There are several key differences between Thor and his Unworthy form, and many fans consider the comic version of Unworthy Thor to be the most compelling take on the character. While the Marvel Cinematic Universe has loosely attempted to adapt this arc, it has yet to capture the emotional weight and complexity seen in the comics. However, new rumors suggest the MCU may be ready to take another shot at getting it right.

The Unworthy Thor may be nowhere near as powerful as he is with the hammer, but even without it, he still retains the heart of a god.

Rumors like those from James Mackwl on X claim Chris Hemsworth was spotted on the set of Avengers: Doomsday dressed like The Mighty One as he appears in Jason Aaron and Olivier Coipel's 2016-2017 Unworthy Thor miniseries.

Unlike the MCU’s previous portrayals of Unworthy Thor, this version represents a very specific moment in the comics. If this rumor is accurate, it could signal a direct adaptation of that storyline. In that case, it’s important to understand what powers Unworthy Thor possesses and how he differs from his worthy counterpart in of abilities.

Unworthy Thor's Origins, Powers, and Abilities Explained

The Unworthy Thor #1-5 by Jason Aaron and Olivier Coipel

The tremendous power Thor wielded at his fingertips was gone the moment he discarded Mjolnir on the moon, following Nick Fury’s devastating judgment: “Gorr was right.” He was referring to Gorr the God Butcher, one of Thor’s sworn enemies, who waged war against the gods, believing them to be unworthy after they failed to answer his prayers in his time of need. The implication, and apparent confirmation, that gods were nothing more than self-centered beings with too much power dealt a devastating blow to Thor’s confidence, causing him to relinquish that power instantly.

At one point, Thor relinquishes his name as well, only referring to himself as Odinson.

After losing his hammer, he can no longer fly or traverse the realms, except by the Goat-Power of his flying goat, Toothgnasher, as Thor explains in The Unworthy Thor #1. The thunder sometimes chooses to ignore his calls because his rank is so low on the totem pole now. Similarly, he's no longer considered a member of the Avengers without his usual powers. However, it is worth noting that after losing his arm and having it replaced by indestructible black Uru metal from Asgard, Thor gets a boost that makes him stronger than the average mere mortal.

It's also worth noting that he replaces his hammer with his childhood ax, Jarnbjorn. Granted, in search of a new hammer, he comes across the Ultimate Mjölnir from Earth-1610. While he does use its thunder energy boost to defeat Proxima Midnight and Black Swan, he opts to leave it behind because it simply doesn't belong to him as the Earth-616 main continuity hammer once did. Although he lacks the powers that truly make him a god, Thor maintains every ounce of power and skill that he was born with, as bestowed upon him by his father, Odin, and mother, Gaea.

Thor's Lack of Power IS His Unworthy Power

Losing His Hammer Forces Thor to Tap Into His Natural Power

The Unworthy Thor is a version of Thor who is technically, on paper, at his weakest. Yet in of character and mental fortitude, he is the strongest he has ever been without Mjölnir in his grasp. This is a Thor who can no longer destroy larger adversaries as easily as he once did as the God of Thunder, which is why he is beaten so mercilessly by mere trolls in the first issue. Still, the series focuses on Thor’s journey to rediscover his inner strength in hopes of once again becoming worthy of lifting Mjölnir.

As the Unworthy Thor, he reclaims what makes him special, not just as a god, but as a hero without the hammer. In of raw power, he remains one of the strongest and fastest Asgardians. His strength may no longer be godlike, but it is still far beyond that of a human or a weakling. He can still hold his own in battle, and he has the willpower to endure even when he is physically outmatched. When it comes to inner strength, Thor has become the most noble and courageous he has ever been.

Beta Ray Bill points out in this story that despite Thor no longer being a god and losing faith in gods, he still finds a reason to fight. He still maintains the bravery to fight, which is especially impressive when Thor knows he's no longer as powerful as he once was. That doesn't stop him from plunging himself headfirst into battle and defending the innocent like a real hero should. The Unworthy Thor may be nowhere near as powerful as he is with the hammer, but even without it, he still retains the heart of a god.

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