Balder the Brave #2
1986
- Series
- Balder the Brave
- Issue
- 2
- Cover date
- Jan 1, 1986
- Story title
- Balder The Betrayed!
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Balder the Brave was a four-issue limited series published by Marvel Comics in 1985, spinning off from the Thor title. It was created to flesh out the adventures of the Norse god Balder during a period of introspection and exile, following his return from the realm of the dead. The story functions as a direct continuation of the narrative threads woven by Walt Simonson during his seminal run on Thor, specifically exploring the internal conflicts and shifting loyalties within Asgard.
The issue features artwork by Sal Buscema, whose dynamic and character-focused style provided a grounded aesthetic that complemented the mythic, often somber tone of the series. Written by Len Wein, the series was designed to elevate Balder from a secondary character to a complex protagonist facing the weight of destiny. At the time of its release, it was well-received by readers for its focus on character development and its expansion of Marvel's interpretation of Norse mythology.
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