The feminist tilt this issue took is something that needed to betackled at some point and the fight back against typical fan-boy chatter was a great way to add some levity. The girl-power sentiment from Titania and Freyja was also a nice, feel-good touch for a character who has had to be fairlybrusquethrough issues 1-4to make up for her appearance. We will have to see how far Odin will go to take back Mjolnir before someone has to stand up to him directly. Maybe by the end of this runwe will see Asgard ruled by an All-Mother again! Read Full Review

But beyond these quibbles, Thor #5 is definitely an issue for the girls " Thor, Titania, Freya, and Sif all make their presence, and inability to suffer fools known within the pages of #5. These are not identikit women, and each possesses an agency and speaks with a voice all of her own. Whether beating down B-list bad guys or partaking in a little girl talk on the moon, these women are getting stuff done in ways the boys can only dream of. Read Full Review

This series continues to be a real delight to read and soak up, both through the dialogue, actions and artwork within. There's a sense very quickly here that there's a larger plan at work, one that I hope survives the coming event of Secret Wars, because the potential for some great storytelling that impacts a good but underused area of the Marvel Universe is really exciting to see unfold. Thor has some good scenes here, but it's also difficult to become fully invested as we have no idea who she is and it can be a bit frustrating. But we get some good material with Odinson and I'm liking the portrayals of others that are being well used here, such as Freja and some good time with Sif this installment. Odin is who I'm really keeping my eye on because the idea of working him to being a clear cut despot for awhile and all that that entails could make for some great stories as others in Asgard fall to their sides. Read Full Review

I can't recall a recent superhero comic I've enjoyed this thoroughly and this consistently. So much energy and obvious love for each character moves within every page, andthe engrossing mystery continues to simmer at its core, keeping the reader guessing at every turn. And while I can't (yet) prove that it's a certain S.H.I.E.L.D. agent underneath that helm (because it totally is), if Thor is this flawless while it has a "guest" artist, it certainly proves this comic is one of the very best currently on the stands. Read Full Review

Thor #5 shows us anger in Asgardia and empathy on Midgard with some lovely art from a fill in artist. Read Full Review

For my money, I bet she's Roz Solomon. And I would totally be OK with her becoming Lady Thunderstrike after she returns Mjolnir. Or maybe Beta Ray Jill. Read Full Review

Jason Aaron is doing a great job keeping me guessing and subtly dropping hints without giving too much away. Read Full Review

A lot of story threads begin this issue, and the story is expertly woven by Jason Aaron as he juggles the many characters of the Asgardian realm. The guest artist, Jorge Molina, adds a different take to the art than regular Russell Dauterman and it is beautiful to look at. His colours add a lot to the pencils, conveying each scene with its own palate. You can almost feel the coldness of space, or the warmth of the fire in the Asgardian Dining Hall. Hopefully we will see this artist grace these hallowed pages once more in the not too distant future but for now, enjoy another successful issue of Thor. Read Full Review

This issue presents the art of Jorge Molina. Known mostly for doing amazing cover art for some of the biggest comics going, Jorge really flexes his muscle in this issue. A gorgeous splash page of a fight between Creel and Thor will make you stop in your tracks and admire everything about it. Able to take your breath away with full-page artwork and large scenes that come to life, Jorge can also do smaller panels that pack in a lot of comedy and heart-felt moments. He doesn't go overboard and give this issue a completely different look from the rest of the series, but throws his spin on things. You'll want to get this issue just for what he's able to put on the page. Read Full Review

Thor #5 was a very enjoyable and fun to read issue overall. It set up some interesting storylines and some really enjoyable characterization for next time around. While nothing intense or exciting happened overall, I do look forward to seeing where the comic's next story arc takes us. Read Full Review

Those reading the series with the end goal of finding out who the new Thor is will be disappointed once again, as it is revealed that the character is keen on guarding her identity, seemingly not only from the gods but also from the readers. While this issue was a bit flatter in its presentation, it is still worthy of a read. As a weaker entry so far in this new series it does keep the story moving and does what it needs to do, which is to keep the readers guessing. All in all though, it is unlikely that the readers will find out very soon about the new Thor, but that the ride will continue to be an enjoyable one. Read Full Review

Overall, its no real surprise that Ive been loving this series, being that I am such a die-hard Jason Aaron fan. Objectively speaking though, this is still undoubtedly a deftly handled take on what could be a fairly contentious transition period, and should, five issues in, be more than enough to prove to the doubters that this quote-unquote publicity stunt is so much more than that. Read Full Review

Overall, this was a satisfying issue, nothing more, nothing less. It made me anticipate the trouble that our new Thor is going to face , and it was great to see how the rest of Asgard is reacting to all the changes that have transpired in Thor's and The Odinson's worlds. Read Full Review

If you're not reading "Thor" then you're missing out on Marvel's most consistent and arguably best ongoing series. Read Full Review

"Thor" #5 is simply another grand adventure for the all-new Thor. Jason Aaron and Jorge Molina give readers plenty of action, bits of intrigue and fine character moments, despite never truly revealing Thor's identity. Aaron eliminates all concerns that may have been lingering after this volume's first arc and teases out more action, mystery and excitement to come while continuing to offer new readers a warm hall in which to come and hoist some mead while he regales them with a tale of Mjolnir. Read Full Review

As mentioned, Russell Dauterman takes the issue off, presumably to catch some rays on the sands of Muspelheim. Guest artist Jorge Molina proves a more than capable stand-in, his lines sharp and eye-catching. His placement, both on the streets of Midgard to the halls of Asgard, is top notch, utilizing setting and space remarkably well. As far as fill in artists go you can't do much better, and while we eagerly await Dauterman's return, Molina is welcome to stop by anytime. Read Full Review

Just two weeks after a battle of Thors we are gifted another installment of Jason Aaron's Thor. It's quite a treat, but the question is whether it feels like the beginning of the next arc of the series or just a small bonus. Read Full Review

Ah well. I want to like the series - I like the art a lot - but the writing is uneven. The only thing to recommend it is the enthusiasm of the new Thor for her new... Thor-ness... but that's not enough to carry a series. Read Full Review

Overall the issue is a strong issue. After the high action issue 4 it's nice to get an issue that dives into a bit of storyline. The direction Odin is moving into is interesting and we are left with a huge tease for the trouble that is on the way for new Thor. Read Full Review

All in all, I still find myself wanting more from Thor #5. The art is certainly something to be appreciatedand I think learned from, when it comes to trying to understand what comics-for-women could look likebut Im still missing a solid characterization of Thor herself. Especially given how Odinson-centered the last issue was, I thought more could have been done to assure that Thor really owned this story and Im beginning to lose my confidence that the big reveal of her past will be enough to justify that lack up to now. Ill wait and see what happens next month, but Im worried that once again, Ill be doing just that: waiting. Read Full Review

Consistently good and worth reading.

Aaron's weakest Thor issue in a looong time

It would be an understatement to say the social commentary is on the nose, but the fight with Absorbing Man and Titania still retains a sense of homour. Other than printing out a little too dark, the artwork in this issue is stunning, especially in the facial expressions. It's always fun when Odinson gets in a bar too, here we readdress the question as to what Nick Fury whispered, but the reader is left hanging. I like a good mystery as much as the next guy Aaron, but let's not drag your mysteries on forever okay? The longer you wait to reveal answers the more underwhelming they'll probably be.

If you are reading this Jason Aaron then please listen. Next time use a scalpel instead of a hammer to get your point across.

let's be real here.


there was no real need for this issue, the fight with the absorbing man and titania REALLY drag it down, and the cringe feminist undertones (which i think are only there because marvel editorial wanted to make the new Thor look more "woke") sort of give the impression that it's just padding and that Arron is phoning it in cause he's focusing on the next storyline.

even though it goes against everything I stand for as a Conservative-leaning fan I actually like the female thor, and the mystery of who she was got me into Thor in the first place (I haven't read the 'god of thunder" series before this, sue me.) but this issue really drags it down, the fact this comic is mostly remembered for the meme-worthy pannel where Thor punches the absorbing man for calling her a femminist does not send the best message more

From a revolutionary arc that created a new powerful character that I quickly came to love we got a drastic unnecessary art change and an overly preachy introduction to a dialogue heavy issue that left with a feeling of emptiness that I had just wasted my time

Up until now, this series was a strong feminist book with smart writing, and a nice bit of humor. Unfortunately, this issue decides to drop its strong feminist message in favor of a cringe-inducing tangential rant on straw men that sinks to the same level as the misogynists on Fox News. It's as if Jason Aaron suddenly allowed a 13 year old Tumblr misandrist to write 5 of his pages. It's an embarassment compared to other great female-led books such as Ms. Marvel, Genevieve Valentine's Catwoman, Azzarello's Wonder Woman, Revival, Captain Marvel, etc. Hopefully, this series gets back on track from this ill-advised mishap.