Analyzing the Final Marvel What If...? Cameos
The Marvel What If...? series has introduced us to a myriad of alternate universe versions of our favorite characters. In this final analysis, we delve into the last cameos that were not featured in the three seasons of the show, showcasing unique variations of familiar faces. From Spider-Man with six arms to a figure donning Hela's crown, let's explore these intriguing alternate realities.
Table of Contents
- Spider-Man with six arms
- Ghost Rider Shogun
- The Punisher Riri Williams
- Bride Gamora
- Moon Knight: Vampire Hunter
- Thanos the Wolverine
- Iron Man Kingo
- Ms. Marvel Wasp
- Supreme Wizard Maestro
- The Scarlet Witch Howard the Duck
- Hawkeye Dragon
- Silver Surfer Jubilee
- Captain America Skrull
- Howard Stark is having an affair with Cersi
- Deadpool kills the Marvel Universe
- Hela raised Thor's hammer
- Star Lord Shang Chi
- Loki in the Wild West
- Wanda, the Scarlet Witch of Infinity
- Nova
- The figure with Hela's crown
Spider-Man with six arms
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A mutated Spider-Man with six arms often transforms into a monstrous spider. This transformation is well-known from the Neogenic Nightmare story arc in the 1994 animated series, as well as in the comics.
Ghost Rider Shogun
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This Ghost Rider variant rides into battle wielding a flaming katana on a flaming horse. The design suggests it could be a Robbie Reyes variant, but the Spirit of Vengeance can possess any host, making it a versatile character.
The Punisher Riri Williams
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In this alternate reality, Riri Williams, known as Ironheart, takes on the role of the Punisher. Her genius allows her to equip advanced technological weapons, setting her apart from the traditional Punisher. Marvel is set to release an Ironheart TV series filmed a couple of years ago.
Bride Gamora
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Gamora, the warrior from Guardians of the Galaxy, dons a wedding dress and wields her sword, reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill. This variant suggests Gamora seeking revenge on Thanos for a thwarted wedding and the death of her loved ones.
Moon Knight: Vampire Hunter
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This version of Moon Knight, resembling Mahershala Ali, takes on the role of a vampire hunter, akin to Blade. He will appear in the Marvel Zombies animated series, promising an exciting new storyline.
Thanos the Wolverine
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A fascinating mashup of Thanos and Wolverine, this Weapon X variant raises questions about which character's origins and story will dominate. Marvel's love for Wolverine mashups continues to captivate fans.
Iron Man Kingo
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Despite the Eternals being officially dead in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Kingo persists. This variant suggests Kumail Nanjiani's character could take on the role of Iron Man, showcasing his versatility.
Ms. Marvel Wasp
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Kamala Khan, the Inhuman and first mutant of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, dons the Wasp costume, enhancing her abilities with Pym particles.
Supreme Wizard Maestro
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In this universe, the evil old Hulk Maestro gains magical powers, challenging the traditional role of the Supreme Wizard. What if Bruce Banner trained as a magician to control the Hulk?
The Scarlet Witch Howard the Duck
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Howard the Duck gains Scarlet Witch powers in this humorous variant. The third season's episode featuring Howard pulling a Kat Dennings and giving birth to an egg is considered one of the best, highlighting the fun nature of Howard the Duck comics.
Hawkeye Dragon
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Clint Barton transforms into a dragon, possibly through magic, as even his arrow appears enchanted. This variant adds a whimsical twist to the Marvel universe, reminiscent of superhero furries.
Silver Surfer Jubilee
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In this alternate reality, Galactus chooses mutant Jubilee as his herald, the Silver Surfer. This aligns with the new Fantastic Four movie's female Silver Surfer and Marvel's series of similar comics.
Captain America Skrull
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In a world where Secret Invasion was executed differently, Captain America is revealed to be a Skrull, wielding the double shield from Avengers: Infinity War. This image is inspired by the cover of the original Secret Invasion comic book.
Howard Stark is having an affair with Cersi
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In another universe, Howard Stark has an affair with the Eternal Cersi. This intriguing scenario raises questions about the potential consequences, best left to the imagination of the Observer.
Deadpool kills the Marvel Universe
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Armed to the teeth, Deadpool is ready to take on the Marvel universe, echoing the popular comic series where he does just that.
Hela raised Thor's hammer
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In this universe, Hela becomes the ruler of Asgard and wields Thor's hammer. She previously appeared in the VR game What If...? - An Immersive Story, where she stole the Time Stone and teamed up with the Heroes of the Multiverse to stop the Scarlet Witch of Infinity.
Star Lord Shang Chi
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Without a sequel to the Shang-Chi movie, this mashup with Star-Lord offers a fresh take. Given the cosmic origins of the 10 Rings, it's exciting to imagine a version of Guardians of the Galaxy where Shang-Chi was abducted instead of Peter Quill.
Loki in the Wild West
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In the animated series, a variant of Shang-Chi becomes a legend of the Wild West. What if he faced Loki in this setting, adding another layer to the multiverse narrative?
Wanda, the Scarlet Witch of Infinity
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This Scarlet Witch variant from Marvel Studios' What If...? - An Immersive Story tricks Vong and the heroes of the Multiverse to collect the Infinity Stones, aiming to save Vision from death and becoming the powerful Infinity Witch.
Nova
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The last two characters are difficult to distinguish, but the Nova Corps symbol is visible. Rumors of Marvel wanting to create content about Nova have circulated for years, hinting at a future appearance by Richard Ryder or Sam Alexander.
The figure with Hela's crown
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The last figure is hard to identify, but the internet speculates it could be Hela, due to the horns, and Ant-Man's daughter Cassie Lang, due to the purple costume.
That's all, folks! These final cameos from Marvel What If...? showcase the endless possibilities within the multiverse, leaving fans eager for more alternate universe adventures.
