Marvel fans have been eagerly speculating about Wanda Maximoff’s Scarlet Witch’s fate ever since Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness left her presumed dead.
Now, the latest issue of Marvel’s TVA comic series may have answered that question though not in the way fans expected.
In a surprising turn, Scarlet Witch is depicted in the third issue of TVA, lying inside a mysterious glass coffin with no explanation. Unlike the buildup fans might have expected for such a major reveal, Wanda’s return was presented with little fanfare, just a haunting visual that has set the internet ablaze with speculation.
Is the TVA Comic Canon to the MCU?
One of the biggest points of confusion surrounding this reveal is whether the TVA comic series is officially canon to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The series has made direct references to MCU continuity, including the appearance of Miss Minutes and Mobius, as well as Spider-Gwen mentioning the events of Loki Season 2.
To add to the intrigue, Pere Perez, one of the artists on the series, has confirmed that the Wanda Maximoff in the latest issue is meant to be the same Scarlet Witch portrayed by Elizabeth Olsen in the MCU. However, Marvel has a history of introducing elements in comics that don’t always translate to the cinematic universe, leaving room for doubt.
Fans React: Is This Really Wanda’s Future?
MCU fans have taken to social media and Reddit to debate whether this means Scarlet Witch will return in future films. Some argue that Marvel is setting up a major comeback for Wanda in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, while others believe this could be yet another misleading comic reference that ultimately won’t matter to the MCU timeline.
On the r/MCUTheories subreddit, one user wrote, “It will be canon until the filmmakers don’t read this and do something else.” Another user noted, “Marvel loves to put easter eggs in comics that never actually get picked up in the movies.”
Could Wanda Return in the MCU?
While this comic reveal provides some insight, the true answer likely lies with Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige. The Multiversal Saga is still unfolding, and with projects like Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, it’s possible Scarlet Witch could make her return in a more official capacity.
For now, fans are left wondering – was Wanda truly dead, or has she been trapped within the TVA all along?
Marvel’s confirmation of Scarlet Witch’s fate has only fueled more speculation rather than providing closure. As the Multiversal Saga continues, all eyes will be on future MCU projects to see if this shocking reveal will translate into a major comeback for Wanda Maximoff.
