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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Umbran" data-source="post: 5902568" data-attributes="member: 177">I believe he says, "I wonder how much dark energy the Allfather had to expend to get you here."  So, not only did he know that Thor could show up, but he knew how.  Loki is many things, but stupid is not one of them.  I think having Thor show up was part of the plan all along.If he weren't going up against the Avengers, he wouldn't need the army, would he?  Loki, with is powers of illusion and mastery of subterfuge, could take over any government he choses from within.  Force is a blunt instrument, and not Loki's strong suit.I could take a No-Prize argument - Loki falls through the void, ends up in the hands of the Skrulls, and this is the one way he figures out to save his hide.And the most beloved of the Asgardians among Earthmen?  Thor!Yes, 'cause he's kind of arrogant.  I merely argue that this isn't *why* he does it.</blockquote>