Portmans thor arc will be based on writer jason aaron and graphic artist russell dautermans storyline from the comic books. When did thor reveal the truth of his secret identity to. In her first two appearances her name was jane nelson which later changed to jane foster. Janes transformation into the goddess of thunder will occur in the upcoming marvel cinematic universe movie, thor. Its interlaced with comic book tropes and averting consequences, like death and disease. Thors death makes mcu jane foster even worse screen rant. Heres a look at some of the comic book characters who have battled a villain scarier than the joker, dr. Jane foster lifts the mystic hammer mjolnir, she is tra.
In a marvel comiccon panel packed with huge announcements, one moment that got fans buzzing was natalie portman triumphantly raising thors hammer, mjolnir, to signify that jane foster would. Jane foster comics jane foster comic book list marvel. Some viewers may find it hard to leave jane foster behind, but thors new direction seems to be one that finally works. Jane foster consistency proves that there is something about this job that you should never underestimate, particularly when you are properly equipped for the task.
Valkyries enemy finally reveals themself to teach the guardian of the fallen an important lesson. If there was any doubt marvels comic book jane foster beat the movie version, thors death sealed it. Browse marvels comprehensive list of jane foster comics. Jane foster had been created by stan lee, larry lieber, and also jack kirby. Thor got involved with sif and jane foster married odin. Subscribe to marvel unlimited to read jane foster comic lists by marvel experts. Foster, a creation of writers stan lee and larry lieber, along with artist jack. Jul 20, 2019 jane foster stars in an allnew new ongoing series. Gedurende vele jaren, foster was een verpleegster in dienst van dr. In fact, her story arc has proven time and time again how important her character is to modern marvel. Two more mcu characters confirmed as survivors directors joe and anthony russo previously avoided commenting on whether thors exgirlfriend survived the snap. Then you knew her as thor, the goddess of thunder, who took up the mantle when no other hero god or human was worthy. She also served as his nurse assistant, as the asgardian played his alter ego off as cripple. Then you knew her as thor, goddess of thunder, who took up the mantle when no other hero was worthy.
Now jane takes on a new role as valkyrie, guide and ferrywoman to the dead. Pearson admits that marvel studio wanted the film to be tight rather than. Spinning off from war of the realms, it stars jane foster in her new role as the last valkyrie, aided by undrjarn the allweapon tropes included in jane foster. While fans are still guessing as to who lived and who died when thanos snapped half the galaxy out of existence at the end of avengers. For many years, foster was a nurse, employed by dr. This is got me a secret, a feature where i spotlight notable instances of comic book characters revealing their secret identities to people today, we look at when thor revealed the truth about his double identity to jane foster. Across comic books, cartoons, and films, she has played many different roles in the expansive marvel universe, and her path always crosses with thor when she.
While i would likely buy textless art books if they were done by cafu and aburtov, the writing team brings their a game as well. There has been no question as to whether or not jane fosters thor is worthy. At some point they are no longer issues for jane foster because of magic and super powers. Jane foster, serving the medical needs of new york patients. That said, with pere perez on art and jesus aburtov still on colors, it still makes for a pretty comic, though i am noting a distinct purple theme. Jane foster is a smooth operator as valkyrie but when she isnt undertaking her valkrior duties, shes dr. Donald blake, thors first mortal host, before becoming a doctor herself. Jane foster, a former girlfriend of the hero who has been battling breast cancer. A new hero emerges straight from the pages of the war of the realms. Jane foster is a fictional character appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics, most commonly depicted as a supporting character of the superhero thor odinson.
Valkyrie is a 2019 marvel comics series, cowritten by jason aaron and al ewing, illustrated by cafu. The book completely focuses and refers to her as jane foster. Download now to book an appointment anytime, anywhere. How jane foster wound up as female thor in the comics polygon. Jane foster, one of thors most steadfast companions. I feel like every comic book has to go through a cycle of changes in order to stay relevant. Jane foster was a student at culver university, where her father and erik selvig worked together. Jane foster, one of thor odinsons most steadfast companions. Nevertheless, he managed to give jane a good childhood, never missing a softball game, forgetting a birthday or failing to encourage her in any thing she could set her mind to. One of the biggest surprises to come out of this years san diego comic con was the news that natalie portmans jane foster will be returning to the marvel cinematic universe, as part of the. Marvel comics reveals a female thor the new york times.
Blake, she left his medical practice and began working for a doctor bruce andrews when blake did not try and rescue. Jane foster formerly thor, presently valkyrie is a marvel comics character. Jane foster is the mortal who comes across the hammer of thor, after attempting to look for dr donald blakes cane after he loses his grip of it, whilst both of them are on a trip in norway. Infinity war, we can add one more name to the survivors list.
Since this is comic books, where no one really stays dead, odinson and odin are. Valkyrie jane foster 2019 marvel comic books mycomicshop. He is a professor with powers similar to hank pyms increasing size and mass to gigantic proportions laurence fishburne portrays the character in the marvel cinematic universe film antman and the wasp 2018 as a former. When looking back at him, foster would note that while blake was a great doctor, he sucked at being a boyfriend. I also have a childrens crossstitch sewing book published by quarto creates in the us and new baby book published by storycat in south korea. Jul 24, 2019 one of the biggest surprises to come out of this years san diego comic con was the news that natalie portmans jane foster will be returning to the marvel cinematic universe, as part of the. Then you knew her as thor, the goddess of thunder, who took up the. But now, janes original medical calling is making a comeback, and shes going to have a super team of colleagues to help her in valkyrie. Jane foster but even though she was no longer in possession of the weapon that made her thor, she didnt leave emptyhanded.
Even if she has no presence in the new film, fans were excited to see her acknowledge the franchise in any capacity, with one of jane fosters last mentions being in 2015s avengers. Even if she has no presence in the new film, fans were excited to see her acknowledge the franchise in any capacity, with one of jane foster s last mentions being in 2015s avengers. My childrens books are available in various foreign editions. After some instances of her helping in asgard against loki and an alien invasion, she was promoted to a goddess and the hammer was given to donald blake, as it was supposed to. While originally thors love interest and human ally, dr. My only complaint is there was not nearly enough horse and spidey antics in this issue. The two had an intense attraction in the short time they were together, and through jane, thor learned the value of humility and the heroic nature of humanity. The taika waititi film will take inspiration in part from jason aarons comic series in which jane foster becomes the goddess of thunder. Jane foster is an astrophysicist who met thor when he was exiled to earth by his father. She also holds a research appointment as a scientific associate with the university health network. The whole point of her book, that makes it so amazing, is how she balances her cancer and her powers, along with her. Dec 11, 2019 that said, with pere perez on art and jesus aburtov still on colors, it still makes for a pretty comic, though i am noting a distinct purple theme. Following this tragedy, her father, a plumber, worked two jobs in order for her to go through medical school, exhausting himself. Named jane nelson in her first two appearances, she went on to appear as the love interest of dr.
Donald blake jane soon became his primary love interest, appearing in nearly every issue of his initial solo adventures. She has been more of a secondary character to thor. Sep 21, 2014 heres a look at some of the comic book characters who have battled a villain scarier than the joker, dr. Spinning off from war of the realms, it stars jane foster in her new role as the last valkyrie, aided by undrjarn the allweapon. Apr 22, 2020 that being said, janes tale in the recent thor titles is a bit weird. Some awesome guest stars plus a classic jason aaronasgardian plot makes for a great comic. Laurence fishburne portrays the character in the marvel cinematic. Jane foster s mother died of cancer when she was nine years old. The sacred and the profane, part 1 jane foster stars in an allnew ongoing series. At least she was until she was demoted to the morgue. A few things have happened since the end of the previous thor title and this book s relaunching. The many jobs of jane foster sideshow collectibles. The problem is, jane was a hero, and she cant stand normal anymore. Jane foster might be known as one of thors love interests in marvel comics but she eventually took on the mantle as female thor.
Jane foster underwent a transformation in recent years after she was chosen by the allmother to become the new thor, after her son was found. The mighty thor and jane foster by simone bianchi marvel comics, comics anime, marvel. Jane foster is a popular character who makes appearances in the marvel comics and has been depicted as a supporting character of thor odinson. He is a professor with powers similar to hank pym s increasing size and mass to gigantic proportions. Jane found herself stuck in a love triangle with blake and thor, not realizing that they were the same man. Jane foster is a fictional character appearing in american comic books published by marvel. Now, after battling mangog and cancer, jane lives an ordinary life. This actually happened in the mainstream marvel universe, when jane got the hammer and became the mighty thor. Picking the story from thor vol 2 who holds the hammer this book focuses mainly on the new thor jane foster who is dying of cancer in her normal life while picking up thors hammer as a new superhero on the side. Comic book fans have known that the clock was ticking down on jane fosters life for years.
Jane foster debuted in journey into mystery issue 84 1962 by jack kirby, stan lee and larry lieber. May 12, 2015 but that ends on wednesday when issue no. Donald blake jane soon became his primary love interest, appearing in. Ragnarok never intended to include jane fosters crew. Foster joined the department of psychiatry and behavioural neurosciences at mcmaster university in hamilton, on in 2003 and was promoted to associate professor in 2008. Since 2014, jane has stood at the forefront of the marvel comics universe as the female thor. But how did jane become worthy enoughtowieldmjolnir. William foster, also known as black goliath, giantman and goliath, is a fictional character, a superhero appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics. My craft book publisher is pavilion books and my childrens book publisher is templar and little bee. See marvels medical masterminds come together to lend jane foster a hand. Jane foster was originally introduced as the love interest of thor odinson way back in his dr.
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