Marvel Comics · The Mighty Thor #153 · June 1968 · $0.12 · 20 pages
Grade: NM- 9.2
Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Marvel Comics Group.
Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott with lettering by Sam Rosen.
Thor faces off against Ulik the rock troll in a battle that threatens not just Asgard but the very life of Dr. Donald Blake. The story explores the vulnerable connection between Thor's godly power and his mortal alter ego, with Blake's potential death hanging over the entire conflict. Kirby delivers the cosmic action and troll-smashing brutality while building genuine tension around the dual-identity concept that made Thor unique among Marvel's pantheon.
Part of the extended Ulik saga that showcased Kirby's ability to blend Norse mythology with Marvel Universe continuity, establishing the rock troll as one of Thor's most physically imposing recurring foes.
Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner blunting on all four corners, minor color-breaking spine tick at upper spine, subtle surface wear on front cover, and very light edge wear along right border, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.
We use AI to research and write our descriptions — we think Klaatu would approve of this miniscule relinquishment of power to the robots. Details are verified where possible but comics are complicated and we're not infallible. Every book is graded by a human collector who has actually held it. If something looks off, just ask.
Marvel Comics · The Mighty Thor #153 · June 1968 · $0.12 · 20 pages
Grade: NM- 9.2
Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Marvel Comics Group.
Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott with lettering by Sam Rosen.
Thor faces off against Ulik the rock troll in a battle that threatens not just Asgard but the very life of Dr. Donald Blake. The story explores the vulnerable connection between Thor's godly power and his mortal alter ego, with Blake's potential death hanging over the entire conflict. Kirby delivers the cosmic action and troll-smashing brutality while building genuine tension around the dual-identity concept that made Thor unique among Marvel's pantheon.
Part of the extended Ulik saga that showcased Kirby's ability to blend Norse mythology with Marvel Universe continuity, establishing the rock troll as one of Thor's most physically imposing recurring foes.
Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner blunting on all four corners, minor color-breaking spine tick at upper spine, subtle surface wear on front cover, and very light edge wear along right border, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.
We use AI to research and write our descriptions — we think Klaatu would approve of this miniscule relinquishment of power to the robots. Details are verified where possible but comics are complicated and we're not infallible. Every book is graded by a human collector who has actually held it. If something looks off, just ask.
