I have but one thing to add to this discussion: And that is this picture (http://somewhataskew.tumblr.com/post/7445089832/while-reading-walt-simonson-thor).

I totally agree with your guy's btw. I used to read this kids book on Norse mythology and always ended up cheering Loki on when he finally brought Ragnarok down on them. Those ass hats totally had it coming. :)