Thor: Blood & Thunder

In this single-issue Marvel tale from 2011, writer Ron Marz and artist Bruce Zick deliver a standalone Thor story that strips the God of Thunder down to his mythic roots. The issue focuses on a primal, visceral encounter that tests Thor's strength and resolve against a threat drawn from ancient Norse legend. It's a tight, atmospheric one-shot that captures the raw power of the character outside the clutter of ongoing continuity, offering a quick, satisfying read for fans of classic fantasy-infused superheroics.