Marvel Masterworks #26
In "The Return of Zarrko, the Tomorrow Man!", Thor faces a new threat as Loki manipulates the Cobra and Mr. Hyde into kidnapping Jane, forcing the God of Thunder into a desperate confrontation. Banished from Asgard for failing to protect her, Thor returns to Earth to fight back—only to find Jane gravely ill, leading him to use his hammer to freeze time around her in a desperate bid to save her life. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone, and vibrant colors by Tom Smith, this 1993 Marvel Masterworks entry features a striking cover by Jack Kirby and George Roussos.
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Loki sends the Cobra and Mr. Hyde to kidnap Jane. Thor confronts them but is forced to back down and let them go after they threaten to hurt her. Odin, witnessing the scene, expresses his displeasure at Thor's "weakness" and banishes him from Asgard. Thor explains that his former actions were a result of Loki's trickery. Odin allows Thor to return to Earth where he battles the villains again. He rescues Jane but she is critically ill. Whirling his hammer, Thor creates a vortex around Jane in which time stands still. This will afford him the opportunity to finish his battle with Cobra and Hyde.
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