Immortal Thor: Why Did Thor Banish Loki?

Why Did Thor Banish Loki?

Thor, the God of Thunder, has endured many challenges throughout Marvel Comics and within the Marvel Universe as he seeks to maintain peace across the Ten Realms. Thor is now considered a more powerful character with the addition of Mjolnir Hammer and even Zeus’s powers - but these additions don’t always ensure a smooth and easy journey. It’s one where his actions continue to influence the course of the universe, even if he appears as if he's lost his way, especially with Loki Asgard, his brother.

As the latest storyline for Thor Odinson is revealed in the Marvel Comics release for "Immortal Thor" - it shows that a series of trials that Thor Odinson faces, often meant to demonstrate his compassion. Those tests include how he acts towards Loki Asgard, the trials are ultimately used to ensure that he has a noble purpose, one which makes him more deserving to hold that title of God of Thunder. However, he is forced to banish Loki - one that he sees as a necessary act - and, in turn, leaves Thor with a decision that has caused harm to Earth fate.

What are Thor’s Actions as God of Thunder in Immortal Thor?

Thor Banishes Loki from Asgard, infuriated by Loki's schemes. Image

Thor’s journey, as the God of Thunder, is marked by powerful trials that often are designed to help a hero move beyond his past failings. Thor’s latest storyline in "Immortal Thor," is about an ongoing effort to prove himself worthy and demonstrate that he's ready to lead the Ten Realms and maintain balance, and it challenges Thor in a series of trials that focus on his Earth Fate and that destiny is influenced by his Cosmic Order in the Marvel Universe. This quest features several elements: how Thor was tested by his brother Loki Asgard - and how his brother’s intentions served to determine if he is worthy to be God of Thunder.

However, his most critical failure in those trials comes with Thor's rash decision - to banish Loki, and, as those fans familiar with Thor's stories, the two characters have had a close, but often complicated bond, showing that he might not be as powerful as it might appear. But, also it’s been said, it's going to take a bit more time to make those key decisions to shape those events, especially in the larger context of the Marvel Universe. This makes it one of the most interesting and thought-provoking moments within the Marvel Comics timeline - a journey through those events that serve as the foundation to an incredible universe.

What is the Connection Between Thor and Loki?

Thor chastises Loki for having made Thor endure the trials of worthiness. Image

Throughout those stories, within Marvel Comics, those characters: Thor Odinson and Loki Asgard - who are often known as brothers - but they are often at odds - showing how they continue to grapple with their roles as those beings of a higher, divine order.

Their roles in Marvel Universe are central to how the Cosmic Order remains balanced and a major factor in their ability to shape those events across those worlds and, more importantly, the future. Their relationship can be one that goes back to the origins of how the characters made a transformation from mere mortals to powerful, almost immortal figures.

Will Loki Ever Be Able To Return To Asgard?

Utgard-Loki's boney fingers surround a glowing image of a frightened Thor. Image

Those who enjoy the Marvel Universe have followed Loki and Thor’s story over decades - an important chapter for fans, particularly those who love how these events continue to play out in Marvel Comics. While the most recent release has focused on how Thor's rash decisions are likely going to make a large impact on how Thor's journey unfolds in the Marvel Universe, a key part of these events, the banishment of Loki Asgard, may serve as the catalyst that ultimately brings the brothers closer.

Those fans familiar with the characters' bond (which was even a point of reference in a number of movies, such as those from the MCU), realize how their dynamic could easily lead to a confrontation and, perhaps, reconciliation for the characters. As those in the Marvel Universe have witnessed over many years it seems as if these powerful figures are capable of change as those storylines are often based on characters evolving and how their personalities evolve as the events of the Marvel Comics unfold, giving fans more to anticipate as they enjoy how this universe continues to change.

Who is Thor Love Interest?

The Immortal Thor #15 cover, Thor flying high above the golden city skyline of Asgard. Image

While Thor Odinson is known as the God of Thunder and a key character, who has an incredibly compelling storyline. Fans also might remember that Thor has often been linked with his love interests and one of the most popular is Jane Foster.

Those familiar with Thor’s storyline and characters know that there is a powerful history - one that is deeply intertwined with Odin Asgard, the God of Thunder’s father and, to an even greater degree - that of Thor's brother - Loki Asgard. Their complicated relationships serve as a focal point of those stories that help shape the narrative and reveal how these characters continue to make a transformation over decades as the Marvel Comics characters are continuously brought to life. This also helps set the stage for a unique storyline. It has often been an undercurrent throughout the stories, particularly since Thor has made a strong transition from being an arrogant and self-centered individual to one that embraces the lessons from his journey - learning to rely on his strength, wisdom, and compassion as those key traits are essential for shaping those powerful individuals of Asgard.

Is Thor Still the God of Thunder?

Thor in Marvel Comics Cover Art by Manapul Image

As part of the Marvel Universe, Thor has maintained his place and, although Thor Odinson may have been given that role for decades, there is one critical change. Those fans of Marvel Comics , might know Thor’s story, one that has made this character stand out has also been affected by his time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but also from some significant events that unfolded in "Immortal Thor."

While Thor has been recognized as the God of Thunder and an important player in the Marvel Universe - it seems that those events have led to an interesting turn. Now the question has become - with Thor's powers expanding, in particular, by absorbing Zeus's abilities - will it allow him to stay in a position of leadership, one that might also require him to embrace the burdens that come with such a role (in those events as shown in the storyline of "Immortal Thor" - he's lost his right to take on the role as the protector of Earth and those people - a key moment of change), which has placed his entire destiny in a different direction. This makes it very interesting as fans anticipate the outcome of those decisions.

Is Thor the Most Powerful God in the Marvel Universe?

Those in the Marvel Universe have had to contend with several gods - each one being equally potent with various, impressive abilities. These are those who have shaped the entire universe - including Thor and his compelling powers. Thor's powers are also amplified by his connection to the Cosmic Order, but he is also part of a broader lineage - one that includes those older deities, often considered Elder Gods who were there before the start of those universes that exist today - giving those familiar with Marvel - a new sense of how important he really is and what that lineage means.

While Thor Odinson continues to rise to prominence in those events and across several stories, one of those critical moments - which helped transform him as the God of Thunder and that helped make him a hero in the Marvel Universe, included a series of trials he has had to endure as he's been forced to find out his true purpose and make life-altering decisions that could make or break him, especially those events related to how his connection with his brother, Loki Asgard has changed those outcomes. It is even possible that there is more to discover regarding this transformation for Thor, one that has not been seen - with Marvel Comics continuously introducing new characters and new events.