Thor's Sex Change Is Nigh, But Her Identity Remains a Mystery

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LOS ANGELES — Thor is becoming a woman this week, and the comic book horde hath questions.

Like, how does that work? We thought "Thor" was a name — but is it just a title? What should we now call the guy played by Chris Hemsworth in the movies? And will the Odinson be around to witness it?

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All are worthy queries. But the biggest mystery on any Marvel maven's mind is: Who is the woman worthy to possess the power of Thor?

When Thor #1 is revealed on Wednesday, we'll definitely see her pick up Mjolnir and — kraka-thoom! — become the Goddess of Thunder, or something like that. But that first look behind the mask will have to wait. In fact, a lot of answers will have to wait. Read more...

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