A strong comic issue should offer a reason to care before the machinery of the plot takes over, and Thor (1966) #206 understands that principle. The issue was published on 1 December 1972 as part of Thor, with Thunder God providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Absorbing Man with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The storytelling in Thor (1966) #206 works thr