Demise and Destiny: Loki Season 2 Episode 4 - Who Met Their End and Who Is Bound to Perish?

WARNING: This article contains SPOILERS for Loki season 2, episode 4.

Summary

Loki season 2, episode 4 ends with a gripping cliffhanger, leaving the fate of the entire cast uncertain and raising the possibility of permanent fatalities. In this episode, Victor Timely meets his demise as he bravely tries to repair the Temporal Loom, only to be disintegrated by the intense radiation of the time stream.

The uncertain destiny of the characters suggests that they will probably make a comeback in the future episodes, potentially through different timelines and storylines.

Following the gripping and suspenseful conclusion of episode 4 of Loki season 2, the entire cast's fate hangs in the balance. However, here's a breakdown of who has perished and who is expected to reappear in the upcoming episode of the Marvel Cinematic Universe series. Throughout the second season, Loki, Mobius, and their comrades at the TVA have been striving to repair the overloaded Temporal Loom, which has been plagued by an abundance of branches resulting from Sylvie's elimination of He Who Remains and the subsequent multiverse chaos. This climactic situation comes to a climax in episode 4 as the team endeavors to adjust the loom with the aid of Victor Timely's Temporal Aura.

The video tag is not supported by your browser. Despite the initial plan, the fate of the characters in the cast of Loki season 2 is left uncertain with the intriguing ending of the episode. The exact events that occurred to Loki, Mobius, Sylvie, OB, Hunter-B15, Casey, and others at the TVA remain unclear. However, it appears that OB's foreboding warning of their impending death has indeed come true. Nevertheless, with two episodes remaining in Loki season 2, it is possible that while some characters may have truly perished, many could make a comeback. Let's explore which characters died and who may potentially return in episode 4 of Loki season 2.

General Dox And Her Team Are Killed By Renslayer - And Likely Won't Return

Victor Timely Dies In The Temporal Loom - And He Might Not Return

In the middle of the episode, Renslayer makes her way back to the TVA and proposes a deal to General Dox. She offers to help them seize control of the TVA in exchange for granting anyone from their group who desires it a life on the timeline. While X-5, also known as Brad, accepts Renslayer's offer, Dox and the others decline. Consequently, Renslayer utilizes the same machine Loki used to torture Brad in episode 2 to kill them. Considering that their deaths occur prior to the explosion of the Temporal Loom and Dox was a minor character introduced in Loki season 2, it is unlikely that she and her team will make a comeback. However, given the existence of the multiverse, there remains the possibility that their variations might appear.

At the conclusion of the episode, Victor Timely bravely takes on the responsibility of repairing the Temporal Loom. However, upon entering the chamber where the loom resides, he is tragically struck down by a tremendous surge of temporal radiation emanating from the time stream. His form disintegrates before our eyes, reminiscent of the fate previously warned about by OB in the first episode of Loki season 2. Rather than his skin being peeled off, his transformation appears more akin to that of spaghetti. Regardless, it is undeniable that Victor Timely meets his demise.

Will Victor Timely Return In Loki Season 2?

Loki

Release Date: June 11, 2021

Cast: Tom Hiddleston, Richard E. Grant, Erika Coleman, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Owen Wilson, Wunmi Mosaku, Sasha Lane

Genres: Adventure, Action, Fantasy, Superhero

Seasons: 2

Streaming Service: Disney+

Franchise(s): Marvel Cinematic Universe

The return of Victor Timely in Loki season 2 remains uncertain, as it is unclear if he will appear in episode 5 or the finale, episode 6. However, his death may be irreversible since he perished before the explosion that potentially claimed the other characters' lives. It remains uncertain if Victor can be revived or restored in any manner. In one of the early Loki season 2 trailers, Loki undergoes a transformation similar to Victor, suggesting that his fate may not be as final as it seems.

However,

Loki Season 2, Episode 4's Ending Kills Everyone - But They Won't Stay Dead

, that particular scene depicted in the trailers has yet to be revealed in season 2 of Loki. This could imply that the character dying in that scene is a variant of Loki from another timeline, which suggests that Victor is indeed deceased. Alternatively, it may be a foreshadowing of Loki's demise before the conclusion of season 2. Despite these possibilities, it is still conceivable that another variant of Kang could make an appearance, even if Victor Timely does not return in Loki season 2. The identity of this variant, whether it be He Who Remains, a member of the Council of Kangs, or someone entirely different, remains to be discovered.

Following the dreadful Temporal Loom explosion, a catastrophic event unfolded, affecting everyone present. If OB's foresight proves accurate, it implies that not only did all individuals within the room perish, but so did the entire TVA population. Nevertheless, it appears plausible to anticipate the eventual return of most, if not all, of these individuals. Compelling evidence can be derived from the Loki season 2 trailers, showcasing various characters who have yet to make an appearance in episodes 1-4. As a result, their presence in future episodes is almost certain. Among those featured in the trailers are Loki, Hunter B-15, and Casey. However, it is highly likely that Mobius, Sylvie, and OB will also make a comeback. Although the trailers could potentially employ some deceptive tactics, it is highly improbable for Loki to exterminate its entire ensemble with two episodes still remaining.

How Loki Season 2's Cast May Return

The question arises on how Loki will manage to bring back the characters. The trailer features a scene where Hunter B-15 is portrayed as a doctor, suggesting that the explosion of the loom could potentially scatter everyone across different points in the timeline. This could lead them back to various branches or even to the moment they were taken from their timelines to serve the TVA. This aligns with one of the season's themes, as members of the TVA come to terms with the fact that they are variants, each with their own place on the timeline. Witnessing the characters confronted with the possibilities of their alternate lives would undoubtedly be an intriguing development.

Marvel may explore alternate methods to reunite the cast, but it remains probable that the majority of the main cast will reprise their roles in episode 5. However, their presence may not be simultaneous. The identity of the individuals who survived the cliffhanger ending in episode 4 of Loki season 2, as well as the manner of their return, will only be unveiled in the upcoming week. Mark your calendars as Loki season 2, episode 5 will premiere on Thursday, November 2 at 9pm ET/6pm PT, exclusively on Disney+.