Odin took notice and great interest in the development of Thor’s skills in both his physical strength and tactical abilities. All the strength and power in the world will be of no use if it is employed without direction. Along with the development of these physical attributes, it was important for Thor to be able to control his god given powers. Being the god of thunder, if Thor could focus his powers, his strength would be immeasurable.
In order to facilitate this, Odin decided to visit the dwarves of Nidavellir to have them fashion a hammer of great power. Because of the progress that Thor had made in training, Odin felt that it was time to grant Thor what would be his famous hammer, Mjolnir. It would help the god focus his celestial powers and attain new strength. This kind of power was not given lightly with only the most disciplined receiving a gift of such power. Loki was one that showed too much ambition and brashness, so he couldn’t be trusted with this weapon.
Loki had felt slighted by the news of Odin giving Mjolnir to Thor. Even if he wasn’t Odin’s direct son, it was known that he cared for Loki deeply. This lead Loki into a fit of rage which further showed Odin that he wasn’t ready. Mjolinr wasn’t the only source of supposed favoritism for Thor in Loki’s mind. As these perceived experiences continued, it pushed Loki further and further until he made a plan to rid Thor of his hammer. When the god of thunder was suddenly found unworthy of his hammer and his godly power, Thor was banished from Asgard. The cunning god of mishief, Loki, had succeeded in fooling his father.
Thor and Mjolnir
Author’s Note:
This story is intended to highlight the development of Thor and Loki as warriors in Asgard. I decided to use the Marvel counterparts of these gods because my knowledge of the actual Norse gods is lacking. It was intended to describe the acquisition of devastras by Arjuna (Thor and Mjolnir), but not by Duryodhana (Loki). This lead to Loki using a suspect method to get his brother banished, just as Duryodhana got his cousins banished. I chose not to finish the connection to the Mahabharata, but Thor would come back just as the Pandavas did.
Bibliography:
Mahabharata Episode 16 - Drona Trains the Pandavas
Hi Jack,
ReplyDeleteI really liked that you wrote the story using the marvel superhero characters. I enjoy the films and it is easier to follow the story when its in the perspective of something you already know. I also enjoyed how descriptive your writing is. It is very easy to imagine these places without seeing them. It is interesting you did not finish the connection, maybe you can finish it in another story.
Howdy Jack,
ReplyDeleteI loved how the imagery was strong from start to finish. I could picture everything that was happening. I am not really into the Marvel Comics. I have seen a few of the films here and there, but I do not watch them religiously. However, I think it was a fun idea and it really worked out for you. Overall, I had found your story entertaining.
Hi Jack!
ReplyDeleteI thought it was really interesting and unique that you decided to relate Thor and Loki to Indian Epics. I also really liked the comparison of Norse gods to Hindu gods. The picture of Thor really dramatizes your story. Overall, the story is well written, and it was simple and easy to read, so good job!
Hi Jack,
ReplyDeleteI thought the story of Thor and Loki was a good choice to connect to the Indian Epics. I like the connection you made and how you chose to relate their story to Duryodhana and Arjuna. It's interesting to see how stories from different times and countries can have similar plots. I thought your story was also easy to understand and you did a good job of describing what was happening.