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Thor by Jason Aaron is a multi-year run on the Marvel Comics character Thor, which began in 2012. The narrative arc is notable for its sweeping exploration of Asgardian mythology across different time periods, starting with the "God Butcher" storyline. A defining element of the run occurs when the original Thor Odinson becomes unworthy to lift his hammer, leading Jane Foster to claim Mjolnir and adopt the mantle of Thor, altering the landscape of the Marvel Universe.
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Who is the female Thor in Jason Aaron's run?
The defining element of Jason Aaron's run, starting in 2014, was the introduction of a new, female Thor who took up the mantle. It was eventually revealed that the character was Jane Foster. This groundbreaking storyline brought massive critical acclaim and sales success to the series.
What is the "God Butcher" storyline?
The "God Butcher" storyline was the opening arc of Jason Aaron's Thor run in 2012, illustrated by Esad Ribić. It featured the villain Gorr, who traveled across time and space murdering various deities. The story jumped across three different time periods of Thor's life.
When did Jason Aaron's Thor run start?
Jason Aaron's acclaimed run on the Marvel Comics character Thor began in 2012. It spanned multiple years and relaunched the character with sweeping mythological narratives. The run concluded in 2019, closing out Aaron's long-term vision for Asgard.
How does Jason Aaron's Thor run end?
Aaron's epic multi-year narrative concluded at the end of 2019. The finale tied together threads from his original "God Butcher" arc and explored the final fate of Thor in the distant future as King Thor. It is widely considered one of the greatest Thor comic runs ever published.
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