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Thor and Loki clash in Blood Brothers DVD release - CLIPS ADDED!

By Patrick Luce Sep 2, 2011, 14:33 GMT

The great halls of Asgard have fallen silent since a new king has overtaken the throne. His name is Loki, son of almighty Odin, brother to the Thunder God, Thor. Once a powerful trickster, the God of Mischief, Loki now rules a grand kingdom with little regard for its subjects. His only thoughts are focused inward, toward the origins of his own pain and suffering. To quell his torment and ...more

The thunder will boom on September 13th as Marvel Knights Animation releases Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers – which will feature cutting edge animation and a captivating storyline inspired by the acclaimed graphic novel from Robert Rodi and Esad Ribic.

Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers takes a powerful look inside the minds of Thor and Loki, two adversarial brothers in the mystical land of Asgard and seemingly forever enemies. The great halls of Asgard have fallen silent since a new king has overtaken the throne.

His name is Loki, son of almighty Odin, brother to the Thunder God, Thor. Once a powerful trickster — the God of Mischief — Loki now rules a grand kingdom with little regard for its subjects. His only thoughts are focused inward, toward the origins of his own pain and suffering.

To quell his torment and to gain the respect he feels he so rightfully deserves, Loki must now execute the prisoner chained deep within the dungeons of Asgard, the one man who has ever shown him love. His own brother.

A must have for loyal fans, comic book enthusiasts and collectors, Marvel Knights Animation presentation of Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers DVD is packed with insightful bonus content and graphic rich cover, plus a unique replica of comic book-style plastic sleeve that bridges the comic book to DVD concept.

Marvel Knights Animation Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers is produced by Ruwan Jayatilleke, written by Robert Rodi, art by Esad Ribic.

Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, boasting groundbreaking illustrations, sensational soundscapes, and of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Robert Rodi, Esad Ribic, Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev, Joss Whedon, Reginald Hudlin, John Romita Jr, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, John Cassaday, and more.

DVD Special Features Include:

In exclusive look back with writer Robert Rodi and Artist Esad Ribic
Behind the scenes of Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers
Trailer

Here is a look at some of the art: