M.O.D.O.K.’s Weirdest Superpower Yet

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In an unexpected turn of events, one of Marvel’s most peculiar villains, M.O.D.O.K., has risen from being a relatively unknown antagonist to becoming more recognizable in the Marvel Universe. A significant factor contributing to this recognition is M.O.D.O.K.’s distinctive appearance with an oversized head and diminutive limbs. His fame escalated so much that he even headlined his own animated show on Hulu.

M.O.D.O.K., known for battling nearly every Marvel hero conceivable, employing his prodigious intellect and tech weaponry, displayed an unprecedented power in his clash with the All-New Venom. [SPOILER ALERT: Spoilers for All-New Venom #5 ahead.] This fight will leave you squirming due to a power M.O.D.O.K. unleashed.

Issue #5 of the freshly revamped Venom series is penned by Al Ewing, illustrated by Carlos Gomez, colored by Frank D’Armata, and lettered by Clayton Cowles at VC. The main event of the issue centers around the stunning revelation that Mary Jane Watson has become the host for the Venom symbiote. While this shocking twist has dominated the headlines, it’s important not to overlook the ongoing battle between Venom (with Sleeper and Rick Jones as hosts) and M.O.D.O.K. The antagonist, in league with Madame Masque, has been attempting to seize control of A.I.M., but so far, his efforts have proven disastrous.

In this battle, M.O.D.O.K. gains control over Venom and Sleeper by firing an energy blast which renders Sleeper incapacitated. Venom then lashes out, grabbing M.O.D.O.K. with its symbiotic limbs and punching him through both nostrils. In response, M.O.D.O.K. unleashes a massive sneeze which ejects Venom’s hands from his nose, leaving Venom dazed and M.O.D.O.K. in a foul mood.

M.O.D.O.K.’s nostril beams are pretty disgusting

As a cinephile, I’ve always found M.O.D.O.K.’s intellect to be his most dangerous weapon, one he frequently employs to design killing machines. His latest invention, the nauseating nasal beams, aren’t exactly tools he’d need often, even if they weren’t novel. Unfortunately for Venom, his choice of attack was ill-timed and fell right into M.O.D.O.K.’s trap.

For the first time, even for me, I’m projecting telekinetic beams from my nose – it’s uncontrollably itchy,” M.O.D.O.K. remarks.

In simpler terms, M.O.D.O.K. expresses his anger on Venom, Sleeper, and Madame Masque by launching an attack that demolishes a whole building. Venom and Sleeper quickly respond to the situation, attempting to rescue civilians from the collapsing rubble. The only method they discover to halt M.O.D.O.K.’s rampage is by using Sleeper’s symbiote as a weapon. Venom takes command of Sleeper and makes it leap off Rick Jones’ body to assault M.O.D.O.K., causing the villain to lose his sight. Once in control, Sleeper manipulates the organic hardware within M.O.D.O.K.’s brain, effectively shutting down his mental functions.

The Sleeper agent leaves M.O.D.O.K. in a coma-like state for the authorities to find, and also uses his mental abilities to wipe the memories of any witnesses so that they won’t recall the presence of the Sleeper operative.

M.O.D.O.K.’s MCU appearance was short-lived

In the movie “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” M.O.D.O.K., portrayed by Corey Stoll, first appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Previously, Stoll’s character Darren Cross was the primary antagonist in the initial Ant-Man film. The final confrontation in that movie pitted Ant-Man against Cross’ villainous alter ego, Yellowjacket. At the end of the fight, Cross was drawn into the Quantum Realm, explaining his unique physical form. Later, Kang the Conqueror discovered Cross and equipped him with armor to aid in mobility.

Cassie Lang, Ant-Man’s daughter, managed to persuade M.O.D.O.K., causing him to betray Kang. In the end, he willingly gave up his life to assist the heroes in their return journey back home.

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2025-04-03 16:10