Jason Aaron is a celebrated comics author whose works often delve into themes of war, identity, and origin. His style is characterized by raw realism and deep character exploration, resonating with readers seeking thoughtful and emotionally charged narratives. Aaron's ability to weave complex storylines and craft unforgettable moments establishes him as a standout voice in contemporary comics.
Fifteen years ago, Dashiell Dash Bad Horse ran away from a life of poverty and hopelessness on the Prairie Rose Indian Reservation in search of something better. Now he's come back home armed with nothing but a set of nunchucks, a hell-bent-for-leather attitude and one dark secret.
This brutal series explores the clash between organized crime and contemporary Native American culture through Dashiell "Dash" Bad Horse, who returns to his reservation with a dark secret and a determination to make things better. This deluxe edition compiles issues 25-34 of Jason Aaron's acclaimed series, featuring bonus material and sketches.
"SCALPED draws to a close in this final collection of stories, with a Mexican stand-off like you've never seen before. No one is safe. Especially Dash Bad Horse, whose sins are finally about to catch up to him. As tension on the rez comes to a peak, everyone's priorities are tested."--
Jason Aaron and legendary artistic collaborators including Esad Ribić and Russell Dauterman begin a truly epic saga of Thor — whoever he or she may be! Across the ages, gods are vanishing — and the God of Thunder must unite with his past and future selves to stand against Gorr the God Butcher! Meanwhile, Malekith the Accursed begins a bloody rampage that will spread war throughout the realms. Which makes it a terrible time for the Odinson to be rendered unworthy of lifting Mjolnir! Another hero will hold the hammer high, fighting for Asgard and Midgard as Thor — the Goddess of Thunder! She’ll battle Malekith, Loki, Roxxon…and even Odin! But who is she under the mask? And what is this new Thor’s terrible secret?COLLECTING: Thor: God of Thunder (2012) 1-25, Thor (2014) 1-8, Thor Annual (2015) 1, Thors (2015) 1-4, Mighty Thor (2015) 1-12
In Scalped Book Two, writer Jason Aaron (Thor, Original Sin) and artist R.M. Guéra (Batman Eternal, Django Unchained) continue their critically acclaimed tale of Native American noir, with guest art by John Paul Leon and Davide Furnò and covers by Jock. FBI agent Dash Bad Horse has been forced back into a life and a place that he thought he'd escaped years before: the Prairie Rose Indian Reservation. To bring down local crime boss Lincoln Red Crow, Dash goes undercover as one of Red Crow's hired guns. And he finds that life on the Rez is still the same mess of drugs, crime and tragedy. But when Dash's own mother is slaughtered and scalped, the double agent's loyalties become even more tangled--until not even he's sure who the real bad guys are. Collects issues #12-24.
The story culminates in an epic showdown as Jane Foster, the Mighty Thor, faces her greatest challenges yet, including leading the League of Realms and confronting the monstrous Mangog. As the War of the Realms escalates under Malekith's onslaught, Jane must decide between her duty and personal sacrifice. Meanwhile, the Odinson seeks to reclaim his worthiness amidst the chaos. The narrative also explores King Thor's final battle with Loki, weaving together themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the enduring legacy of the Thor mantle.
Death comes for the Mighty Thor! But first, she must survive the Asgard/Shi'ar War! Plus, as Malekith's manipulations threaten all there is, Jane Foster recruits Angela and Sif to her new League of Realms - and leads them on a deadly mission into Dark Elf territory! Then, when the hammer of the Ultimate Thor resurfaces, its new wielder becomes a thundering Thor for dangerous times. But who is this new War Thor? As Malekith's dark army grows, the Queen of Cinders threatens to engulf the Realms. But worse is still yet to come! When the Mangog returns just as Jane's cancer takes a turn for the worst, the end approaches - will the Gates of Valhalla open for Jane? COLLECTING: MIGHTY THOR (2015) 13-23, 700-706, GENERATIONS: THE UNWORTHY THOR & THE MIGHTY THOR 1, MIGHTY THOR: AT THE GATES OF VALHALLA
Brings together all the threads laid out from the very beginning for a dramatic conclusion years in the making.
Collects Unworthy Thor (2017) #1-5, Mighty Thor (2015) #20-23, Generations: Unworthy Thor & Mighty Thor (2017) #1, Mighty Thor (2015) #700-706, Mighty Thor: At the Gates of Valhalla (2018) #1. A tragic tale of three Thors! Jane Foster, mighty wielder of Mjolnir. The fallen and unworthy Odinson. But who will be the War Thor? No longer fit to lift his hammer, the Odinson embarks on a desperate quest for redemption that takes him into the cosmos - where the ultimate weapon awaits! But he isn't the only one vying for it. The new War Thor must be ready for battle when the Queen of Cinders sets the Ten Worlds ablaze - and even the combined might of all three heroes may not be enough when final judgment arrives in the form of the Mangog! Meanwhile, what of Jane Foster's cancer? The heroic story of the Goddess of Thunder reaches its heart-rending zenith!
Marvel Legacy hits Asgard with a bang - the death of the Mighty Thor! The final judgment comes as the Mangog arrives. The War Thor meets the beast head-on, but even the bloodthirst of this Ultimate hammer-wielder may pale in comparison to the Mangog's might! The battle rages as Jane Foster's cancer takes a turn for the worse, and she might not have to wait for the final judgment at all. The clock is ticking, the War of the Realms is spreading, and Mjolnir cannot save her this time. Can even the legendary Hercules help avert disaster? It's the beginning of the end - one that will lead to the most dramatic finale in the Marvel Universe. The tragic and heroic story of Jane Foster finally reaches its heart-rending zenith! COLLECTING: MIGHTY THOR 700-706, MIGHTY THOR: AT THE GATES OF VALHALLA
