In the Infinity Saga, the most crucial elements were the Infinity Stones. Thanos needed these Stones to bring balance to the universe. Now, Doctor Doom seeks something similar to gain control over the Multiverse. But why is Spider-Man on his list? In the Infinity Saga, the Infinity Stones were the key pieces. When fans realized the potential of these Stones, the excitement around Marvel doubled. Similarly, in the Multiverse Saga, Marvel has placed some key pieces in specific positions, but full details about them are yet to be revealed. America Chavez’s uniqueness in the entire Multiverse, Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings, and Kamala’s Bangles are intriguing in themselves and play important roles in Avengers: Doomsday. Alongside them, Gorr’s daughter Love and Spider-Man’s involvement have also surfaced.
The Infinity Stones were powerful and mysterious artifacts, known fully only to a select few. Many mysteries about the Infinity Stones remain unresolved, adding to their intrigue. For instance, have you ever noticed how the Tesseract behaved differently with different people? Let’s examine these new key pieces one by one and see how they might prove useful for Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday.
Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings
First, let’s discuss Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings. The mystery of these Rings is still not fully understood. We only know that Shang-Chi’s father, Wenwu, had these Rings for a very long time, which made him nearly immortal. What is even more interesting is that the Rings responded to Wenwu; he was connected to them. Shang-Chi and his mother were able to control the Rings to some extent while fighting Wenwu, but the Rings truly belonged to Shang-Chi only when Wenwu handed them over. The origin of these Rings remains a mystery.
In the mid-credit scene of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Wong reveals that when Shang-Chi used the Rings, their energy was felt at Kamar-Taj. Bruce Banner and Captain Marvel noted that the Rings glowed like a beacon, as if sending a message to someone. According to concept art from the movie, the Ten Rings originated from an alien meteorite. Wenwu acquired these Rings by sneaking into the palace’s treasure room during the Qingming Festival, originally seeking the Vial of Tomb.
How will the Ten Rings compare to the Infinity Stones? There is no doubt that the Ten Rings are powerful artifacts. Like the Infinity Stones, they are shrouded in mystery—even the user doesn’t know everything about them. Wenwu used them to battle entire armies, and Shang-Chi used them to defeat the Dweller in Darkness. The Ten Rings shown in the movie differ significantly from the comics, where they were similar to the Infinity Stones. In the comics, the Rings were made from Makluan technology, containing the souls of powerful cosmic warriors. However, in the movies, the Rings have been completely reimagined. Unlike in the comics, where each Ring glowed differently, the movie versions do not distinguish between them visually. The secret of their importance in the Multiverse Saga is likely hidden in their origin.
America Chavez
Now let’s talk about America Chavez. She is a truly unique superhero, making her vital for the Multiverse. Imagine a character who is the only one of her kind in the entire Multiverse, capable of traveling anywhere and taking anyone along. In my opinion, America Chavez deserves her own series to explore her Multiverse powers, ultimately reuniting with her lost parents. Nonetheless, it’s clear that if Doctor Doom wants to rule the Multiverse, he would need someone like America to navigate different realities.
In the comics, Doctor Strange can travel between realities, and Doctor Doom joins him to investigate the cause of incursions. However, if Doctor Strange is unavailable, Doctor Doom would need America Chavez’s ability to traverse the Multiverse.
Kamala’s Bangles
Next, let’s look at Kamala’s Bangles. If you’ve seen The Marvels, you know these are Quantum Bands. The Marvels revolves around these Bands, highlighting their importance. The movie explains that Quantum Bands are cosmic artifacts connected to the universe’s history, used to create jump points—the portal-like shapes that the Guardians and other space travelers use to traverse space. These Bangles, made by the Kree, allow travel to other dimensions. The Clandestines planned to use them to enter the Noor Dimension, and Kamala experienced a glimpse of another dimension when she first wore them. Additionally, Monica Rambeau charged the Bands with Captain Marvel’s power to repair the Universal Neural Transportation Network, which led her to another universe where she met the X-Men.
I believe that Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings and the Quantum Bands have a connection. A Quantum Band was found in the Ten Rings’ temple, and the color of Shang-Chi’s Rings initially glowed blue, but when they came to Shang-Chi, they glowed golden yellow. Similarly, when Dar-Benn used the Quantum Bands, they glowed blue-purple, but as soon as both Bands were in Kamala’s possession, they glowed golden. This suggests a connection between the origins of the Quantum Bands and the Rings. These Bands have already facilitated Kamala’s time travel and Monica’s dimension travel, making them obvious targets for Doom.
Gorr’s Daughter Love
Now, let’s discuss Gorr’s daughter, Love. This part is a bit complex. Gorr’s transformation into the God Butcher stemmed from the death of his daughter, which led him to Eternity. Eternity granted Gorr’s wish by bringing his daughter back. This event makes Gorr’s daughter special. Notably, when Love returns, her reflection in the water resembles Eternity, implying that Love carries the essence of Eternity.
Eternity is one of the four beings that emerged at the dawn of time, representing the entirety of life and existence. Eternity’s essence grants Love cosmic energy manipulation powers. Eternity’s influence can shift the balance of cosmic power, making Love potentially important for the Multiverse.
Spider-Man’s Role
Finally, let’s talk about Spider-Man. This is quite surprising. So far, all the beings and artifacts we’ve discussed have a cosmic nature, but Spider-Man does not. While there is a Cosmic Spider-Man, the core Spider-Man is a human who gained his powers from a radioactive spider bite. However, one fact stands out: Spider-Man exists in every universe in various forms. For example, Across the Spider-Verse showcases Spider-Men from many universes.
There have been rumors about Sony and Marvel negotiating to make Spider-Man 4 a Multiverse movie, and it’s said that there will be changes in the story of Beyond the Spider-Verse. Could Spider-Man be the anchor being of the MCU? It appears that Doom wants to explore different universes to prevent incursions. Behind the scenes, Spider-Man might be transitioning from a typical superhero to a cosmic-level character. However, more projects will need to unfold for this to become clear.
This concludes our look at the key pieces of the Multiverse and their roles in Avengers: Doomsday. These elements suggest that Marvel is setting the stage for a thrilling new chapter in the MCU, with Doctor Doom poised to be a formidable threat across realities. Keep an eye on future updates as more details emerge!