Ch. 61A Hammer Falling from the Sky
Key Plot Points and Events
- Sherlock is reluctantly drawn into another S.H.I.E.L.D. case, involving an otherworldly hammer that has fallen from the sky.
- The hammer is identified as Mjolnir, Thor's divine artifact weapon.
- Sherlock agrees to analyze Mjolnir but decides to drive to the site in New Mexico instead of using his Anywhere Door to avoid exposing his abilities to Hydra.
- At the site, Coulson has called for Sherlock's help, and Clint Barton (Hawkeye) is present, having previously encountered Sherlock.
Character Developments
- Sherlock's curiosity and desire for knowledge about powerful artifacts (like Mjolnir) override his initial reluctance to work with S.H.I.E.L.D.
- Coulson remains professional and persistent in seeking Sherlock's assistance.
- Clint Barton harbors resentment towards Sherlock due to a previous encounter where Sherlock stood him up and left with Tony Stark.
Significant Themes
- The power of curiosity and knowledge as a driving force.
- The tension and mistrust between Sherlock and S.H.I.E.L.D./Hydra.
- The consequences of past actions on present interactions (Clint Barton's resentment towards Sherlock).
Character Interactions
- Sherlock and Coulson maintain a professional, albeit tense, relationship over the phone.
- Clint Barton's interaction with Coulson reveals his past encounter with Sherlock and his lingering resentment.
- Sherlock's encounter with Brock Rumlow (Crossbones) at the site is tense, with Sherlock handing Coulson's phone to Rumlow without a word.