Marvel Spectacular #2
In "The Verdict of Zeus!", Thor and Loki stand at odds in Asgard, their rivalry threatening to unravel the realm’s peace—until Odin intervenes, revealing the dire state of the Odinsword. With the scabbard shattered and the universe itself at risk, Odin sends his sons on a perilous quest to uncover the mysterious force behind the breach. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic energy by Jack Kirby, with inks by Vince Colletta and lettering by Artie Simek, this 1973 Marvel Spectacular features a cover by Kirby and Colletta that captures the mythic stakes of the journey ahead.
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The warriors of Asgard are bored and Loki has been able to stir up trouble among their ranks. Odin is furious and intervenes when Thor and Loki face each other in combat. Odin then shows them the state of the Odinsword. According to legend, the universe will perish if the sword is ever drawn from its scabbard. Now, an evil force has broken the scabbard. Odin sends his sons on a quest to find this unknown enemy and put an end to this evil scheme.
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