Thor #40 (542)

Oct 2001 · Marvel · 2.25 USD; 3.50 CAD

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“By Fire Born”

In "By Fire Born," Thor faces a dire reckoning as Amora’s schemes collide with the relentless onslaught of Surtur. With the fate of Asgard hanging in the balance, Odin and Thor unite in a final, desperate stand—only one will emerge from the flames. Written by Dan Jurgens and brought to life by Stuart Immonen’s dynamic art, with inks by Scott Koblish and colors by Avalon Studios’ Dave Kemp, this pivotal issue features a cover by Tom Raney.

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writer Dan Jurgens · artist Stuart Immonen · inker Scott Koblish · colorist Avalon Studios' Dave Kemp · letterer RS · letterer Comicraft's Wes · cover Tom Raney

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Cast · 15 characters

Amora Balder the Brave Beta Ray Bill Fandral Hannah Fairmont Hercules Hogun Jane Foster Kurse Odin Surtur Thor Toothgnasher Toothgrinder Volstagg

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writer Dan Jurgens

artist Stuart Immonen

inker Scott Koblish

colorist Avalon Studios' Dave Kemp

letterer RS

letterer Comicraft's Wes

cover pencils, inks Tom Raney

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As Amora tries to make her move on Thor, the battle with Surtur rages on. On the verge of defeat, Odin and Thor finally join the battle, and one does not make it out alive.

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