The Epic Return of Loki in the MCU Paves the Way for a Mind-Blowing Thor 5 Adventure

Warning: This post contains SPOILERS for Loki season 2

Summary

The post-credits scene in Loki season 2 provides a glimpse of a potential storyline for Thor 5, which involves the adaptation of a significant comic arc. The scene's notable setting in Broxton, Oklahoma holds significance as it served as the location where Asgard was reconstructed following Marvel's Ragnarok and played a significant role in the comics.

The events of Secret Invasion and anti-alien sentiment in the world could potentially contribute to the conflict in Thor 5. The Thunderbolts might also have a role to play in this. Marvel's Loki season 2 kicks off with familiar Marvel Cinematic Universe elements - call-backs, deep cuts, retcons, and a post-credits scene that sets up the future. Of course, there are also Easter Eggs for MCU and comics fans, but it's the first post-credits scene in Loki season 2 that stands out. This scene is particularly noteworthy because it connects to the one MCU story that could make Thor 5 incredibly exciting whenever it is released.

So far, the confirmation of Thor's return to the Marvel movie timeline is still uncertain. However, Thor: Love & Thunder sets the stage for a thrilling new adventure for Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder, making it highly improbable that he will be absent from Avengers 5 and 6. The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has already dropped some significant hints regarding what Thor 5 may entail, such as the introduction of a new antagonist in the form of Hercules. Yet, perhaps the most captivating concept would revolve around the continuation of the storyline involving New Asgard's establishment on Earth, adapting one of the most renowned Thor comic book narratives that had yet to be brought to the screen - Siege. Moreover, in a surprising twist, a post-credits scene in season 2 of Loki has seamlessly integrated a crucial setting from the Siege storyline into the MCU.

Loki Season 2's New Location Ties To Marvel's Siege

The Loki S2 premiere post-credits scene takes us back to Earth in 1982, as Sylvie makes her way to McDonalds in Broxton, Oklahoma. While it may initially appear as a simple location choice, Broxton holds significance in the Marvel comics universe. This small town in Oklahoma was where Asgard was rebuilt following the events of Marvel Comics' Ragnarok. In this story arc, Lady Loki makes her debut as Loki steals Lady Sif's body and traps her consciousness in another woman, all while continuing to torment his adoptive brother. Additionally, Broxton plays a significant role in Marvel's Siege storyline, where Asgard finds itself in a battle against Norman Osborn and the Dark Avengers.

The MCU's relocation of New Asgard from Broxton to Tønsberg in Norway is undeniable, but the connection to Siege remains evident due to Loki's deliberate use of Broxton. While a faithful adaptation of Siege may not be feasible, Marvel Studios has consistently deviated from major Marvel Comics events during their screen adaptations. Therefore, Loki season 2 establishes Broxton as a crucial location, and considering the Nexus events in Loki and Canon Events in Across The Spider-Verse, it holds potential significance across the multiverse.

Expanding on this notion, Broxton could replace the tragic event engineered by Norman Osborn and Loki at Soldier Field in the Siege comics, where Volstagg is wrongly accused of mass murder during a football game. Alternatively, Broxton's importance could be exploited by a villain in Thor 5's Siege to provoke Thor's fury and further turn public opinion against extraterrestrials on Earth, following the hinted shift in perception seen in the conclusion of Secret Invasion.

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Marvel Is Already Setting Up Siege In Several Big Ways

With Thor: Love & Thunder's conclusion hinting at a revenge plot involving Brett Goldstein's Hercules, it seems likely that Siege will serve as the central storyline for Thor 5. As Secret Invasion comes to a close, we witness the inadvertent sanctioning of anti-alien sentiment and vigilanteism by the US government. Naturally, this will have a profound impact on the alien population residing in Norway and the progression of superpowered individuals, including mutants, within the MCU.

Moreover, the notion of Thor's people settling on Earth might not sit well with a portion of the existing population. Despite the Avengers' heroic actions in the Battle of New York, people still harbor apprehensions towards superheroes. Additionally, the potential addition of Sentry, strongly rumored to appear in Thunderbolts, adds complexity, as this character played a pivotal role in the destruction of New Asgard during Siege. The Thunderbolts themselves could even serve as the MCU's Dark Avengers, leading the charge against both the Asgardians and the Avengers. All the pieces are in place, especially with Loki's mention of Broxton adding more dimension. For Thor 5 to come to fruition, it is crucial that these elements coalesce. Don't forget to catch new episodes of Loki season 2, releasing every Thursday on Disney+.

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