In this episode of Collecting Issues, we dive headfirst into Thor: Prey, collecting issues #7–14 of Donny Cates’ 2020 run with art by Nic Klein, colours by Matthew Wilson, and covers by Olivier Coipel. This mythic, messy, and often horrifying arc explores what happens when the forgotten alter ego, Donald Blake, returns—with a scalpel and a grudge.
We break down:
Plus, we unpack why Thor might be the most unfixably broken character in comics—and why that makes him so damn fun.
Whether you’re here for frogs with hammers, cosmic serial killers, or simply to ask “Where the hell is Donald Blake?”, you’re in the right place.
00:00 Introduction to Thor Prey
02:13 Creative Team and Art Style
04:29 Publication Context and Thor's Journey
07:10 Thor's Identity and Worthiness
08:26 Donald Blake's Return
10:01 Thor's Legacy and Influence
26:02 Monthly Comics and Storytelling
33:31 The Power of Throg
34:06 Throg's Epic Battle
37:24 Donald Blake's Transformation
40:32 Norse Mythology in Comics
45:56 The Madness of Donald Blake
53:35 Art and Color in Comics
58:27 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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