Thor Epic Collection #9

In "The Vicious and the Valiant," Odin, Sif, and Frigga return to Asgard to face a growing threat—Loki, now restored to his full power. With the prophecy of Ragnarok looming, the fate of Asgard hinges on the survival of Balder the Brave, whose invulnerability is shattered when he falls to an enchanted weapon forged in betrayal. Written by Roy Thomas and brought to life with dynamic art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer, this epic tale blends mythic stakes with the enduring clash between loyalty and treachery, all rendered in striking colors by Bob Sharen and sharp lettering by Joe Rosen. The cover, penciled by Buscema and inked by Palmer, captures the tension of a realm on the brink.