A recent theory surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) indicates that Doctor Doom may pose a grave threat to certain heroes as the storyline progresses towards Avengers: Secret Wars. With the casting of Robert Downey Jr. as Victor von Doom and indications that the character will serve as the primary antagonist in the Multiverse Saga, it is evident that Marvel is taking Doctor Doom’s role seriously. Much like Thanos, fans should brace themselves for the potential demise of key heroes in their battle against him.
In an exciting development, Marvel recently unveiled some of the cast members for the upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday, with Kevin Feige confirming during CinemaCon that additional actors will be announced in due course. Among those confirmed to return is a character that emerges as a likely target for Doctor Doom, setting the stage to bring his infamous Battleworld plans from the comics into the cinematic realm. Furthermore, new insights into one of the MCU’s scheduled movies for 2025 suggest another hero may also play a crucial role leading to God Emperor Doom, as depicted in the comics.
Creating Battleworld: Doctor Doom’s Master Plan in Comics
The MCU’s Path Mirroring Comic Lore
The upcoming Avengers: Secret Wars will draw inspiration from both versions of the original comic event, as confirmed by directors the Russo Brothers. Given the ongoing setup of incursions throughout the Multiverse Saga, it appears the 2015 iteration will serve as the primary inspiration for the film. This is fitting, considering Doctor Doom’s central role in that storyline, a position he will also hold in the MCU, especially with Downey portraying him.
Doom’s Ability to Absorb Powers from Key Characters
Harnessing Powers of Loki or Franklin Richards
Introducing Doctor Doom as the main antagonist in a film packed with heroes presents challenges, as he may not receive the extensive character development that Thanos enjoyed during the Infinity Saga. Therefore, it seems unlikely that Marvel Studios will incorporate the Beyonders into his origin story. Instead, the narrative may focus on other powerful beings from whom Doom could siphon abilities to form Battleworld. The most plausible candidate is a character slated to appear in Avengers: Doomsday.
By the conclusion of his Disney+ series, Tom Hiddleston’s Loki has become the guardian of the multiverse, tasked with safeguarding its various timelines. Should Doctor Doom eliminate Loki in Avengers: Doomsday, he could manipulate the multiverse in preparation for Battleworld following the catastrophic incursions. While Loki is a prime candidate, rumors suggest that Sue Storm, also known as the Invisible Woman, is expecting in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Her son, Franklin Richards, is endowed with the power to alter reality, making him another possible target for Doom in his quest to assemble Battleworld.
Surprising Alternatives for Doctor Doom’s Power Source
Exploring Other Power Dynamics in the Multiverse
Despite her limited role in the MCU’s live-action debut, Hayley Atwell’s Captain Carter may make a return in the future Avengers films. This opens up exciting possibilities for the character, particularly if Marvel chooses to adapt the animated version showcased in the series What If…? In the finale, Captain Carter seemingly perishes after acquiring powers from the Watcher. Yet, in the ever-changing landscape of the MCU, characters presumed dead can return, potentially allowing Doom to pursue her for her godlike abilities, enabling him to become the God Emperor Doom and establish Battleworld.
Given the Watcher’s capacity to traverse the multiverse and affect its events, should Doom succeed in acquiring these powers, he could fundamentally reshape the remnants of the multiverse, setting the stage for a gripping narrative in Avengers: Secret Wars.