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Mighty Thor (1966) #252 Newsstand
Mighty Thor (1966) #252 Newsstand
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Thor (1966) #252 – Thor vs. Dragon and Ulik for Odin’s Fate!
Thor (1966) #252 (October 1976), written by Len Wein and David Anthony Kraft with pencils by John Buscema and inks by Pablo Marcos, is a thrilling Bronze Age issue. Thor embarks on a desperate quest to uncover the fate of his missing father, Odin, battling a ferocious dragon and the savage troll Ulik to gain crucial information. The Asgardian stakes are high as Thor faces these formidable foes, driven by his loyalty to the All-Father. Wein and Kraft’s story blends mythic action with emotional urgency, while John Buscema’s legendary pencils, paired with Marcos’ dynamic inks, deliver epic visuals of Thor’s battles and Asgard’s grandeur, making this a standout issue in the Thor series.
Highlights
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Thor’s intense battles with a dragon and Ulik.
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Quest to find the missing Odin, raising Asgardian stakes.
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Len Wein and David Anthony Kraft’s mythic storytelling.
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John Buscema’s iconic, powerful artwork.
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Ulik’s brutal return as a troll antagonist.
Value & Trends
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Current: $5–$15 (VG/FN), $20–$40 (VF), $50–$80 (NM) on eBay/MyComicShop, with CGC 9.8 copies fetching $100–$150 due to Buscema’s art and the Odin quest arc. Newsstand editions may see a slight premium for scarcity.
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Trends: Thor’s MCU prominence (Thor: Love and Thunder, 2022), Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) hype, and King Thor (2019) boosting Asgardian lore could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months. High-grade copies may hit $100–$200 in 2–3 years if Odin or Ulik gain MCU focus. Comic-Con 2025 news could boost demand.
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Market: Bronze Age Thor issues with Wein’s writing, Buscema’s art, and key Asgardian plots like Odin’s fate are valued by collectors, especially in NM or slabbed grades.
Key Characters
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Thor: God of Thunder seeking Odin.
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Odin (missing): Catalyst for Thor’s quest.
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Ulik: Savage troll warrior and foe.
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Dragon: Mythic beast challenging Thor.
Why Buy?
This issue’s dragon-Ulik battles, Odin’s mystery, and Buscema’s stellar art make it a Bronze Age gem. Wein and Kraft’s epic storytelling thrills Thor fans and collectors. Grab it in NM condition before Thor’s cinematic surge or Asgardian arcs spike prices!
This issue’s dragon-Ulik battles, Odin’s mystery, and Buscema’s stellar art make it a Bronze Age gem. Wein and Kraft’s epic storytelling thrills Thor fans and collectors. Grab it in NM condition before Thor’s cinematic surge or Asgardian arcs spike prices!
Price: $5 (VG) to $80 (NM, raw); $100–$150 (CGC 9.8). High-grade copies hold top future value.
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