Summary:
- Deadpool & Wolverine’s update hints at Wolverine’s MCU debut as he teams up with Deadpool to face a common enemy, sparking speculation on the antagonist’s identity.
- The trailer suggests Cassandra Nova or the TVA could be involved, setting the stage for an exciting multiverse clash.
Fans have been speculating hard over how exactly Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine will meld into the MCU since the last development of Logan. Heavy speculation has been about where this version of Wolverine comes from, either from Fox’s unstable multiverse of X-Men or through the MCU’s own multiverse of madness.
Although neither the trailers nor the early information already on the web clarifies this question, a synopsis unveiled by Disney and Marvel strongly hints that Wolverine in the main MCU may actually be healing from his wounds and joining his friend Deadpool to take on a common nemesis.
Synopsis: “Wolverine is recovering from his injuries when he crosses paths with the loudmouth, Deadpool. They team up to defeat a common enemy.”
Deadpool & Wolverine Synopsis Indicates Wolverine Is Recovering from a Big Fight
In the first trailer, Mr. Paradox of the TVA informs Deadpool that Wolverine has disappointed his universe, sparking considerable speculation. The exact nature of this disappointment is debated, with theories ranging from the demise of all X-Men in his universe to another catastrophic event leading to Wolverine’s increased seclusion.
The synopsis further reveals that Wolverine is presently “recovering from his injuries,” implying that the recent battle he was engaged in was quite recent, suggesting that Wolverine’s “letting down” of his universe may be a more recent occurrence than previously assumed.
This detail sheds light on the desperation of the TVA in seeking Deadpool’s help to combat this antagonist. It suggests that Wolverine’s universe has recently suffered a devastating loss, potentially indicating that it’s not the only universe facing destruction.
Additionally, this implies that Hugh Jackman‘s portrayal of Wolverine is not a character who has been retired for an extended period but rather one who has recently become reluctant to help and adopted an isolated demeanor following his recovery from injuries.
The Enemy Uniting Deadpool and Wolverine
The prevailing theory regarding the primary antagonist in the Deadpool & Wolverine crossover centers on Cassandra Nova, the villainous sister of Charles Xavier, portrayed by Emma Corrin.
Nova, possessing formidable powers akin to Xavier’s but with a penchant for brutality, is depicted in the trailer wearing her comic book-accurate attire and residing within the hollowed-out remains of Ant-Man. She engages in a brief skirmish with Wolverine in the trailer, potentially inflicting the injuries that necessitate his recovery despite his healing abilities.
While Nova’s role as the antagonist aligns logically, an alternate theory posits the TVA as a surprising twist. Much of the trailer unfolds within The Void from Loki, suggesting heightened activity from the TVA in pruning various timelines.
Deadpool is also depicted battling TVA soldiers, hinting at either his unwillingness to cooperate or a betrayal stemming from a disturbing revelation. Regardless of the antagonist’s identity, the prospect of Jackman’s Wolverine and Reynolds’ Deadpool joining forces in a multiverse-spanning battle is undeniably thrilling.
