With the return of pre-Marvel characters to the Marvel Cinematic Universe through the multiverse, casting theories for Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars are endless. But what about the younger generation of superheroes introduced by previous films and series? Which superheroes are best placed to carry on the legacy of their elders, the famous Avengers who have captured the hearts of fans for over a decade of MCU? Let's take stock!
Yelena Belova, the new black widow?
Question of legitimacy, Yelena Belova, played by Florence Pugh, has everything of a new Black Widow: courage, generosity, ferocity, a certain sensitivity and a second degree sometimes piquant. Presented as the adopted little sister of Natasha Romanoff, whose adventures she shared in her solo film, she is not yet a recurring character in the MCU. She barely showed up in Hawkeye, the Disney+ series in which she crossed paths with Kate Bishop. However, with the upcoming release of Thunderbolts, the film dedicated to the team of the same name, her role in the Marvel universe will gain in importance. It's a safe bet that with Doomsday, she will definitely take on the role of Avenger.
Love, future wielder of Stormbreaker?
Disowned by Chris Hemsworth, who finds him “stupid”,Thor: Love & Thunder saw a potential heir to the God of Thunder make her appearance in the MCU. She is the daughter of his enemy Gorr, brought back to life by Eternity, a cosmic being. The superhero took her in and raised her as his own flesh, and there is no doubt that he will pass on his passion for fighting and for the protection of the innocent. You will tell us that she is still a little young to be part of the Avengers, but she is nevertheless one, if not the only, logical candidate to be part of the Avengers. the sequel to Thor…
Shuri, protector of Wakanda?
T'Challa, the first MCU character to wear the Black Panther costume, died in the Marvel universe at following the disappearance of its interpreter, Chadwick Boseman, in 2020. Although missed, the superhero is nonetheless a pillar of the Avengers, and his place cannot remain vacant for very long… His sister Shuri, the princess of Wakanda, has the skills to claim this position. Already appearing in Infinity War and Endgame, she has set a precedent within the team. In addition, in Wakanda Forever, she defended her country against Namor, the main antagonist of the film. Although she moved to Haiti after her fight with the Prince of the Seas, his reappearance in Doomsday seems inevitable..
Billy and Tommy Maximoff, the future wizards of the Avengers?
After their introduction in the Disney+ series dedicated to their parents and in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness on Earth-838, Wanda and Vision's “imaginary” sons will undoubtedly be part of the MCU. Starting with Billy, aka Wiccan, who is set to be played by actor Joe Locke. The latter, just 20 years old, appeared in the first trailer for Agatha All Along, and fans have long assumed that his mysterious character is none other than the Scarlet Witch's son. While the future of these two children is uncertain, their recruitment into the Avengers would be a real asset to the team, especially against Doctor Doom, while honoring their parents…
Kate Bishop, a natural born leader?
Kate Bishop is too young to lead the Avengers, but just old enough to lead the Young Avengers, the group of teenage superheroes that we expect to see reunited soon in the MCU. Appearing in the series Hawkeye, alongside the superhero of the same name, she is the best placed of the characters of the new generation to establish the handover with the old one. She is already in contact with Yelena Belova, as well as with Kamala Khan, who recruited her in The Marvels. However, the latter does not have the shoulders strong enough, nor enough maturity, to make decisions within a group of vigilantes. Kate Bishop, on the other hand, has the capacities.
Other superheroes like Ironheart, Miss Marvel, Cassie Lang, Elijah Bradley and Joaquin Torres could be brought to have a place within the Avengers, representing the legacy of their elders… It's up to Marvel to sort them out!