Marvel reveals superhero Thor is now a WOMAN!
Marvel creates a storm of controversy as it reveals Thor is a woman
- God of Thunder to be goddess in latest comic book series
- Marvel is trying to attract more women readers with strong female lead
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Comic book fans have been rocked by an unexpected move by Marvel, which has revealed that Thor is now a woman.The hammer-wielding superhero will appear in her more shapely form in October, as Marvel experiments with bringing in a new audience.
Reaction to the proposed change was mixed, with fans taking to Marvel's Facebook page to rail against changes to their childhood heroes.
Many questioned how the plot line will allow for this mysterious blonde woman to take over the hammer of Thor, speculating on whether she is a long-lost relative.
But Marvel has said simply that the new character using the power of Mjölnir - the hammer - is Thor.
'This new Thor isn't a temporary female substitute - she's now the one and only Thor, and she is worthy!' Marvel editor Wil Moss said.
Source: Daily Mail