Attention: Spoilers Ahead! The following contains significant details about Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur 10th Anniversary Special #1.
Moon Girl: The Genius Hero Challenging Reed Richards
While Reed Richards, known as Mister Fantastic, is generally hailed as the smartest superhero in the Marvel Universe, recent developments suggest he may not hold that title alone. The character Moon Girl, whose intelligence is often regarded on par with Richards’, has gained the trust of other Marvel heroes, even convincing them to value her insight over his.
In the upcoming Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur 10th Anniversary Special #1, created by Brandon Montclare, Natacha Bustos, Luis Guerrero, and Travis Lanham, Moon Girl is excitedly requesting notable birthday gifts from various heroes. Among those coveted items are Captain America’s iconic shield, Doctor Strange’s mystical Eye of Agamotto, and Reed Richards’ powerful Ultimate Nullifier.
Describing the Ultimate Nullifier as “the most dangerous object in the known universe,”Reed cautions against giving it to Lunella, noting its catastrophic capabilities, including its ability to defeat Galactus. However, the Thing overrides Reed’s hesitations, demonstrating his confidence in Moon Girl by saying, “Moon Girl knows best.”
The Thing’s Faith in Moon Girl’s Intelligence
Witnessing a Rivalry of Geniuses
Lunella Lafayette, known as Moon Girl, is a remarkable young intellect and a formidable contender among Marvel’s roster of heroes. Together with her companion, Devil Dinosaur, Moon Girl showcases her talents alongside well-established characters, but it’s her exceptional intelligence that truly sets her apart. Notably, her cleverness has outmaneuvered legendary figures, such as when she outsmarted Iron Man during an encounter while casually roller-skating.
The competition between geniuses becomes more evident in Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #47, where Reed is faced with the reality of Lunella potentially outclassing him. In this issue, he encounters the Banner B.O.X., an intellect-measuring device conceived by Bruce Banner. While Reed struggles to impress, Lunella excels, solidifying her position as the more intelligent contender. The time has come for Reed Richards to recognize that Moon Girl’s remarkable intellect surpasses his own.
Redefining the Marvel Genius Hierarchy
Moon Girl Outshines Mister Fantastic
Reed Richards has long been celebrated for his brilliance, crafting numerous inventions throughout Marvel’s history, including, of course, the Ultimate Nullifier. The ongoing discourse about intellect within the superhero realm often includes Iron Man as a contender, but Moon Girl’s intellect stands out as the most formidable rival. When The Thing chooses to trust her with a device of unimaginable threat despite Reed’s objections, it establishes a consensus that among the Fantastic Four, Moon Girl likely deserves the title of the genius hero.
Mark your calendars for the release of Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur 10th Anniversary Special #1, arriving on April 2, 2025, from Marvel Comics!