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Wanda and Vision’s Relationship in the MCU and Beyond is Expounded in ‘WandaVision’

Before the launch of ‘WandaVision,’ refresh your memory on the MCU’s most endearing odd couple. WandaVision, a highly unique Marvel television show, will finally air on Disney+ on January 15. While many of the show’s greatest twists remain unknown, we do know that Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) will return after the events of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. These former Avengers are now a happily married couple who reside in Westview, a beautiful suburban neighbourhood. But, as time passes, Wanda and Vision will realize that something about their existence in Westview is a little off. They’ll have to work together to discover out what’s going on and how to combat it.

But, before we get into WandaVision, it’s probably a good idea to review the history of these two Marvel characters, both in the comics and in the MCU. On the page and onscreen, Wanda and Vision have gone through a lot. While this walk down memory lane won’t get into the nitty-gritty of the couple’s relationship, it will take you back to the most memorable moments.

Marvel Comics’ Wanda and Vision

Wanda and Vision have been in the Marvel Comics universe for considerably longer than they have in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She’s a sorceress! He’s a high-tech android! They’re a very powerful, very attractive couple, and their love story is one of Marvel’s most enduring. As a result, over the course of Marvel Comics’ existence, these two superheroes have built up quite a narrative arc – one that would take up far too much room here. That isn’t to say that we shouldn’t discuss Wanda and Vision’s Marvel Comics romance. Instead, let’s go over the major plot elements in this couple’s comic book history so that we can prepare for their appearance in the MCU.

Scarlet Witch, a.k.a. Wanda Maximoff, debuted in the comics four years and seven months before her husband. Wanda and her twin brother Pietro (a.k.a. Quicksilver) were introduced as Magneto’s malevolent assistants in March 1964. The twins were introduced as the progeny of a superhero named Whizzer around the 1970s. That plot point was later retconned, and Wanda and Pietro were revealed to be Magneto’s children. Wanda and Pietro have spent the majority of their time in Marvel Comics with one foot in the X-Men universe and the other in the Avengers universe. Wanda is a powerful character who has been trained in both true witchcraft and mutant-like witchcraft skills. The list goes on and on: chaos magic, force fields, reality bending, illusion fabrication, elemental manipulation, telekinesis, telepathy, and so on. In general, it’s best to think Wanda is capable of doing something magical until she proves otherwise.

Vision’s origin tale will be familiar to MCU fans, as he was first introduced in October 1968. Ultron’s robot Vision was built with the intention of attacking Hank Pym and Janet Van Dyne. (Yes, Ant-Man, not Tony Stark, is the creator of Ultron in the comics.) When the Avengers persuade Vision to see reason, he incorporates the consciousness of another superhero into his own and is freed from Ultron’s control. Vision becomes a member of the Avengers, is briefly possessed by Ultron again, regains control of his body, and meets Wanda. Vision appears to be a human in every aspect except for his synthetic body parts in the comics. He isn’t powered by an Infinity Stone, either; the yellow stone in his forehead is a Solar Jewel, which absorbs and focuses the sun so Vision can blast it like a laser. Flight, superhuman reflexes and stamina, superhuman regeneration powers, and durability are among Vision’s other superpowers.

Wanda and Vision are a famous pair in Marvel Comics since they are the first human-android coupling. Naturally, this causes issues when the couple tries to live a normal life. The pair — who also marry — have twin boys thanks to Wanda’s hex powers. It’s eventually revealed that Wanda and Vision’s sons, Thomas and William, are actually fragments of a demon named Mephisto who are reabsorbed into their real father’s existence (it’s a comic book, after all). The couple is shattered by this tragedy, and despite their best efforts to stay together, they are unable to do so.

Wanda and Vision in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Wanda and Vision’s vast and intricate Marvel Comics history has been condensed into just a few sequences spread across four MCU films (a fact made abundantly obvious in Wanda and Vision’s respective episodes of the new Disney+ series Marvel Studios Legends) and one Marvel Disney+ TV program. There are some sequences in the MCU version of Wanda and Vision’s romance that fans of the duo in their comic book form will recognize. However, the MCU has made some significant modifications that have had a significant impact on the couple’s screen time.

The events surrounding Wanda and Vision’s meeting in Avengers: Age of Ultron are what the MCU has kept from the comics. Vision is still Ultron’s invention in Age of Ultron, but he’s built with Stark technology, including the JARVIS operating system. The Mind Stone, which Ultron extracts from Loki’s scepter and places in Vision’s head, also makes Vision sentient. Additionally, the climactic confrontation between the megalomaniacal robot and the Avengers in Age of Ultron allows Vision and Wanda to rekindle their relationship. For the majority of the film, Wanda and her brother Pietro are hesitant Ultron’s aides before turning against him when Wanda discovers Ultron’s desire to kill humanity. The Avengers take Wanda and Pietro in and make them members of the team. When Vision demonstrates that he can wield Thor’s hammer and leads the charge against Ultron, he is hailed a worthy Avenger. As Sokovia plummets down to Earth in the last stages of the Avengers’ battle against Ultron, Vision saves Wanda, his fellow Avenger, who had stayed behind on the floating metropolis to fight. Wanda and Vision join Cap’s new Avengers, which also includes Black Widow, Falcon, and War Machine, at the end of Age of Ultron.

Wanda and Vision only get a few scenes together in Captain America: Civil War, as they are once again pitted against one other in this MCU film. Despite spending more time together at the newly constructed Avengers base and getting closer as a result, Wanda and Vision find themselves on opposite sides of a major ideological battle. The Sokovia Accords, which would increase government oversight of superheroes, threatens to split the team. Tony Stark is in favor of the Accords, but Steve Rogers is against them. Vision exposes himself to be allied with Tony while Wanda is more aligned with Steve in one scene when the team disputes this, causing strain in their embryonic friendship. As the film proceeds, the couple splits up and helps their respective squad leaders — Tony and Steve — before the two teams clash. Despite unleashing the entire force of their abilities on each other and other Avengers, Wanda and Vision kiss and reconcile by the end of the game-changing battle.

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Wanda and Vision are discovered to be spending time together in hiding in Edinburgh, Scotland, at the opening of Avengers: Infinity War. Following the Civil War, we find that a couple has been snatching time together to attempt to sort out their relationship. As a result, Edinburgh is the secret couple’s most recent meeting location. (When they aren’t together, Wanda has been forced to stay on the run when Steve broke her and his entire Civil War crew out of jail and forced them to hide.)

Thanos’ thugs arrive in Edinburgh to try to assassinate Vision and steal the Mind Stone before the couple can make any solid plans for their future. After fighting off Thanos’ goons, Wanda, Steve, Falcon, and Black Widow head to Wakanda to see whether Shuri can safely extract the Mind Stone while keeping Vision alive. Instead, Vision is compelled to ask Wanda to destroy the Mind Stone, a request that is both lethal and terrible. Wanda succeeds, but Thanos takes the Time Stone to turn back the clocks and steal the Mind Stone, killing Vision in the process. Wanda is likewise wiped off by Thanos’ snap of the Infinity Gauntlet. Wanda reappears in Avengers: Endgame’s climactic showdown and has a brief time to vent her rage and pain on Thanos as she beats the living daylights out of him.

In ‘WandaVision’ (and Beyond), What Happens to the Couple?

We still don’t know what WandaVision has in store for Wanda and Vision as a couple, thus we don’t know how their relationship will end. The presence of Vision in WandaVision does not necessarily imply that he has risen from the dead as a result of the events of Avengers: Infinity War. However, we can’t rule out some brilliant MCU ruse as to why he’s suddenly back and sentient like before.

We might see Wanda and Vision’s relationship touch on some of the plot points from their comics past over the course of nine episodes. WandaVision trailers have recently included views of Wanda pregnant, the couple planning a nursery, and even a funny scene in which two distinct pacifiers pop out of two separate cribs. Similarly, Agnes (Kathryn Hahn) recognizes Vision as an Avenger in one teaser clip. This suggests that Wanda and Vision’s experiences as Avengers may play a role in WandaVision and influence the fate of their respective adventures on the show.

Then there’s the probable allusion to Marvel’s House of M arc (read more on Fandom), which features X-Men and Avengers characters. The reference may be seen in one of the first WandaVision trailers, where a bottle of wine with the label “Maison de Mépris” (French for “House of Contempt”) is served during dinner. In the comics, Scarlet Witch and Professor Xavier use their abilities to create the “House of M,” a world where a person’s dreams become reality, and Scarlet Witch eventually becomes too powerful and destructive. This narrative might play out in WandaVision, as a mourning post-Endgame Wanda creates a world in which she can enjoy the life she’s always wanted with Vision, despite outside operatives attempting to reach her to urge her to wake up. The House of M arc finishes on a rather sad one (Wanda wipes out millions of mutants), so if WandaVision follows suit, it’s worth asking if it will end on a similarly emotional note or if it will have an impact on Vision’s fate.

We already know that Wanda’s MCU tale will continue in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, regardless of how WandaVision ends. It’s all speculation at this time, but it’s worth considering how the events of WandaVision might play into Doctor Strange 2 and Wanda’s story in particular.

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Main Marvel Characters Who Use Magic as Their Main Power Source

In the Marvel Universe, there are a number of characters who utilize magic as their primary power source. From sorcerers and witches to gods and demons, these characters possess an array of magical abilities that make them some of the most powerful and fascinating beings in the Marvel Universe. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the main Marvel characters who use magic as their main power source.

Doctor Strange

Doctor Stephen Strange, also known as the Sorcerer Supreme, is perhaps the most well-known and powerful magic user in the Marvel Universe. After suffering a severe injury to his hands that ended his career as a surgeon, Strange traveled to the Himalayas to seek out the Ancient One, a powerful sorcerer who taught him the ways of magic. Strange possesses a wide range of magical abilities, including the ability to cast spells, create magical shields, manipulate time and space, and even travel to other dimensions.

Wanda Maximoff (Scarlet Witch)

Wanda Maximoff, also known as the Scarlet Witch, is a mutant with the ability to manipulate reality and cast spells. Her powers stem from a combination of her mutant abilities and her connection to the mystical energies of the universe. Scarlet Witch’s powers include reality warping, energy projection, and the ability to manipulate probability. She is also able to cast spells that can alter the physical world around her.

Loki

Loki, the God of Mischief, is a powerful magic user with a long and complicated history in the Marvel Universe. As a member of the Asgardian race, Loki possesses an array of magical abilities, including shape-shifting, illusion casting, and the ability to manipulate energy. He is also a master of manipulation and trickery, often using his wit and charm to get what he wants.

Brother Voodoo

Jericho Drumm, also known as Brother Voodoo, is a Haitian houngan (voodoo priest) who possesses an array of mystical powers. He is able to communicate with spirits and calls upon the powers of the Loa (spirits of Haitian Voodoo) to cast spells and perform feats of magic. Brother Voodoo is also a skilled fighter, often using his martial arts skills in conjunction with his magic to defeat his enemies.

Dormammu

Dormammu is a powerful interdimensional entity that rules over the Dark Dimension. He possesses vast magical powers, including the ability to manipulate reality and create illusions. Dormammu is also able to possess other beings and control them, and he has a vast army of demons at his disposal. He is a formidable foe to any hero who dares to cross his path.

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Magik

Illyana Rasputin, also known as Magik, is a mutant with the ability to teleport through time and space. She is also a sorceress with the ability to cast spells and manipulate magical energies. Magik’s powers stem from her connection to the mystical realm of Limbo, which she rules over as its sorceress supreme. She is also skilled in combat, often using her sword and martial arts skills to defeat her enemies.

Baron Mordo

Karl Mordo, also known as Baron Mordo, is a powerful sorcerer and long-time enemy of Doctor Strange. Like Strange, Mordo was trained by the Ancient One in the ways of magic, but he chose to use his powers for evil. Mordo possesses a wide range of magical abilities, including the ability to manipulate energy and create illusions. He is also skilled in hand-to-hand combat and is a formidable adversary.

Hela

Hela’s black power magic is derived from her connection to the realm of Hel, the Norse underworld. It grants her immense power, allowing her to control the dead, summon spirits, and manipulate reality itself. Her powers are fueled by death and destruction, making her one of the most dangerous villains in the Marvel Universe.

In conclusion, Marvel comics and the MCU are filled with characters who use magic as their primary power source. From Doctor Strange, Wanda Maximoff, and Loki to lesser-known characters like Brother Voodoo and Magik, these characters bring a unique and fascinating element to the Marvel Universe. Magic allows for a variety of storytelling possibilities, from alternate dimensions to time travel to even bringing characters back from the dead. The use of magic also adds a sense of mystery and wonder to the Marvel Universe, with its own set of rules and limitations. As the MCU continues to expand and evolve, we can expect to see even more magical characters and stories in the future.

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10 Hilarious Marvel Characters

If you’re a fan of Marvel comics, then you know that the universe is not just about superheroes and their epic battles against villains. It’s also about the humor that is woven into the storylines, characters, and dialogue. From wisecracking heroes to eccentric villains, Marvel has given us some incredibly hilarious characters over the years. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 10 of the funniest Marvel characters that will have you laughing out loud. These characters may not be the most powerful or the most popular, but they will definitely leave a lasting impression with their humor and comedic timing. So, if you’re ready for some comic relief, read on to discover the funniest characters in the Marvel Universe.

Marvel Comics has given us some of the most iconic superheroes and villains of all time, but it has also introduced us to some incredibly hilarious characters. From wisecracking heroes to eccentric villains, Marvel has a knack for bringing the funny. Here are 10 hilarious Marvel characters that will make you laugh out loud.

Deadpool

Deadpool, also known as Wade Wilson, is undoubtedly one of the funniest characters in the Marvel Universe. He’s a mercenary with a twisted sense of humor, and he never takes anything too seriously. His wit and sarcasm make him an incredibly entertaining character to read, and his fourth-wall-breaking abilities only add to his comedic value.

Spider-Man

Spider-Man, aka Peter Parker, is known for his quick quips and one-liners. He’s a classic wise-cracking superhero who uses humor to disarm his enemies and lighten the mood. His relatable personality and funny comebacks make him a fan favorite and a staple of Marvel comics.

Rocket Raccoon

Rocket Raccoon may be small, but his personality is anything but. This foul-mouthed, gun-toting raccoon is always ready with a snarky comment and a clever insult. His sarcasm and wit make him one of the most entertaining members of the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Groot

Groot, Rocket Raccoon’s sidekick, is a tree-like alien who only knows how to say “I am Groot.” Despite his limited vocabulary, Groot manages to be one of the funniest characters in the Marvel Universe. His innocent charm and child-like personality make him endearing, and his comedic timing is spot on.

Ant-Man

Ant-Man, aka Scott Lang, is a superhero who can shrink down to the size of an ant. His ability to change his size is the source of many hilarious moments, as he uses it to sneak around undetected and pull off elaborate heists. His goofball personality and humorous antics make him one of Marvel’s most lovable heroes.

Loki

Loki, the god of mischief, is known for his mischievous personality and his ability to cause chaos wherever he goes. His cunning wit and manipulative ways make him a fascinating character, but it’s his sense of humor that makes him truly unforgettable. Loki’s dry wit and sarcastic comments always bring a smile to readers’ faces.

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Howard the Duck

Howard the Duck is a sarcastic, cigar-smoking anthropomorphic duck who was transported to Earth from his home planet. His dry wit and cynical outlook on life make him one of Marvel’s most unique and entertaining characters. Despite being a duck, Howard manages to be relatable and hilarious.

Squirrel Girl

Squirrel Girl, aka Doreen Green, is a superhero with the ability to communicate with squirrels. Her cheerful personality and quirky sense of humor make her one of the most endearing and funniest characters in the Marvel Universe. She’s known for taking down some of the most powerful villains in the Marvel Universe, often with the help of her squirrel sidekick, Tippy-Toe.

She-Hulk

She-Hulk, aka Jennifer Walters, is a lawyer and superhero who gains incredible strength and durability after receiving a blood transfusion from her cousin, Bruce Banner (aka the Hulk). She-Hulk is known for breaking the fourth wall and addressing readers directly, which adds to her comedic value. Her sassy personality and irreverent humor make her one of Marvel’s most entertaining heroes.

MODOK

MODOK, aka Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing, is a villain with a giant head and a tiny body. He’s one of the funniest Marvel villains, thanks to his ridiculous appearance and his propensity to monologue. MODOK’s delusions of grandeur and over-the-top villainy make him an absurd and hilarious character. His appearance alone is enough to make readers laugh, but his outlandish schemes and bizarre personality cement his status as one of Marvel’s funniest villains.

In conclusion, Marvel Comics has no shortage of hilarious characters. From the wisecracking heroes to the eccentric villains, these characters add a lighthearted touch to the often intense and action-packed world of superhero comics. Whether it’s Deadpool’s twisted humor or Groot’s innocent charm, these characters are sure to make you laugh out loud. So the next time you’re looking for a good laugh, pick up a Marvel comic and enjoy the comedic genius of these unforgettable characters.

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Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Where, Who, Why, and How

In the world of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy subfranchise, Gamora, played by Zoe Saldaña, was presumed dead after being thrown off a cliff on the planet Vormir in Avengers: Infinity War. However, in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, she is back, albeit as an alternate version of herself. The rules of time travel in Avengers: Endgame created an alternate universe where an alternate version of Gamora still exists. This alternate version of Gamora, along with her sister Nebula, was kidnapped by Alternate Thanos and his loyal assassin daughters, and they followed the Avengers back to the main MCU timeline. Main Timeline Nebula killed her alternate self and convinced Alternate Gamora to fight for the good guys. Although Alternate Gamora is alive and well in the main timeline, she declines to join the Guardians as she has never met them or fallen in love with Star-Lord.

Gamora, played by Zoe Saldaña, is a pivotal character in the Guardians of the Galaxy subfranchise, but she was thought to be dead after the events of Avengers: Infinity War. So, how is Gamora alive in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3? Let’s take a look at where she is, who she is, why she is alive, and how she is back.

Who is Gamora in the MCU?

Gamora, the deadliest woman in the galaxy, was introduced in Guardians of the Galaxy in 2014. She was adopted by Thanos after he conquered her planet and killed 50% of its population. Gamora defected from Thanos’ forces and teamed up with the Guardians to keep the Kree general Ronan the Accuser from obtaining the Power Stone. She also encouraged her sister Nebula to defect from Thanos as well.

Where is Gamora in the main MCU timeline?

Technically, Gamora is dead. Thanos abducted her and threw her off a cliff on the planet Vormir, as the sacrifice required to obtain the Soul Stone during the events of Avengers: Infinity War.

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Why is Gamora alive again?

Zoe Saldaña is under contract to play Gamora, and her character is an essential part of the Guardians of the Galaxy subfranchise. But in-universe, the rules of time travel in Avengers: Endgame created an alternate universe where an alternate version of Gamora still exists.

How is Gamora alive in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?

During the time heist in Endgame, Nebula and War Machine traveled back in time to intercept the Power Stone before the Guardians, Kree, or Thanos obtained it. However, they created an alternate universe where an alternate version of Thanos became aware that there was a timeline in which he gathered all the Infinity Stones and snapped half of the universe dead, which caused the Avengers to time-travel to collect the Infinity Stones. After kidnapping the main timeline Nebula, Alternate Thanos and his loyal assassin daughters, Alternate Gamora and Nebula, followed them back to the main MCU timeline. Main Timeline Nebula killed her alternate self and convinced Alternate Gamora to fight for the good guys. After Iron Man sacrificed himself to snap away all of “Thanos’ forces,” Alternate Gamora remained in the main MCU timeline but declined to join up with the Guardians, having never met them or fallen in love with Star-Lord.

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In conclusion, while we don’t know what that means for Alternate Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, we know she is in it.

It will be interesting to see how Alternate Gamora’s storyline unfolds in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Given her unique perspective and experiences, there are endless possibilities for where her character arc could go. Perhaps she will struggle to adapt to the new timeline, or maybe she will become a pivotal player in the battle against the villainous Adam Warlock.

Whatever the case may be, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and the opportunity to see how Alternate Gamora fits into the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe. With the film set to be directed by James Gunn and featuring a star-studded cast, it is sure to be a thrilling and emotional ride for both longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise.