How Odin Could Have Posed a Threat to a New Phase 4 Hero
Marvel Studios' What If...? season 2 revealed that Odin would have posed a major threat to one of the newest heroes in the MCU, had he survived the events of Thor: Ragnarok. Learn more about Odin's potential role as a formidable villain in the MCU's Phase 4.
The Legacy of Odin in the MCU
Marvel Studios' What If...? season 2 revealed a shocking revelation about Odin's potential role in the MCU's Phase 4. It was hinted that Odin, the King of Asgard and father to Thor and Loki, could have posed a significant threat to a new hero had he survived the events of Thor: Ragnarok.
Anthony Hopkins' Odin in armor with Gungnir in the MCU
Introduced as the benevolent ruler of Asgard, Odin's past revealed a darker side as he led a conquest alongside his daughter Hela to expand Asgard's empire, making him a potentially powerful villain in the MCU.
The demise of Odin in Thor: Ragnarok not only impacted the storyline but also raised questions about the lost potential of a formidable character in the MCU. His absence may have deprived the Avengers of a powerful ally in their battle against Thanos and could have eliminated a significant villain for the MCU's Phase 4.
Odin's Revelation in What If...? Season 2
In What If...? season 2, episode 7, the character of Odin was explored in a new light. Voiced by Jeff Bergman, Odin's younger and less peaceful demeanor hinted at a different side of the character compared to Anthony Hopkins' live-action portrayal.
Odin in armor in What If...? season 2 episode 7
The episode focused on Odin's knowledge about the Ten Rings and his confrontation with Hela and Xu Wenwu, revealing his anger at a human wielding the powerful relics. This revelation suggested that Odin's stance on the Ten Rings could have easily made him a Phase 4 villain in the MCU.
Hela and Xu Wenwu attacking Odin in What If...? season 2 episode 7
The clash between Odin and the characters related to the Ten Rings hinted at a potential conflict that could have involved a new hero in the MCU, setting the stage for an intriguing battle for ownership of the powerful artifacts.
Xu Wenwu with the Ten Rings in What If...? season 2 episode 7
Implications for the MCU's Future
The revelation about Odin's potential stance on the Ten Rings and his clash with Hela and Xu Wenwu in What If...? season 2 raises intriguing possibilities for the future of the MCU.
Hela becoming a hero in What If...? season 2 episode 7
The absence of Odin in the MCU, especially in the context of the Ten Rings, suggests missed opportunities for compelling storylines and conflicts involving new heroes like Shang-Chi. The potential battle for ownership of the Ten Rings could have significantly impacted the trajectory of the MCU's Phase 4.
Xu Wenwu with one of the Ten Rings in What If...? season 2 episode 7
While Odin's demise in Thor: Ragnarok may have eliminated a powerful ally for the Avengers, it also avoided a potential conflict with a new hero, preserving the narrative possibilities for the MCU's upcoming adventures.
