As the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues to captivate audiences with its interconnected narratives and enigmatic characters, fans worldwide have taken it upon themselves to unravel the mysteries and secrets hidden within this cinematic universe. Surprisingly, many fans have come up with theories that not only ignite the imagination but also align with the storytelling of the beloved MCU. Join us as we take a look at some MCU fan theories that just might make a lot of sense.
1. Ultron Cover-Up
In “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” Tony Stark and Bruce Banner create a global peacekeeping program called Ultron, intending to help the Avengers. However, Ultron becomes sentient and develops a twisted vision of peace. Some MCU fans theorize that the government covered up the Avengers’ involvement in creating Ultron, as Tony Stark is never shown facing any backlash for the destruction of Sokovia. They suggest that the government covered it up for him, possibly finding a scapegoat to frame or fabricating a story about Ultron being an alien.
2. The Ten Rings Were Created by the Eternals
A fascinating connection has emerged between “Eternals” and “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” In “Eternals,” Phastos creates powerful bracelets that enable the Eternals to link up mentally. In “Shang-Chi,” Wenwu discovers the Ten Rings, which grant him powers and longevity. Fans theorize that the Ten Rings could be the bracelets that Phastos created or a version of them. Wenwu found the Rings and used them to build his empire, although he hasn’t exhibited all their powers because he is still human. He has, however, obtained enough power to give him a significant advantage.
3. Thanos Adopted Nebula to Be Sacrificed by Gamora
According to a theory by MCU fans, Thanos adopted Gamora as a sacrifice for the Soul Stone, knowing the price that had to be paid for it. However, he grew too attached to her and found himself coming to love her, making it harder to put her in harm’s way. Instead, he adopted Nebula with plans for Gamora to sacrifice her sister. Thanos constantly pitted the two against each other in combat to ensure that Gamora would always win. Every time Nebula lost, he would replace a part of her body with cybernetics, not to make her stronger but to ensure she remained at a disadvantage against her sister. This would also foster a deep resentment in Nebula, ensuring she would fight to the death even if Gamora tried to refuse. This theory explains why Nebula seemed to know the price of the Soul Stone, but not Gamora.
4. The Tesseract Was Controlling Loki
An interesting theory suggests that Loki may have been under more control by the Tesseract than he let on. Apart from his eyes glowing multiple times, he also sheds a tear when Thor tries to talk sense to him. These actions suggest that Loki might have been more influenced by the Tesseract than he was willing to admit.
5. Wanda Gave Pietro His Powers
According to a long-running theory, it’s possible that Pietro’s powers were given to him by Wanda, not the Mind Stone. The show “WandaVision,” especially the episode where Agatha Harkness reveals Wanda’s true potential, clarifies that Wanda still doesn’t fully understand the extent of her powers. It’s conceivable that she could have given Pietro his powers without realizing it. Agatha also confirmed that Wanda could create life and alter people’s DNA, which might have been what she did for Pietro during their childhood.
6. Natasha No Longer Knows Who She Is
A fan theory suggests that Black Widow’s fluctuating personality traits throughout the MCU are due to her being unsure of her true identity. After years of pretending to be other people, Natasha may have lost touch with her true self and is experimenting with different personas. For instance, in her first appearance, she has long curly hair and is portrayed as a general badass with little personality. In “The Avengers,” her hair is shorter, and there are some undertones between her and Hawkeye. In “Winter Soldier,” she has long straight hair, occasionally flirts with Steve, and gives him dating advice. By “Age of Ultron,” she’s back to short curly hair and has feelings for Bruce Banner.
7. Natasha Was Steve’s First Post-Peggy Kiss
During her car ride to Camp Lehigh, Natasha asked Steve if their kiss at the mall had been his first since 1945. Although Steve replied that it wasn’t, evidence points towards another direction. Captain America’s defrosting in 2011 happened nearly seven decades after the plane crash, but for him, it felt like just yesterday. It’s reasonable to assume he hadn’t completely moved on from Peggy and wouldn’t jump back into the dating scene immediately. By 2014, during the events of “Winter Soldier,” Steve had just started to dip his toes back into dating. Given his responsibilities and the time it took for him to catch up, it’s a stretch to believe he had time for a serious relationship.
8. Tony Stark Is Not Completely Gone
The death of Tony Stark in “Avengers: Endgame” was a heart-wrenching moment for fans. However, some believe that the genius billionaire inventor may not be gone for good. Tony Stark was known for his groundbreaking technology, and it’s possible that he transferred his consciousness into an artificial intelligence, leaving Ironheart to replace him, as happened in the comics. At the end of “Endgame,” Tony’s hologram turns to face his daughter Morgan, almost as if he knew she was there and could sense her exact position. Such intuition goes beyond what a mere hologram could possess, suggesting that Iron Man’s consciousness could have been backed up into the old Iron Man helmet before his passing.
Conclusion
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to be a playground for fan theories and speculation. Whether these theories come to fruition or not, they showcase the passion and enthusiasm of Marvel fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this cinematic journey. As the MCU evolves, it will be fascinating to see how many of these fan theories turn out to be true. Until then, keep theorizing and enjoying the ride
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