at just the right time, showing a frail yet unrelenting humanity face-to-face with gods. It's really fucking good, you guys. Strong assists by "Guardians" artist Valeri Schiti as well. Add Quentin Quire (always best when written by Aaron) and Odinson and this comic kicks ass.
Damn what an ending. I'm glad to see the team up. And happy to see that Aaron didn't shy away from making Quire the douche he really is. The art of Dauterman, Wilson, Schiti (HAHA what a last name) and Lopes is ALMOST seamless but very well done.
There is a lot to love in this issue. Jane shows us how strong she can be when she does not have the power of Mjolnir. She also finally comes clean to the Odinson. There is also a nice connection to some of the other books out there if you are reading them. There is plenty of action and emotional moments. The art can be distracting at times, but still looks good. This is a pleasing issue.
My only problem was how easily the Phoenix was dealt with.
Only Jason Aaron would even think of bringing back the Mangog, and he did just that
Even though the Odinson throws in to help face down the Phoenix, the conclusion of the Asgard/Shi'ar War is not quite as satisfying as it could be. The plot pivots abruptly back to the War of the Realms and Asgardian court politics after the Shi'ar stuff is disposed of. Jane FosThor gets a chance to shine, but she also pops in some cringe-worthy "girl power" dialogue while slinging her hammer. I hope it's not slagging Valerio Schiti off too much to say that even his outstanding work is a distant second to Russel Dauterman's greatness. The combination of their art is good, but not as good as an all-Dauterman issue.
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