3 Things That Don’t Make Sense About the MCU if Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Isn’t Canon

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As a devoted Marvel enthusiast, it’s been fascinating to witness the evolving narrative of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Initially, I was hopeful that Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. would be an integral part of this expansive storyline. However, despite some direct crossovers, it appears that the events in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. are no longer considered canonical within the MCU.

The omission of these stories has left some gaps and discrepancies within the larger narrative. Without the rich tapestry woven by Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., certain threads in the MCU don’t seem to fit quite as snugly as they once did. It’s a bit like reading a book with chapters that don’t entirely align with the rest, leaving you to fill in some blanks on your own.

The television series known as “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” aired on ABC from 2013 to 2020, spanning seven seasons. In its initial stages, the show featured numerous links to the broader Marvel narrative, with Clark Gregg portraying Phil Coulson, Jaimie Alexander appearing as Lady Sif, William Sadler as President Matthew Ellis, and even Samuel L. Jackson making guest appearances as Nick Fury. However, as it progressed, the series started to veer away from this established direction.

Although later seasons of the series deviate significantly from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there are aspects that enrich and even essentialize its overall narrative. Specifically, here are some points that become significant only if Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. remains consistent with the larger storyline.

3) Where Did That Helicarrier Come From?

Towards the conclusion of “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” Nick Fury suddenly appears in Sokovia, offering assistance to the Avengers team as they strive to rescue civilians from the destructive robot army. While his timely arrival certainly adds excitement to the movie, it leaves one puzzling about how he managed to get there so quickly if not directly connected to their actions or events within the film.

The scenario presented by Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. offers some clarification: After the collapse of S.H.I.E.L.D. in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, it turns out that Phil Coulson, who was thought to have perished in The Avengers, instead rebuilt the organization with himself as director. One clandestine project he initiated was “Theta Protocol,” a strategic plan aimed at restoring a helicarrier and making it available whenever Nick Fury requires it.

With that crucial piece of information missing, it appears that Fury had been storing a helicarrier filled with SHIELD agents in some sort of garage or storage facility, even though SHIELD is no longer operational. While this possibility can’t be entirely dismissed, we find it more plausible to accept an alternative explanation.

2) Why Is Hydra’s Emblem an Octopus?

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but marvel at the intricate way the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) introduces Hydra. In the thrilling tale of Captain America: The First Avenger, we first encounter this enigmatic organization posing as Germany’s research division during World War II. What sets them apart is their chilling self-proclaimed resilience, expressed in a chilling motto that goes something like, “Cut off one head, two more shall rise.” It’s a rather eerie yet captivating statement that truly showcases the relentless nature of Hydra.

Given that the organization is named “Hydra” and its motto references the Greek mythological beast, it seems strange that their insignia, flags, and banners feature an octopus instead. If you’re only familiar with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this inconsistency might puzzle you endlessly.

The TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. sheds light on the complete chronology of Hydra. It’s astonishing to learn that this organization has existed for thousands of years and serves a deity named Hive, who resembles the mythical creature Cthulhu and is an Inhuman. The aim of Hydra is to bring Hive back to Earth from his banishment on the distant world Maveth. It’s speculated that they adopted their symbol from a statue found there, as well as perhaps, Hive’s unique head appendages.

1) Why Didn’t the Kree Invade Earth?

The final scene of Captain Marvel shows Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) triumphantly defeating a fleet of Kree ships, forcing Ronan the Accuser (Lee Pace) to withdraw temporarily. In typical villainous style, Ronan vows to return, but in the end, he never does.

For approximately two decades following that particular event and up until Ronan’s demise in “Guardians of the Galaxy”, it appears that the Kree have not revisited Earth. Given their propensity for conquest, one would expect them to return to this planet at some point, but they apparently did not.

The TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. provides an explanation for this, as it’s revealed that the Kree have a long connection with Earth. They even engineered super-soldiers from humanity centuries ago, which later became known as Inhumans. Due to their successful experiment, these Inhumans forced the Kree off the planet. Unless the planet blows up (as shown in a potential future scenario) or they decide to return, it’s unlikely we’ll see them back on Earth again.

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2025-09-05 00:11