Get ready for a mind-blowing revelation about one of Marvel's most powerful, yet rarely seen characters! The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is about to unlock a whole new level of power with the introduction of Doctor Victor von Doom, and his companion, the enigmatic Molecule Man.
But here's where it gets controversial... while Doom is an A-list villain, Molecule Man, with his control over molecules, might just outshine even the likes of Magneto and Thanos. Imagine having the power to manipulate the very building blocks of the universe! It's like having a superpower that trumps them all.
Molecule Man's origin story is as fascinating as his powers. He was just an ordinary factory worker until a nuclear accident granted him godlike abilities. Talk about a dramatic transformation! This story arc highlights the contrast between his humble beginnings and the immense danger he poses, so much so that even Uatu the Watcher, who usually stays out of affairs, had to intervene.
Despite his incredible powers, Molecule Man has been a relatively minor character in the Marvel universe. However, his role in the Secret Wars mini-series and later in Jonathan Hickman's Avengers and New Avengers series, showcases his true potential. He becomes a pivotal figure, especially in his battle against the Beyonder, where he is the only one capable of rivaling this godlike entity.
The Secret Wars storyline is a crucial part of Marvel's narrative, and Molecule Man is an integral part of it. His connection to the Beyonder and his unique ability to destroy the multiverse make him a force to be reckoned with. But here's the part most people miss: Molecule Man isn't just a destructive force, he's also a reluctant villain, a character with depth and complexity.
Molecule Man's powers are truly earth-shattering. He can manipulate molecules, which means he can control almost anything in the universe. It's a power that could reshape reality as we know it. And this is where it gets even more intriguing: Doctor Doom, with his savior complex, teams up with Molecule Man to stop the Incursions, which are essentially collisions between Earths that destroy entire universes. Their journey through time and dimensions reveals that Molecule Man is a unique being, a connected consciousness split into multiple bodies across realities.
The multiverse, as depicted in Marvel's stories, is an infinite playground of possibilities. In some worlds, Doom is a hero, while his nemesis, Reed Richards, is the villain. But Molecule Man remains consistent across all universes, created by the Beyonders as a bomb to destroy the multiverse. The idea of dreams being the lives of your other selves, as seen in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, might just have its roots in this concept.
Doom and Molecule Man's mission to stop the Incursions leads them to a dark path. They start killing Molecule Men one by one, recruiting an army of Black Swans from destroyed worlds. This triggers the Incursions, a backup plan for universal destruction. But Doom has a change of heart and collects the Molecule Men, unleashing the Beyonders' bomb on them. The Earth-616 Molecule Man absorbs the Beyonders' power and gives it to Doom, who creates a new Battleworld. When Doom proves unworthy, Molecule Man passes the power to Reed Richards, who rebuilds the multiverse.
Molecule Man's boast in his first appearance, that he's "the most powerful being who ever lived," isn't just an empty threat. His story and powers have proven this time and again. So, will the MCU live up to this legacy and introduce its own Molecule Man? Only time will tell. What do you think? Should the MCU bring Molecule Man to the big screen? Let's discuss in the comments!
