Thor's Hammer

"Thor's Hammer" is an episode from Season 1 of the science fiction television series Stargate SG-1. Through examining and comparing Norse mythology to that of the Egyptians, Dr. Jackson theorises that there may be another race of aliens who pose as Gods, but are good Gods, against the Goa'uld, and, thus, a potential ally. Jackson believes that Thor was an alien, and his legendary weapon Thor's Hammer was an alien device that would be an invalua... more

"Thor's Hammer" is an episode from Season 1 of the science fiction television series Stargate SG-1. Through examining and comparing Norse mythology to that of the Egyptians, Dr. Jackson theorises that there may be another race of aliens who pose as Gods, but are good Gods, against the Goa'uld, and, thus, a potential ally. Jackson believes that Thor was an alien, and his legendary weapon Thor's Hammer was an alien device that would be an invaluable weapon against the Goa'uld. This possibility is increased when Teal'c makes mention of a world that was banned by the Goa'uld (Cimmeria), which is represented by a hammer sign. The reason why is that any Jaffa or Goa'uld who goes there is never heard from again. Before departing, Hammond gives SG-1 a box to show friendship to the good aliens they will encounter. SG-1 travels to Cimmeria, and, upon arrival, they encounter a group of people who laugh at them, and a giant stone hammer that starts to charge. It scans each member of SG-1 with... less