The Champions could replace the Young Avengers and appear to be taking shape with a new approach for the next generation of MCU heroes
Marvel Studios she seems to have changed course regarding her plans for him Young Avengers. According to new rumors The studio is preparing a project focused on Champions forDisney+leaving behind the idea of a film for this young generation of heroes. Why this change in strategy? Let’s reveal what we know so far.
Goodbye to the Young Avengers?
Los Young Avengers They’ve been an exciting concept for MCU fans for years, but their time seems to have passed. Among the main reasons is the aging of the actors who could have played these characters and lack of solid narrative development during the early stages of Multiverse Saga.
Furthermore, the uninspiring performance of The Wonders at the box office appears to have been a decisive factor. Bob IgerCEO of Disney, stressed the importance of aligning projects with public expectations to avoid damaging the main franchise. In this context, it seems logical that Marvel would prefer explore the series format to build a young team more organically.
The Champions team
The voice on Champions it comes from within Daniele Richtmannwhich ensures it Core training will include:
- Wicca (Joe Locke)
- Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani)
- Hawkeye (Kate Bishop, played by Hailee Steinfeld)
- America Chávez (Xochitl Gomez)
- Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton)
- Iron heart (Dominique Thorne)
A notable absence it is Eli Bradley (Patriot), introduced in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. However, this does not rule out future appearances by him or other characters such as Amadeus Cho or Speed.
The new core of the MCU
Each member of the team has already made their mark on the MCU. Wicca debuted in Agatha: Chaos Covenand is expected to continue to develop in future stories. Ms. Marvelplayed masterfully by Iman Vellani, he has already emerged as a leader in the post-credits scene of The Wonders. In the meantime, Kate Bishop stood out Hawkeyeshowing off his charisma and archery skills.
On the other hand, America Chávezwhich debuted in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, provides unique abilities to travel between universeswhich makes it an essential pillar for the narrative of Multiverse Saga. Iron heart Yes Cassie Langwhich appeared in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Yes Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumaniarespectively, They bring youth and ingenuity to the group.
Who will lead this new era?
One of the biggest surprises related to the project is this Noah Hawleycreator of Fargo Yes Legion, could be involved in its development. Marvel Studios held meetings with him to discuss various projects and This seems to be one of the most promising.
Kevin Feigepresident of Marvel Studios, has previously hinted that they are “planting seeds” for this project the post-credits scene The Wonders the clearest example. In it, Kamala Khan tries to recruit Kate Bishopwhich sets the tone for this new phase of the MCU.
Why does the Champions League have so much potential?
Iman VellaniIn addition to playing Kamala Khan, she shared her take on what makes this generation of heroes special. According to her, los Champions They contribute to something similar Avengers the originals did not have: a genuine connection with everyday reality and human relationships.
“Young heroes have perspectives that older Avengers don’t have. They have faced the consequences of their actions and at the same time are fans of the originals. This can make equipment much more functional,” commented Vellani. He also highlighted how Themes such as social justice and the daily lives of the characters will add a layer of depth to the groupmaking it more relatable to young audiences.
What can we expect?
Although there is no official confirmation yet, this project of Champions it could be a breath of fresh air for the MCU at a time when he needs to regain the enthusiasm of the fans. Furthermore, there is a possibility that characters like Miles Morales and Sam Alexander (Nova) be introduced in the future, which would further enrich the narrative.
In any case, it seems so Marvel Studios is betting big on building a new legacy. If they can capture the spirit of the comics and adapt it to the cinematic universe, los Champions They could be a hit both on Disney+ and in the hearts of fans.