Lately, Marvel's been kicking out some good animated films. Of course, they can't hold a candle to the DC Universe when it comes to cartoons, but the house of ideas will occasionally surprise you. It certainly helps to hire the same character designer from the DC animations. I'm a huge fan of Phil Bourassa (Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths and Young Justice).

Anyhoo, Tales of Asgard takes place during Thor's formative years. He's a teen who is not yet worthy of wielding Mjolnir. Hell, he's not even allowed to leave the walls of the kingdom, thanks to over-protective Odin. Basically, the Prince of Asgard needs to stay put.... or else. Of course, we all know what happens when you forbid a teenager from doing something they really want to do. The only difference is that the consequences are far more fatal than getting grounded.

Surprisingly, it's a good coming of age story. The characters are what you'd expect from the Thor mythos---and who doesn't love the Warrior's Three? Those guys are f'n amazing.

The animation isn't the greatest, but it get's the Kenny Seal of Approval. Admittedly, the idea of seeing Thor without the hammer was frowned upon, but this proved to be an entertaining animation. Hell, I'd even say that its a good companion to the live action movie.

7 out of 10 for me.

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