Kang’s Death Sparks Doctor Doom’s Vendetta Against the Avengers in Epic Multiverse Showdown!

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Caution: This article may reveal minor spoilers about Thunderbolts. Fans are speculating on how Doctor Doom could become the primary villain in the MCU’s Multiverse Saga, and one theory, titled Avengers: Doomsday, appears to be the most plausible. Earlier, it seemed that Kang the Conqueror was being set up as the antagonist equivalent to Thanos for the Multiverse Saga, with his variants appearing in different timelines. He Who Remains made an appearance at the end of Loki season 1, and Victor Timely was featured in season 2. Kang the Conqueror served as the main villain in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and the Council of Kangs were hinted at in a mid-credits scene. However, this new theory suggests that Doctor Doom might take over Kang’s role as the main antagonist for the Multiverse Saga.

In a surprising turn of events for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), actor Jonathan Majors was convicted on two misdemeanor charges related to harassment and assault, leading to his departure from the MCU. This sudden change prompted Marvel to rethink their strategy for the Multiverse Saga, resulting in the return of Robert Downey Jr. who will portray Victor Von Doom. Despite the upcoming “Doomsday” premiere next year, there’s limited time left for the MCU to establish him as a significant antagonist. The shift from Kang to Doom might be smoother than anticipated.

Kang Seems To Be Dead Now Following Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania

He Dies In A Final Battle Against Ant-Man

Initially intended as the primary antagonist for the Multiverse Saga, Kang made a single MCU appearance before an unexpected demise. In “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania”, the main villain aimed to escape the Quantum Realm by acquiring Scott Lang’s Pym Particles. Despite advancing his scheme, Kang encountered the resistance of the Freedom Fighters, leading to a fierce showdown with Ant-Man. Eventually, in a climactic confrontation, Kang was diminished and perished at the hands of his own Multiversal Engine Core.

Initially when Quantumania debuted, many viewers held onto hope that Kang might resurface, despite his apparent demise. It seemed implausible that the Marvel Cinematic Universe would introduce and eliminate the anticipated villain of Avengers 5 in a single film, especially one in the primary timeline. However, the circumstances surrounding Majors’ predicament and the subsequent plot shift have likely sealed Kang’s fate for good, ensuring that his death in Quantumania is permanent. Remarkably, the MCU has contrived a scenario where they no longer need to focus on Kang directly, and if needed, they can disregard the Council of Kangs, as it was merely a scene shown during the credits.

Kang’s Death In The MCU Could Be Exactly What Brings Doctor Doom Into Conflict With The Franchise’s Main Heroes

The Death Of A Powerful Individual May Catch Doom’s Attention

In the primary MCU timeline, defeating their Kang could make it seem like a much more formidable time-line than before. Kang was considered a significant menace across all timelines, and if the main MCU timeline can eliminate him, it certainly raises the threat level of Earth-616 significantly. If Earth-616 can defeat the Conqueror Kang on its own, other beings in the universe may be on high alert.

In simpler terms, powerful characters like Doctor Doom may pick up on subtle changes in cosmic power, which is likely the reason the studio is introducing Doctor Doom into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). As rumors spread that Kang the Conqueror has perished, it’s possible that a version of Doctor Doom from another universe could become aware and travel to Earth-616 to explore the situation. The demise of Kang serving as a clue for Doctor Doom provides an easy explanation for the MCU to transition to a new villain, while keeping their narratives connected without making the Multiverse Saga feel fragmented.

The Fantastic Four’s MCU Introduction Would Add Further Reason For Doctor Doom To Face Marvel’s Main Heroes

The Fantastic Four Are Doom’s Notorious Adversaries

Doctor Doom’s arrival in the main MCU timeline might be prompted by Kang’s death, but the latest film, Thunderbolts, offers another reason. In the post-credits scene, the New Avengers detect a crisis in space and receive a distress call from an incoming spacecraft. Remarkably, it turns out to be the Fantastic Four’s ship, providing a compelling setup for the MCU’s next big screen adventure.

In the comics, the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom are long-standing enemies. Therefore, their arrival on Earth-616 will likely serve as a summons for this supervillain. Not only has Earth-616 recently defeated Kang the Conqueror, but they’ve also gained a version of the Fantastic Four that Doom eagerly seeks to confront. Given these circumstances, it seems plausible that Doctor Doom will cross over into the main Marvel Cinematic Universe timeline for “Avengers: Doomsday.

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2025-05-04 15:48