His statement quells many would-be critics who would object to a feminized, girly version of the powerful Thor we’ve seen in the past. As for what it does or doesn’t do for feminism, that is yet to be determined. Once we can get our hands on the first issue, that will become much more clear. If Marvel delivers what it’s promising, though, we could count Thor among positive female role models. I, for one, genuinely hope that the newest incarnation isn’t turned into a cheesy, oversexed vixen, but that she comes across as a powerful hero who just so happens to be a woman. I’m glad that, instead of creating a whole new superhero that acts as the female counterpart to a male superhero, they’re mixing it up and (hopefully) showing that women can be just as mighty and powerful as men. What do you think about this news? Share your opinions below!
