Why the New Avengers’ Unique Power Setup is a Game Changer for the MCU!

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Considering the latest changes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) regarding its superhero teams, I’m thrilled that Thunderbolts seems to be establishing a unique dynamic for the New Avengers. Since the MCU began, the Avengers have held a dominant position as the primary superhero team, which makes sense given their initial emphasis in the universe. However, recent events have brought about a shift in this traditional setup, with various other key hero groups getting their own limelight on the big screen while the Avengers have taken a step back.

As a movie enthusiast, I’m eagerly anticipating the grand return of the Avengers in “Avengers: Doomsday,” alongside other intriguing groups that are sure to enrich the narrative. However, it’s clear that these fresh teams, such as the New Avengers, can hold their ground even amidst the occasional turbulence in their interactions with established squads like Captain America’s Avengers.

The tension between them, evident as early as the post-credits scenes of “Thunderbolts,” hints at a complex dynamic that could be further explored. The unique structure of the New Avengers offers a promising potential for continued growth within the MCU beyond “Doomsday.” It’s a storyline I’d love to see unfold!

Thunderbolts* Itself Jokes About The New Avengers Not Having Much In The Way Of Usable Superpowers

In the Marvel movie Thunderbolts, most of the principal characters are either supersoldiers or assassins. This means that their abilities overlap significantly, as they mostly rely on physical combat and weaponry. The film itself acknowledges this redundancy humorously, as early trailers featured a line from Yelena saying, “So, none of us can fly? So what, we all just punch and shoot?”

In Thunderbolts, the main characters are primarily supersoldiers and assassins, which gives them similar skillsets. The movie humorously hints at this redundancy in its trailers with a line from Yelena saying, “So, none of us can fly? So what, we all just punch and shoot?

To put it simply, this concept isn’t without its complications. For instance, Ava Starr, or Ghost, maintains her quantum abilities throughout the film, and we learn that Bob is one of Marvel’s strongest characters with the introduction of Sentry in the MCU. However, Ava can only turn invisible for a brief span of time, significantly restricting her powers, and her limitations become more evident when she is effortlessly defeated by Sentry, just like the rest of the team.

From my perspective as a movie enthusiast, it seems that despite Bob possessing immense powers within him, the finale of Thunderbolts suggests he won’t casually utilize these powers or unleash Sentry except in an extreme emergency. This decision is based on Sentry’s volatile nature and the risk of resurrecting the Void again after the havoc he caused in New York during the 2025 MCU film. Consequently, the team composition leans towards a more earthbound roster of heroes compared to other Marvel Cinematic Universe groups.

The New Avengers Having A More Grounded Team Looks Wise When Compared To The MCU’s Other More Recent Hero Team Updates

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the New Avengers aren‘t the only fresh superhero squad that has appeared in recent times. They stand out from these other teams, though. The Guardians of the Galaxy, as shown in Vol. 3 released in 2023, have a brand-new team composition. Groot and Rocket are the only original members left, while Cosmo, Kraglin, Phyla, and Adam Warlock have joined to replace the rest. Similarly, the introduction of the Eternals in 2021 brought yet another powerful group into the franchise, and the upcoming Ms. Marvel series is expected to introduce the Young Avengers as well.

In contrast to other teams in the MCU boasting diverse powers and characters with formidable abilities, the New Avengers are unique in many aspects. What’s more, their comparatively restrained powers make their narrative even more compelling and distinct because the struggle of these characters to face off against powerhouses like Sentry and the Void forms a significant part of the suspense and excitement in the Thunderbolts storyline.

This factual tidbit adds intrigue to the possibility of the New Avengers interacting with other teams during “Avengers: Doomsday,” a scenario confirmed by the March 2025 cast update for the movie. Since the fifth Avengers film will feature the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men, introducing a more down-to-earth team like the New Avengers could provide a basis for comparison against the super-powered figures such as Professor X. This juxtaposition allows their abilities to appear even more extraordinary in context, while simultaneously demonstrating that the New Avengers can still stand strong, despite having fewer firepower capabilities compared to some of the other teams.

The New Avengers Looking More Grounded In Their Powers Means The MCU Can Mirror The Comics In A Great Way

As a passionate movie critic, I must say that “The New Avengers” presents an exciting opportunity for Marvel’s Cinematic Universe to emulate a cherished aspect of its comic book roots – the ability to introduce various Earth hero teams and Avengers groups tailored to handle threats on diverse scales. These teams can take on storylines that the primary Avengers might not have the time or resources to address, given the franchise’s current grandeur.

Given Marvel’s extensive comics library filled with numerous Avengers factions, this narrative direction could prove to be a captivating evolution in the MCU. It has the potential to keep fans engaged and intrigued for many more adventures to come!

The MCU Avengers movies have become iconic for the franchise, paving the way for the New Avengers to embark on unique adventures that the original team can no longer participate in, thus opening new avenues for the series. This contrast between the traditional hero group and the rebellious antihero team with a similar name becomes even more noticeable. In essence, the New Avengers play a role similar to the Thunderbolts within the MCU, serving as a team that deliberately challenges Marvel’s typical superhero dynamics.

Given that teams such as the West Coast Avengers might not make an appearance on either the big or small screen in the near future (if they do at all within the MCU), the New Avengers presents a unique opportunity for the franchise to envision how this type of territory could unfold for them, and gauge the extent to which they might wish to explore this direction. However, this is contingent upon what the story of ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ has in store for the group, and whether the New Avengers emerge from the Multiverse Saga relatively unharmed.

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2025-05-30 21:48