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Robert Downey Jr. Replaces Kang as Doctor Doom in MCU

Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has resolved the fate of Kang the Conqueror for the remainder of The Multiverse Saga. As Marvel Studios moves closer to their upcoming Avengers films, they’ve had to address the situation regarding Jonathan Majors, who was initially cast as Kang but was dismissed following a guilty verdict in his trial.

During Marvel Studios’ Hall H presentation at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, speculation was high about Kang’s future in the MCU. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige announced that Robert Downey Jr. would be stepping in to play Doctor Doom, rather than reprising his role as Iron Man. This decision means Doctor Doom, not Kang, will be the central antagonist in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, effectively ending Kang’s storyline in the MCU.

The reaction to Downey Jr.’s return to the MCU as a new character has been mixed, but the idea of him portraying Doctor Doom is intriguing. Unlike Kang, who has appeared in several Multiverse Saga projects but failed to connect with audiences as strongly as Thanos did during The Infinity Saga, Doctor Doom, especially portrayed by Downey Jr., could provide a deeper emotional impact. The prospect of the Avengers facing a villain resembling Tony Stark, who sacrificed himself in Avengers: Endgame, adds a compelling layer of drama. This could be particularly poignant if characters close to Stark, such as Thor, War Machine, or Spider-Man, are involved in the storyline, potentially making Avengers: Doomsday a deeply tragic narrative.

As the MCU heads toward a reported soft reboot with Avengers: Secret Wars, having Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom as the ultimate antagonist of this era seems fitting. There are numerous possibilities for this character, given his extensive lore in Marvel Comics. Fans can look forward to more updates on this plotline as Marvel Studios continues to develop their future projects.

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PSYLOCKE: A New Solo Series Unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con

Just now at the Marvel Comics: X-Men: From the Ashes Panel at San Diego Comic-Con, Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski, Executive Editor Tom Brevoort, and various X-Men creators shared exciting news about the future of X-Men comics. One major highlight was the announcement of an all-new solo ongoing series: PSYLOCKE!

Launching in November, PSYLOCKE will be penned by Alyssa Wong, acclaimed for their work on STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA and DEADPOOL, with artwork by rising star Vincenzo Carratù, known for his dynamic illustrations in DRACULA: BLOOD HUNT.

The PSYLOCKE series will be tied to the current status quo established in Jed Mackay and Ryan Stegman’s X-MEN #1, where Psylocke supports Cyclops’ team of X-Men based in Alaska. However, there are missions too sensitive for the team, requiring Psylocke to rely on the darker aspects of her past.

After adopting the mantle of Psylocke, Kwannon became a standout character in titles like HELLIONS and UNCANNY AVENGERS. Now, the telepathic and telekinetic ninja will star in her own series! Her new adventures will feature her lover Greycrow, delve into her harsh training with the Hand, and introduce a new villain called the Taxonomist.

Trained to be an assassin from birth, Kwannon chose the path of an X-Man. But some tasks are too grim for the X-Men, and some journeys must be taken alone.

When a mission turns brutal, Psylocke unleashes her deadly skills to protect mutants. Springing from the pages of X-MEN, join Psylocke as she navigates the darker corners of the Marvel Universe, carving out her own space in a world that prefers to see her controlled.

“Everything in her history points her to the path of a villain,” Wong explained. “Her background is filled with tragedy—so why does she choose to be a hero?”

“This is a dark, emotional character story,” Wong continued. “But it will also be a lot of fun. I’m excited to delve into something super dark.”

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