Marvel surprises by confirming which Fantastic Four hero can wield the power of the God of Thunder

For decades, very few characters from the Marvel universe They were deemed worthy of lifting Thor’s mighty hammer. From Captain America Until Beta Ray Billonly a select list of heroes have achieved such a feat. But now, a member of the Fantastic Four officially joins that exclusive club.

The power of Thor in the hands of Ben Grimm

in the comic A World Under Doom #8written by Ryan North and with the art R.B. SilvaMarvel presents a colossal battle: Doctor DoomHaving become the Sorcerer Supreme, he faces an epic alliance that includes Avengers, X-Men and Fantastic Four. Amid the chaos, the heroes attempt a desperate move to stop the villain.

The invisible woman uses his powers to contain an infinite flow of energy, while Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic) redirect that energy to fix the broken hammer Beta Ray Billknown as Stormbreaker. The problem is that Bill is unconscious and the newly forged weapon needs someone worthy of wielding.

This is where it comes in Ben Grimm, aka The Thingwho decides to try his luck… and succeeds. The stone hero proves himself worthy of Thor’s powerwielding the new Stormbreaker and unleashing his fury on Doom in one of the comic’s most thrilling scenes.

The heart of the team

Beyond his brute strength, The Thing has always been the emotional soul of the Fantastic Four. His loyalty, courage and sense of duty make him one of the most noble characters in the Marvel Universe. It’s no surprise that, after suffering the consequences of Doom’s experiments and ambitions for years, Your courage and determination have been recognized by the gods.

The fact that he can lift Stormbreaker puts him on the level of heroes like Thor, Beta Ray Bill, and Steve Rogers. And despite Stormbreaker Don’t be the legendary Mjölnir, both hammers share the same Asgardian magic: Only the pure of heart can lift them.

The symbolism behind the gesture

This moment has a strong symbolic load. Ben Grimm, a man who never asked what his destiny was and who struggled his entire life with his appearance, embodies the true essence of heroic dignity. It is not physical strength that makes him worthy, but rather his indomitable spirit and humanity.

For many readers, this scene represents emotional closure to decades of character development. Since its debut in 1961, Ben was the most human “monster” in the comicand now Marvel gives him an award that goes far beyond action: a divine redemption.

The One World Under Doom event

the saga A world in ruins It was a real celebration for the fans. With Doctor Doom in command of the multiversethe event explores the themes of power, corruption and sacrifice. The participation of the Fantastic Four was not only central, but also served to redefine the role of each member of the groupespecially Ben’s.

The drawings of R.B. Silva They bring an epic level to the story, with a final battle that mixes magic, science and mythology. The screenplay by Ryan Northknown for his work in The unbeatable squirrel girlit combines humor and emotion in a masterful way, remembering it Marvel still knows how to excite even veteran readers.

What does this mean for the future of the Fantastic Four?

While A World Under Doom #8 just arrived in stores, fans are already speculating How will this moment affect the group dynamic?. Will we see The Thing wield Stormbreaker again? Or was it just a symbolic gesture in battle?

What is clear is this Ben Grimm has reached a new level of respect within the Marvel Universeand its connection to Thor’s power could have consequences in future multiversal events. After all, if there is a hero who deserves a little glory after so much suffering, that’s the thing.