Marvel fans, buckle up! The much-anticipated post-credits scene of VisionQuest has dropped a major bombshell - the return of one of the MCU's most cherished characters, Scarlet Witch, in the forthcoming Avengers films. This revelation comes with a twist; it appears she will be under the control of Doctor Doom. The sneaky teaser, kept hidden from press screeners, hints at the plot for Avengers: Doomsday and/or Secret Wars. In the scene, Doctor Doom lifts rubble off Scarlet Witch, hinting at her revival with his chilling words, "Scarlet Witch, awaken. Your power will be mine."
The fate of Scarlet Witch has remained a mystery since her apparent demise in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness four years ago. This sudden development promises to unravel her future role in the Avengers universe. The storyline for Avengers: Doomsday is still shrouded in mystery, but it's clear that Doom is orchestrating something catastrophic with universes colliding as a result of "incursions." The motives behind his actions remain a secret, but they are gradually unfolding.
The recent Avengers: Endgame re-release saw Doctor Doom abducting the Hulk following Spider-Man: Brand New Day events. He also attempted to contact young Franklin Richards at the end of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, though his success is uncertain. It's possible that he may have recruited the powerful child into a sinister army being built by Doom for an anti-Avengers roster. The extent of Doom's legion remains unknown, but it's clear that he's amassing an incredibly dangerous level of power, posing a significant threat to the Avengers.
With Doctor Doom creating an evil roster, Marvel may have found a formidable adversary capable of surpassing Thanos. Avengers: Doomsday is set to release next month, shedding more light on this intriguing plot. However, the story doesn't end there. Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled for December 2023, though filming has yet to begin, suggesting a possible delay to 2028. Regardless, it seems Scarlet Witch will feature prominently in at least one of these projects, if not both.
Cade Onder, a freelancer for IGN's news team, first reported this exciting development. He covers all things entertainment, including gaming, film, and more. You can find him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.