Its not about action or typical comic book superhero vs supervillain fighting. This is a great book for Loki lovers and those interested in a more psychological story about relationships. What if Loki finally beat Thor and did get the throne? What would happen? This story attempts to answer that. The story delves into Loki's past and helps the viewer understand some of the taunting and teasing he had to endure growing up which led him to a path of poor choices based on anger and hate. I loved this story so much, I bought the hard cover version. The artwork and writing in all three books is excellent though very different. The others are "The Trials of Loki" and "Thor: Ages of Thunder". This is one of my top three favorite graphic novels. One thing readers should note is that though this book includes "Loki #1-4", it should not be confused with Thor: The Trials of Loki, which also includes a completely different "Loki #1-4"!! I almost didn't buy this because I thought it was the same material. Overall, though I hated the art work, the story was so compelling and emotional I will still give it 4 stars. There is also unused art from the main story and the creators' "pitch" for the storyline. The Lee/Kirby stories were a nice addition, though the Siege bit is an odd choice since it doesn't stand alone. The book is filled out with two of Loki and Thor's original encounters by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, and an excerpt of Loki from the Siege saga. Why would he choose to look that way? It just didn't work. It's so cliché for a villain to be ugly in any case, but here it was jolting because Loki is not the typical villain. Primarily, I did not like how the artist drew Loki as a shriveled, ugly old man with missing teeth. However, in this instance I must because it seriously impacted my enjoyment of the story. ![]() Usually, I do not comment on art since it is so subjective. For the first time, I did not like Thor and I did not want him to triumph. When Loki reveals why he will kill Thor and not the others, it is heartbreaking. I am not certain if the authors intended it to be so, but this story not only makes Loki especially sympathetic, it portrays our usual heroes (Sif, Balder, Thor) as cruel bullies who tormented and ridiculed Loki all his life dividing brother from brother. Only this time, the taste of Thor's victory is bitter - for Loki and for readers. But, like all other Lokis, he will not be allowed to escape his destiny. Loki slowly comes to the realization that, as light needs darkness, Loki needs Thor. Loki has no choice in his destiny, but is condemned for it none-the-less. He is held accountable which further reinforces his tragic nature. Yet, they do not excuse Loki's action on the same principle. What is disturbing is that the Asgardians excuse their cruelty toward Loki as part of a this cycle. At one point, Balder reveals to Loki that there are many universes, many Lokis, many Thors, all locked in the same cycle. What commences is Loki's struggle with the decision as his history unfolds. When Loki is alone, Hela appears to convince him to execute Thor. He loves seeing Thor brought so low, but finds himself burdened with the actual work of ruling. The book opens with Thor in chains before Loki, now king of Asgard. So, I was eager to read "Blood Brothers" in which Loki, from his own POV, succeeds in taking Asgard. Moreover, his backstory is tragic, allowing readers to sympathize with him even as they root for Thor. He's a complex character who goes beyond simple "bad-guy." He needs to cause chaos, but has also switched sides. Indeed, he is my favorite villain in literature or film. Loki is my favorite Marvel character, followed by Thor.
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