Reactions Mixed As New Representation Of Thor From God Of War Ragnarok Is Released

Artwork of several characters for the upcoming God of War sequel, titled God of War Ragnarok, were released online on September 10th, 2021. Out of all the characters shown, Thor was the one with the most commotion, as his depiction is that of a large ginger with a protruding belly — something that hasn't been known as the common representation of Thor for decades.

With many blaming the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Marvel Comics as a whole, this representation of Thor was defended online by many who claim original Norse mythology describes the character that Santa Monica studios have rendered. Still, many negative reactions were first shared when the design was shown, leading to a mixture of praise and outrage.

literally the worst depiction of Thor I've ever seen. pic.twitter.com/KaUW26F2Lc

— D.Sparrow (@SparrowsAlive) September 10, 2021

dying at this culture pic.twitter.com/YjS1qqgzbv

— Jack Saint (@lackingsaint) September 10, 2021

why does Thor look like the average American dad pic.twitter.com/7rQqjNMIiF

— eternal classic (@eternalclassic_) September 10, 2021

End Game Thor walked so God of War Thor could run. pic.twitter.com/t99WjL03in

— Oxygen Esports (@OXG_Esports) September 10, 2021

These hot takes on Fat Thor and comparisons to the MCU version did not stand untested for long, as many people began to support the decision of Santa Monica studios and show old Norse lore as well as current-day strongman competitors to show why this Thor is the most correct one ever seen.

Looking forward to seeing God of War's interpretation of Thor. MCU Thor made people forget he's a really just a big fat violent drunk and that is kind of rad as hell pic.twitter.com/1s567Lrb3A

— Ricky Rexx (@RickyRexx) September 10, 2021

Y’all dragging Thor’s design don’t know anything about power or fitness. I know you go to the gym for looks if you’ve never seen a Strongman before pic.twitter.com/TN7zyRMwgL

— Engage  (@NotEngxge) September 10, 2021

This Thor is the REAL ACCURATE THOR from the Norse Mythology, Thor is from Norse not Marvel, it baffles me that I see complaints about his accurate design pic.twitter.com/DxxIBmWjhf

— あきら (@Akira092421) September 10, 2021

People upset about Thor's belly in God of War are just showing their ignorance and fatphobia.

Body fat aids in strength.

Bodybuilders are typically at their weakest at competitions bc they're dehydrated af.

Here's Martin Licis – 2019 Strongman Winner. pic.twitter.com/fYE3syKhUd

— Lucky Chanz (@Chanzlyn) September 10, 2021

While there was a battle going on between those who defended or attacked the new design, there was still a dedicated part of the internet that did the usual thing it always does, thirsting.

that new thor oh god oh fuck pic.twitter.com/VfaFE6d4t1

— shoe (@shoe0nhead) September 10, 2021

The new Thor for God of war really proves big dudes belong in crop tops

— Sandy Frizzle 🌽 (@SandyFrizzle) September 10, 2021

i want thor to carry me over his shoulders everywhere and make me dinner. i love him pic.twitter.com/uQ4IRfcFI1

— saira 🗡 (@sairaspooks) September 10, 2021

I, for one, would like to announce that thicc Thor can get it. https://t.co/RWcR5BYjKw

— Dr Eleanor Janega (@GoingMedieval) September 10, 2021