10 MCU Heroes Who’d Crush Mysterio Instantly

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In the thrilling sequel, Spider-Man: Far From Home, I, Tom Holland’s Peter Parker, found myself grappling with a heart-wrenching predicament that forever altered my life’s course. Fresh from the aftermath of Avengers: Endgame, I encountered Quentin Beck, alias Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal), a formidable adversary who mastered the art of deception and illusion. Employing sophisticated Stark tech, Beck orchestrated worldwide perils, tricked me into surrendering the potent E.D.I.T.H. system, and ultimately exposed Spider-Man’s secret identity to the public eye – a disastrous move that paved the way for the multiverse mayhem depicted in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Although I eventually bested Mysterio, his triumph proved decisive. One can’t help but wonder how things might have unfolded if other heroes had been present.

In Mysterio’s battles against Peter, his tech-driven deceit worked remarkably well. However, several other Marvel Universe characters possess powers that could effortlessly pierce through his ruse. Here are our top picks for MCU heroes who would swiftly dismantle Mysterio so quickly that there wouldn’t be much of a movie left to watch.

Mysterio’s technological illusions proved effective against Peter, but numerous other superheroes possess abilities capable of exposing the truth immediately. Here are our favorite MCU heroes who could dismantle Mysterio so rapidly that there wouldn’t be much movie left to enjoy.

Daredevil

Matt Murdock, also known as Daredevil (played by Charlie Cox), is a fearless hero who relies heavily on heightened senses instead of sight, since he was blinded as a child. His extraordinary abilities include exceptional hearing, smell, touch, and an extraordinary radar sense. Visual illusions, no matter how advanced, hold no significance for him. For instance, Daredevil could detect the specific whirr of drone projectors, identify the chemicals used, feel the vibrations from concealed technology, and possibly even perceive Beck’s anxious heartbeat amidst the chaos. This allows Daredevil to locate the source of the illusions, enabling him to focus on the genuine threat and ignore the manufactured spectacle entirely.

The Real Nick Fury

In Spider-Man: Far From Home, the Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) that Peter met was actually Talos, a Skrull disguised as Fury, played by Ben Mendelsohn. This deception suited Mysterio’s (Beck) purposes. If the true Nick Fury had been there, he, being an expert spy with a reputation for suspicion and years of experience, wouldn’t have been so easily deceived. The real Fury would have immediately started an investigation into Beck, given his background as a disgruntled holographic specialist from Stark Industries. This would have exposed Mysterio’s scheme before the E.D.I.T.H. system was compromised.

Tony Stark

Absolutely! If we consider a hypothetical scenario after Endgame, it’s worth noting that Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) would have an immediate upper hand against Mysterio. This is because Beck’s entire operation relied on Stark Industries technology, from the illusions and drones to the E.D.I.T.H. system itself. Beck assumed that no one else knew the tech well enough to counter him, but he underestimated its creator severely. Tony would instantly recognize his own work, and given that he designed E.D.I.T.H., it’s likely he built in overrides. A simple voice command could potentially deactivate the entire drone fleet, expose Beck, and swiftly end the threat with technical ease.

Doctor Strange

In a nutshell, while Mysterio relies on technology for his illusions, Doctor Strange (played by Benedict Cumberbatch) deals with much more intricate deceptions that originate from mystical and interdimensional realms. As the Sorcerer Supreme, Strange can perceive reality beyond what’s physical, making Mysterio’s drones and holograms look quite simple in comparison. He possesses mystical senses to detect energy signatures of drones or reveal the artificial nature of projections. Moreover, he can use magic to create a reflection of another dimension (Mirror Dimension) to trap Mysterio and separate him from his technology, making conventional trickery powerless against him.

Savage Hulk

Hulk would smash. ‘Nuff said.

Druig

With his immense psychic abilities as an Eternal, Druig (Barry Keoghan) can commandingly control the thoughts of large groups of humans all at once. In a confrontation with Quentin Beck and his technical team, Druig’s mental domination presents a quick fix. He wouldn’t need to deploy drones or create illusions. Instead, just a concentrated thought could make Beck and his entire crew shut down their devices, expose their strategies, and surrender peacefully – thus, eliminating the threat swiftly and efficiently without any mess.

The Scarlet Witch

As a devoted cinephile, I’ve been captivated by the enigmatic character of Wanda Maximoff, portrayed brilliantly by Elizabeth Olsen. Unlike other characters, Wanda isn’t just gifted with illusion-perceiving abilities; she wields the extraordinary power of Chaos Magic. This unique gift grants her the ability to reshape reality itself, not only perceiving illusions but also rewriting them or even negating them entirely.

In the face of Mysterio’s drones and projections, Wanda has the astounding capacity to alter the reality surrounding his technology. This could lead to his devices malfunctioning, dissolving, or transforming into innocuous objects. Her power operates on a primal level that Quentin Beck’s technology fails to combat, making it a breeze for her to dismantle his constructed scenarios with seeming ease.

Quake

Drawing Daisy Johnson, alias Quake (Chloe Bennet), out from the expansive Marvel canvas combines her espionage skills with her Inhuman abilities. Her knack for creating precise vibrations can render Mysterio’s drones harmless or knock them off course. As a veteran S.H.I.E.L.D. agent adept at detecting deceit and possibly equipped with tech support like FitzSimmons, Quake’s unique combination of strategic acumen and raw power provides a straight-up challenge to Mysterio’s tactics.

Drax

Drax the Destroyer’s, played by Dave Bautista, most impressive power lies in his knack for blending seamlessly with his surroundings when he remains motionless. While Mysterio used intricate illusions to hassle Spider-Man, Drax could easily utilize his signature move near Beck’s command center, effectively vanishing from view (even while snacking on Zargnuts). At just the right instant, the unseen Drax could surprise attack Beck, incapacitate him physically, or damage vital equipment, bringing an end to the charade before Mysterio had any clue what had transpired (and yes, this is a humorous scenario, but Drax would cause destruction nonetheless).

Professor X

Presenting Professor Charles Xavier (played by Patrick Stewart), a telepath from the realm of the X-Men, negates Mysterio’s entire plan. As Professor X can read minds, any illusions or manipulations are instantly bypassed. This ability gives him direct access to the thoughts of the manipulator, Quentin Beck in this case. With a simple focus, Xavier could expose Beck’s schemes, including his use of Stark technology, the E.D.I.T.H. plot, and his underlying motivations. Furthermore, Professor Xavier could subtly warn Peter or even influence Beck’s team to surrender without them even realizing it.

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2025-04-17 18:40