The Shocking Twist in Thor's Post-Endgame Journey Exposes Nick Fury's Unthinkable Betrayal

Nick Fury's failure in Secret Invasion to secure a new home for the Skrulls brings up significant questions raised by Thor's MCU storyline about their inability to remain on Earth. Initially introduced in Captain Marvel as desperate refugees, the shape-shifting Skrulls sought refuge after the destruction of their home planet by the Kree. Despite promises made by Nick Fury and Carol Danvers in Captain Marvel, Secret Invasion's recent events, taking place three decades later, reveal their failure to honor their commitment.

The second episode of Secret Invasion, titled "Promises," uncovers a startling revelation that the number of Skrulls living on Earth greatly surpasses previous estimates. Instead of a mere handful, there are actually one million Skrull refugees who have seamlessly integrated themselves into human society. This revelation underscores the urgency of finding a new home for the Skrulls, especially considering the threat posed by Gravik and the Skrull rebellion, who aim to claim Earth as their own. Despite Nick Fury's insistence that such a large number of Skrulls cannot coexist with humans indefinitely, previous MCU ventures have demonstrated humans cohabiting with another significant alien race, though similar understanding may not be extended to the Skrulls.

Thor's New Asgard Makes Secret Invasion's Skrull Story Problematic

Avengers: Endgame and Thor: Love & Thunder delved into the MCU's New Asgard, a reimagined village in Norway where Asgardian refugees forged a fresh start after the devastation of Asgard in Thor: Ragnarok. While New Asgard maintained simplicity in Endgame, Love & Thunder unveiled a transformed version that had become a prominent tourist attraction, demonstrating human acceptance of the Asgardians. This integration was further exemplified in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, with the inclusion of Runa, a shape-shifting Light Elf from New Asgard, showcasing the extent to which alien beings had been embraced by human society. However, this acceptance poses a challenge for Secret Invasion as the Skrulls have been overlooked.

Why Earth's Rejection Of Skrulls And Not Asgardians Could Make Sense

The Skrulls' inability to secure a permanent home on Earth, unlike species like the Asgardians, can be attributed to their distinctive physical appearance. While Skrulls possess the remarkable ability to transform into any living creature, they likely prefer to inhabit their true forms, leading to potential conflicts with certain factions of humanity. This parallel to real-life refugee experiences underscores the intricate racial dynamics that lie at the heart of the Secret Invasion narrative.

Asgardians possess unique physiology that differs from humans. However, they share similar physical traits and features, allowing for easier integration into society, especially with the help of Thor's esteemed hero status on Earth. On the other hand, Skrulls face significant challenges in their true form, making assimilation more difficult. Episode 2 of Secret Invasion showcased a remarkable and impactful conversation between Nick Fury and James "Rhodey" Rhodes. They discussed their respective struggles and the battles they fought to earn their positions, which resonates deeply with the Skrulls' narrative in Secret Invasion. Unfortunately, this important aspect appears to have been overlooked in Phase 5 of the MCU.