Originally Posted by
Riimi
Trying to get to bed, so forgive me if I say something that's already been noted, etc. (And the thread's moved pretty fast).
As far as the issue itself, I am a bit disappointed at the lack of Loki in general. Other than that, I thought it was fantastic. I was wondering why Aaron decided to wait this long to resurrect Loki (okay, there are lots of options), but I think the primary reason ties into the general theory you guys have about the casket of ancient winters.
If I remember correctly, the fight scene with the Thors was juxtaposed with the fight scene with Laufey--thereby juxtaposing the two storms. I agree that Loki will make a weapon of some sort with the ice. Given the scenes, I think this maintains the diametrical opposition between Loki and Thor that has so defined them. (For further juxtaposition, see Thor being King of Asgard and Loki being King of Jotunheim, two historically antagonistic realms). However, I don't think that such opposition must necessarily be good vs. evil or continue in the traditional manner. Although conflict is most often the case when dealing with dualistic aspects, I've always preferred a harmonized approach where both forces are necessary and moderate each other (but in a good way). Fire is more often seen as good because of its relation to light, but as Rosenbunse mentions, also has a destructive side.