Loki Season 2 Episode 4 Hidden References

The Big Picture

The stakes reach a critical point in Episode 4 of Loki, as Miss Minutes and Ravonna Renslayer set out to regain control of the TVA. This prompts Loki and his allies to intervene and prevent the havoc caused by the Temporal Loom.

The TVA operates in a mind-bending loop devoid of chronological sequence, in contrast to the branching timelines portrayed in Avengers: Endgame. Easter eggs and references in the episode, such as O.B.'s name Ouroboros symbolizing unlimited time, a quote from Jurassic Park by Miss Minutes, and subtle suggestions of the real Kang the Conqueror, provide further complexity to the storyline.

Episode 4 of Loki presents the direst stakes and most brutal consequences thus far in the series. Miss Minutes (Tara Strong) and Ravonna Renslayer (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) are determined to regain control of the TVA. However, their efforts will be in vain if Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Mobius (Owen Wilson), and O.B. (Key Huy Quan) fail to prevent the Temporal Loom from annihilating them all. Fortunately, they now have the assistance of Kang-Variant Victory Timely (Jonathan Majors), thanks to Sylvia (Sophia Di Martino) sparing his life. The concept of time operates differently at the TVA compared to what was depicted in Avengers: Endgame. In Endgame, it was clear that actions in the past merely created new branching timelines, rather than causing paradoxical loop edits to the existing timeline. However, at the TVA, the actions of our heroes and villains unfold in a mind-bending loop with no discernible before or after. Along the way, there are several noteworthy Easter eggs that deserve attention. Here's a roundup of everything you may have missed!

Loki

Loki, known as the God of Mischief, emerges from the shadow of his brother and embarks on a thrilling journey set after the events of "Avengers: Endgame."

Scheduled for release on June 9, 2021, the cast includes Tom Hiddleston, Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Richard E. Grant. It falls under the main genre of superhero.

'Loki' Episode 4 References the Original 'Jurassic Park'

The iconic phrase "Ah, ah, ah! You didn't say the magic word!" uttered by the bumbling annoyance Nedry (played by Wayne Knight) in Jurassic Park still resonates with audiences today, just as it did decades ago. The moment Miss Minutes taunted in a similar manner during this episode of Loki, our thoughts instantly transported back to those memorable words. As everyone's access to the TVA's systems began to fail due to Miss Minutes' infiltration, a recording of the clock apparition started to play. "Ah, ah, ah! Access denied!" playfully teased Miss Minutes, with the visual recording even evoking shades of Jurassic Park.

Ravonna Renslayer and Miss Minutes Allude to the True Kang the Conqueror

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When Miss Minutes offers Ravonna a recording of her time with He Who Remains (before her memory was erased), we witness a rare moment of connection between Ravonna and this Kang-Variant, reminiscent of their authentic Marvel Comics origins where they shared a romantic relationship. It is also revealed that Loki's Ravonna played a pivotal role in leading the multiversal war, ultimately resulting in the TVA's dominance. Furthermore, as the TVA's system undergoes a reboot and Miss Minutes' functionality begins to shut down, she cunningly interjects one final chilling sentence: "You'll never be him." Clearly, a specific variant of Kang, known as the Conqueror, is on his way.

Ouroboros Recognizes the Signifcance of His Name and His Link to Victor Timely

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When we initially encountered O.B., we learned that his full name, Ouroboros, symbolizes the eternal cycle of life, an endless loop of time. This name finds its roots in Greek origins, where both Greek and Ancient Egyptian cultures depicted the ouroboros, a serpent consuming its own tail. When O.B. and Victor Timely finally come face to face and realize that their respective works have inadvertently influenced each other without any discernible origin, O.B. refers to the image of the snake devouring itself. This enigmatic concept appears to perplex even O.B. himself.

'Loki' Episode 4 References the First 'Thor' Solo Film and the First Season of 'Loki'

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Loki and Sylvie engage in a passionate argument. Sylvie is still shocked by the fact that they are helping the TVA, which could potentially bring back the terrifying Kang. In response, Loki recounts the events of Phase One in the MCU. He remembers when his brother Thor was banished to Earth and how Loki initially believed that it was Thor's weakness that led to his transformation into a kinder and more merciful being. However, after all that Loki has experienced, he now understands the importance of mercy, a lesson Sylvie has yet to fully grasp. Although Sylvie spared Victor Timely's life, she still suggests destroying the entire TVA, reminiscent of Loki's previous threat to do the same. However, Loki soon realized that he was powerless within the TVA.

Loki Season 2 can be streamed on Disney+ in the U.S.

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