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The Marvel Cinematic Universe<\/a> continues to expand, bringing beloved IP from Marvel Comics to the big screen and television. But there is perhaps no more hyped character to enter the MCU later this year than Robert Downey Jr<\/a>.’s iteration of Doctor Doom. After shocking the world that he would be returning to the MCU following his run as Iron Man, Doom will be a central player in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday<\/a>. So, is there anyone in the MCU or beyond with enough strength to defeat him?<\/p>\n

We are going to discuss 10 individual heroes, allies, or teams strong enough to stop Doom. We will examine mystical, intellectual, and brute strength, as strength comes in various forms. This list is not entirely a predictor of what might come in Avengers: Doomsday<\/a>. In fact, not all of these characters will be featured in the film<\/a>. We are looking at precedents from previous films, comics, and series, as well as their potential given their resumes and powers. If anything does come true, well, then it just means we were right all along!<\/p>\n

1 <\/p>\n

Captain Marvel<\/p>\n

\"Brie
\n Brie Larson as Captain Marvel in Captain Marvel (2019)Image via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

For a long time, the MCU lacked female-forward solo projects. That is, until Carol Danvers arrived, introducing the world to Captain Marvel on the big screen. A former United States Air Force pilot, she gained superhuman abilities after absorbing the Tesseract’s energy from a destroyed light-speed engine. As a Human-Kree hybrid, she protects the cosmos, having already been a key player in the defeat of Thanos (Josh Brolin<\/a>). With the threat of Doom looming, her previous resume is likely to be a reason why the villain might fear her.<\/p>\n

The best way to describe her powers is as a living battery. When she absorbs an immense, overwhelming amount of energy, she enters her Binary state, which allows her to manipulate stellar and cosmic energies. With flight at the speed of light on her ability card, Captain Marvel is a formidable opponent. Because she possesses vastly superior speed, flight capabilities, durability, and raw energy projection, she might have the upper hand in a no-prep battle. If he has time to prepare, she might have to defeat Doombots before she gets to final boss mode. He has a history of neutralizing heavy-hitting heroes through magical preparations, but Captain Marvel could swoop in with a blitz without warning. Though Brie Larson<\/a>\u2019s appearance in Avengers: Doomsday is unconfirmed for now<\/a>, the epic team-up would be in great hands if she\u2019s on the roster.<\/p>\n

2 <\/p>\n

Doctor Strange<\/p>\n

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\n Doctor Strange casts a spell while in training in Doctor Strange.Image via\u00a0Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s face it, we\u2019d kill to see a Doctor versus Doctor showdown. But who would prevail? A former world-renowned neurosurgeon, Stephen Strange became the Sorcerer Supreme and Earth’s primary protector against mystical threats. A major player in the multiverse, which made some fans mad, Doctor Strange ultimately unlocked new magical abilities, such as dream-walking, and developed a third eye while protecting America Chavez (Xochitl Gomez) from the corrupted Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen<\/a>) in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness<\/a>. Now with Doctor Doom as the next immediate threat, Doctor Strange emerges as an even more powerful player. Despite not appearing in the epic cast rollout, Benedict Cumberbatch<\/a> will be returning for Avengers: Doomsday<\/a>. <\/p>\n

With genius intellect and a strong ability to master the mystic arts, Strange’s encyclopedic knowledge and disciplined combat style give him the decisive edge in a direct, magic-focused confrontation. And let\u2019s face it, with Strange as the leader of the roster, magic is very likely on the table. Strange has a history of success, which will work well to his advantage. Especially in duels of sorcery. Strange may have his studies on his side, but Doom has a penchant for hacking magic, which could throw Strange off kilter. Doom\u2019s ego and determination are legendary. The intrigue of a Doom and Strange showdown is a potential draw from the comic source material, the Time Runs Out and Secret Wars comicstorylines. If those come to fruition, the biggest shock will be that in those storylines, Strange becomes one of Doctor Doom’s most trusted allies. It\u2019s the MCU, so anything is possible!<\/p>\n

3 <\/p>\n

Fantastic Four<\/p>\n

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\n Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, and Ebon-Moss Bacharach as Ben Grimm in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’, standing in front of the Fantasticar.Image via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

OK, this might be a bit of a cheat since Doctor Doom is the most notorious primary villain of The Fantastic Four. Plus, we\u2019ve seen them defeat him in both film iterations before they entered into MCU. So, the answer is an obvious yes, but let\u2019s dissect the MCU quartet of Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal<\/a>), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach<\/a>), and Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) on their strength against Downey Jr.\u2019s Doctor Doom. No matter the iteration, The Fantastic Four is one of the strongest super teams in Marvel. Their unmatched teamwork, unparalleled intellect, and deep, unbreakable family bond make them unstoppable. They each bring a specific, highly tactical power \u2014 stretch and reform a body, invisibility, engulf a body in flame, and superhuman strength \u2014 that make them become a unified force.<\/p>\n

As seen in The Fantastic Four: First Steps<\/a>, Reed’s unmatched intellect is stronger than ever. Leading the team, with a now-not-pregnant Sue, they are as formidable as ever. They now have to take Doom down by exploiting his massive hubris and obsession with proving his superiority. The only massive cog in the plan is the now-famous mid-credit scene in which Doom interacts with Franklin. We’re all waiting with bated breath to know how that will affect the future. Perhaps it’ll be baby Franklin who will take down Doom one day in the MCU. Doom might need him to save a dying universe. Nevertheless, in a show of force, The Fantastic Four have the ultimate advantage as a team. Reed might defeat him in a battle of the brains, but the quartet as a whole would need to unite for victory.<\/p>\n

Collider Exclusive \u00b7 Marvel Personality Quiz
\n Which MCU Hero Are You?
\n Spider-Man \u00b7 Daredevil \u00b7 Iron Man \u00b7 Punisher \u00b7 Thor \u00b7 Cap<\/p>\n

Six heroes. One destiny. Answer 10 questions to discover which Marvel Cinematic Universe hero shares your personality, values, and fighting spirit. Will you swing, fly, or thunder your way to glory?<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd77\ufe0fSpider-Man<\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude08Daredevil<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd16Iron Man<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc80Punisher<\/p>\n

\u26a1Thor<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udee1\ufe0fCap<\/p>\n

\n FIND YOUR HERO \u2192\n <\/p>\n

01<\/p>\n

What drives you to do what’s right?
\n Choose the answer that feels most like you.<\/p>\n

\n AWith great power comes great responsibility \u2014 I protect those who can’t protect themselves.
\n BMy faith and my conscience \u2014 I believe justice must be served, even in the dark.
\n CLegacy and ego, honestly \u2014 but I’ve learned that others depend on me now.
\n DThe system failed. Someone has to make sure the guilty actually pay.
\n EDuty to the innocent and honour to my name \u2014 I was born to protect realms.
\n FThe values I was raised with \u2014 freedom, decency, and never backing down from a bully.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

02<\/p>\n

It’s 2 AM. Where are you?
\n Your answer says more about you than you’d think.<\/p>\n

\n ASwinging between skyscrapers, keeping an eye on the neighbourhood.
\n BRunning rooftops in Hell’s Kitchen, listening for trouble.
\n CIn my lab, upgrading my suit with a cold cup of coffee nearby.
\n DStaking out a target I’ve been tracking for three weeks.
\n ESomewhere between the stars, or at a feast that got out of hand.
\n FOn a morning run \u2014 I was up at 4, actually. Couldn’t sleep.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

03<\/p>\n

How do you handle a villain who keeps escaping justice?
\n Every hero has a method. What’s yours?<\/p>\n

\n AWeb them up and leave them for the police \u2014 again.
\n BBuild an airtight case and dismantle their entire operation from the inside.
\n CDeploy a containment system I designed specifically for them. Tech wins.
\n DMake sure they don’t escape a third time. Permanently.
\n EChallenge them to single combat. Honour demands a decisive end.
\n FRally allies, adapt the plan, and bring them in \u2014 by the book, even if it’s hard.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

04<\/p>\n

How do you feel about keeping a secret identity?
\n The mask \u2014 or the lack of one \u2014 says everything.<\/p>\n

\n AEssential \u2014 my loved ones would be in danger if anyone found out who I am.
\n BCritical \u2014 the mask protects my mission as much as my face.
\n COverrated \u2014 I announced myself to the world and I’d do it again.
\n DI’m a ghost. The less people know about me, the better.
\n EMy name is known across the Nine Realms. There’s no hiding it.
\n FI don’t hide \u2014 but I understand why some need to. Transparency builds trust.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

05<\/p>\n

You’ve lost someone important because of your heroism. How do you carry that?
\n Every hero pays a price. The question is how they pay it.<\/p>\n

\n AWith guilt that never fully goes away \u2014 it pushes me to do better, every single day.
\n BI channel it into purpose \u2014 their memory is the reason I keep fighting.
\n CI buried myself in work for years. I’m only recently learning to face it.
\n DIt transformed me completely. I’m not the same person I was before.
\n EWith warrior’s grief \u2014 I honour them by fighting with everything I have.
\n FI keep moving forward. Stopping means letting the loss win.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

06<\/p>\n

What’s your role when working with a team?
\n Who you are under pressure is who you actually are.<\/p>\n

\n AThe enthusiastic wildcard who somehow makes it work \u2014 and keeps the mood up.
\n BThe strategist who works best alone but shows up when it matters most.
\n CThe one who funds it, equips it, and occasionally takes over the whole operation.
\n DI don’t do teams. I’m more effective operating solo, on my terms.
\n EThe heavy hitter \u2014 I crash in, draw fire, and turn the tide of battle.
\n FThe leader \u2014 I earn trust, build the plan, and make sure no one gets left behind.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

07<\/p>\n

Where do you draw the line between justice and revenge?
\n The answer defines what kind of hero you really are.<\/p>\n

\n AClearly \u2014 I don’t kill, and I wrestle with that line constantly.
\n BI try to hold the line, but I’ve come terrifyingly close to crossing it.
\n CPractically \u2014 I do what’s necessary to protect people, including hard calls.
\n DI crossed that line long ago. What I do is justice \u2014 the system just won’t admit it.
\n EIn battle, victory is justice. Mercy is earned \u2014 not automatic.
\n FFirmly. The moment we abandon our principles, we become what we fight against.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

08<\/p>\n

When you’re not saving the world, what does life look like?
\n The person behind the mask is always the more interesting story.<\/p>\n

\n ATrying to juggle school, a part-time job, and not failing my friends.
\n BWorking as a lawyer by day, fighting for justice in court and on the streets.
\n CRunning a global company, attending galas, and pretending I’m sleeping enough.
\n DQuiet. Isolated. Surviving with a clear mission and no distractions.
\n ENavigating a bizarre and fascinating mortal world \u2014 coffee is extraordinary.
\n FAdapting to a world decades ahead of everything I knew. Quietly, stubbornly.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

09<\/p>\n

What keeps you up at night?
\n Fear is useful data \u2014 if you’re honest about what you’re actually afraid of.<\/p>\n

\n AThe people I couldn’t save \u2014 and the ones I might not reach in time tomorrow.
\n BWhether the monster I fight every night is starting to live inside me too.
\n CThe threats I can see coming and whether my tech is actually good enough.
\n DNothing. Silence is the only peace I get. I’ve made my choices.
\n EWhether I’m truly worthy \u2014 of the hammer, of the throne, of the people I protect.
\n FA world where no one stands up anymore. Where good people do nothing.\n <\/p>\n

NEXT QUESTION \u2192<\/p>\n

10<\/p>\n

The battle is lost. You’re outnumbered, outgunned, and exhausted. What do you do?
\n This is your tiebreaker \u2014 choose carefully.<\/p>\n

\n ACrack a joke to buy a second, then find the one web shot that changes everything.
\n BBlock out everything except the sound of the next threat \u2014 and keep going.
\n CActivate the emergency protocol I built for exactly this scenario. Always have a plan.
\n DI don’t accept that it’s lost. I keep fighting until I physically cannot anymore.
\n ECall the lightning. All of it. The storm answers to me.
\n FPick up the shield. Stand up. Because as long as I can stand, it’s not over.\n <\/p>\n

REVEAL MY HERO \u2192<\/p>\n

Your Hero Has Been Identified
\n Your MCU Hero Is\u2026<\/p>\n

Based on your answers, the Marvel hero who matches your spirit, values, and instincts has been revealed.<\/p>\n

Queens, New York\n <\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd77\ufe0f Spider-Man<\/p>\n

You carry the weight of the world on shoulders that are younger than they should have to be \u2014 funny, loyal, and endlessly self-sacrificing.<\/p>\n

You do the right thing not because it’s easy, but because no one else will.
\n You understand that responsibility isn’t a burden you choose \u2014 it’s one that finds you.
\n Whether it’s a neighbourhood mugging or a multiverse crisis, you show up.
\n Peter Parker’s lesson \u2014 that great power demands great responsibility \u2014 isn’t a slogan to you. It’s the code you live by, even when it costs you everything.<\/p>\n

Hell’s Kitchen, New York\n <\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude08 Daredevil<\/p>\n

You fight in the shadows between law and chaos, guided by a fierce moral compass that refuses to let the guilty walk free.<\/p>\n

You use every tool available \u2014 your mind, your body, your faith \u2014 to protect those the system overlooks.
\n You’ve looked into the darkness and chosen not to become it, though the line has never been easy.
\n Matt Murdock’s duality \u2014 champion in the courtroom, devil in the alley \u2014 mirrors your own.
\n Relentless, conflicted, and unwilling to stop. That is exactly you.<\/p>\n

Stark Industries, Malibu\n <\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd16 Iron Man<\/p>\n

Brilliant, driven, and occasionally insufferable \u2014 but always the person who solves the unsolvable problem.<\/p>\n

You lead with your mind and back it up with resources, innovation, and a stubbornness that borders on heroic.
\n You started out looking out for yourself, but somewhere along the way the world became your responsibility.
\n Tony Stark’s arc \u2014 from ego to sacrifice \u2014 is your arc too.
\n You build, you plan, and when the moment comes, you’re willing to give everything. Because in the end, you’re Iron Man.<\/p>\n

New York City\n <\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc80 The Punisher<\/p>\n

You’ve been through fire that would break most people \u2014 and it did change you, completely. What’s left is unyielding, relentless, and operating by a code forged in grief.<\/p>\n

You don’t ask for forgiveness, and you don’t expect gratitude.
\n You see a corrupt, broken world and you’ve decided to do something about it, consequences be damned.
\n Frank Castle’s war is born from love twisted by loss \u2014 and so is yours.
\n Uncompromising and unflinching \u2014 the world may not agree with your methods, but your conviction is absolute.<\/p>\n

Asgard \u00b7 Protector of the Nine Realms\n <\/p>\n

\u26a1 Thor<\/p>\n

Powerful, proud, and on a lifelong journey to become worthy of the legend you carry.<\/p>\n

You lead with strength but have learned \u2014 sometimes painfully \u2014 that true greatness comes from humility and growth.
\n You’re larger than life, yet more vulnerable than you let on.
\n Thor’s story is one of transformation: from arrogant prince to worthy king, from isolated warrior to beloved protector.
\n You bring the storm when it’s needed \u2014 and the warmth when it matters just as much.<\/p>\n

Brooklyn, New York \u00b7 The Avengers\n <\/p>\n

\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Captain America<\/p>\n

You believe in something bigger than yourself \u2014 and you fight for it even when the world has moved on and nobody else will.<\/p>\n

You don’t bully the small guy, and you never stop when it gets hard.
\n Steve Rogers didn’t become a hero when he got the serum \u2014 he was always one. So were you.
\n Your strength isn’t in your fists; it’s in your refusal to compromise what’s right, no matter the cost.
\n In a world full of people taking the easy road, you’re the one who picks up the shield and stands up \u2014 every single time.<\/p>\n

\n \u21bb RETAKE THE QUIZ\n <\/p>\n

4 <\/p>\n

Hulk<\/p>\n

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\n The Hulk roars enraged during a battle to scare his enemies in Avengers: Age of Ultron.Image via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

There is literally no one on the MCU roster who is stronger than Bruce Banner, better known as the Hulk. One of the more intriguing characters in the MCU, given his cinematic history beginning with Edward Norton in The Incredible Hulk<\/a>, only for Mark Ruffalo<\/a> to save the day as the character, despite never receiving another solo film. Regardless, whereas the Hulk is extraordinarily strong, Banner is extraordinarily brilliant. Following an accidental exposure to high levels of gamma radiation, Banner is a physicist with the ability to transform into a massive, green-skinned rage monster. His journey in the MCU has showcased Banner’s ability to control his rage, but as seen in the trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day<\/a>, something or someone is tampering with that control. Unfortunately, Ruffalo has confirmed that the Hulk will not be back<\/a> in Avengers: Doomsday, so we’re left to speculate how he might fare against Doctor Doom.<\/p>\n

The Hulk remains one of the most unique heroes in Marvel. The adrenaline and psychological stress caused by anger act as a trigger, and Doom is quite a triggering individual. But without a top-out, the Hulk’s potential can be limitless. At maximum fury, his physical blows generate shockwaves that retain his status as the strongest one there is. Even in advanced armor, Doctor Doom is touchable against the mean, green fighting machine. Doom is a mortal human who is penetrable. Even with extraordinary prep, nothing will wear down the Hulk in a drawn-out physical battle of attrition. In the comics, there have been times in which Doom is victorious in battle, including Incredible Hulk Vol. 3 in 2011. But once Hulk gets his hands on Doom’s technology and smashes it, it’s all over. Though, wouldn’t it be a coup if it’s Doom controlling Hulk in the Spider-Man movie to set up the December flick?<\/p>\n

5 <\/p>\n

Iron Man<\/p>\n

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\n Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark \/ Iron Man snapping to end the battle in Avengers:EndgameImage via\u00a0Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures<\/p>\n

Maybe the Doctor vs. Doctor isn\u2019t the battle we want; it\u2019s Downey Jr. vs Downey Jr. Rather, Iron Man vs. Doctor Doom. The MCU wouldn\u2019t be what it is today had it not been for the first Iron Man<\/a> film. Beginning as a billionaire playboy, Tony Stark\u2019s near-death experience led him to become the armored superhero. He wasn\u2019t just a solo entity \u2014 he was a leader and mentor, shaping the future of the Avengers forever. At this point, it\u2019s no longer a spoiler; Stark wielded the Infinity Stones to erase Thanos and his invading army, an action that successfully saved the universe but resulted in his own death from severe gamma radiation. So, unless we get something super twisty, we won\u2019t see a Downey Jr. double-trouble moment.<\/p>\n

Now, to the hypothetical. Iron Man was always a force to be reckoned with, but in the MCU, he grew even stronger. At the heart of the suit is a miniature, self-sustaining nuclear fusion reactor that directly powers the suit’s life support, weapons, and mobility. His supersuits have enhanced over time, evolving to defeat the enemy of the moment. So, as Iron Man leverages his raw engineering capabilities, technology will overpower mystic powers. His suits have also served as perfect vessels for greater flight maneuverability and stealth capabilities, so agility is an advantage for Iron Man compared to Doom’s bulky suit. Doom is adaptable, but Iron Man is famous for anticipating threats. Had it not been for a personal sacrifice, Stark would be the man who could never be killed. And he would be strong enough to take down Doom.<\/p>\n

6 <\/p>\n

Jean Grey<\/p>\n

\"Jean
\n Famke Janssen as Jean Grey using her powers in X-Men: The Last StandImage via 20th Century Studios<\/p>\n

There are many beloved characters in the X-Men, but constantly at the top of that list is Jean Grey. Why? Her story is simply incredible, often serving as a central storyline in comics, TV series, and films. While the entire X-Men team could defeat Doom together, Jean Grey likely could do it on her own. Jean Grey tapped into her mutant powers as a teen before being brought to Professor Xavier (James McAvoy\/Patrick Stewart). He honed her skills until she went all Dark Phoenix, exposing just how vast and powerful her abilities were. Her powers include telepathy, telekinesis, and cosmic pyrokinesis. She is an Omega-level mutant and serves as the primary host for the god-like cosmic entity. Her innate psionic mastery allows her to harness cosmic energy effortlessly, making her the quintessential and most formidable host for the Phoenix Force. Jean Grey was first portrayed on the big screen by Famke Janssen<\/a> in the original X-Men<\/a> films, before Sophie Turner<\/a> portrayed the role in the prequel films.<\/p>\n

The truth is, there are very few individuals that Jean Grey cannot take down. Just with her simple skills, she can bypass Doom\u2019s armor and anything he might throw her way. Tapping into Phoenix, he\u2019d be completely dismantled. When you can control life, death, and cosmic energy, there\u2019s no denying her unstoppable force. There will be quite a few X-Men arriving in the MCU for Avengers: Doomsday, including Cyclops (James Marsden), Beast (Kelsey Grammer), and Nightcrawler (Alan Cumming). Jean Grey is not on that roster. Janssen has stated Marvel \u201cmade a mistake\u201d not bringing her back<\/a> for the film, but as disappointing as it is, she might just be too strong for a plausible story.<\/p>\n

7 <\/p>\n

Loki<\/p>\n

\"Loki-Tom-Hiddleston\"
\n Image via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

Once upon a time, Thor\u2019s (Chris Hemsworth<\/a>) brother was known as the God of Mischief. After the second season of Loki<\/a>, he\u2019s ascended to the role of God of Stories. Needless to say, Loki\u2019s arc within the MCU was utterly fascinating. From villain to anti-hero to savior of the timelines, Loki has run the full gamut. He is highly trained in illusion casting, projection, duplication, and telekinesis. He can shapeshift. His combat prowess is stronger than his stature. Whether in his villain era or during his multiverse adventures, Loki\u2019s skill set has been on full display. His hybrid physiology is one of the lesser-reported assets, but it\u2019s why he is the way he is. His magical toolkit is icing on the cake.<\/p>\n

A Loki versus Doctor Doom battle would be a top-tier fight night. Loki possesses god-level magical reality-warping and time manipulation that would give Doom a headache. By mastering time-slipping, Loki can jump across time and space to navigate the multiverse at will, giving him traversal capabilities that even powerful beings can\u2019t pursue without technology. The truth is, no one is more deceptive than Loki. He can fight Doom in the shadows, taking on any shape he wishes, driving Doom into a vulnerable position. After a triumphant finale, it appeared that Tom Hiddleston<\/a>\u2019s tenure was finite. That\u2019s not the case, as his Loki will be back and likely play a crucial multiversal role against Doom. Though his screen time may be minimal, that doesn\u2019t mean it can\u2019t be monumental.<\/p>\n

8 <\/p>\n

Scarlet Witch<\/p>\n

\"Actor
\n Actor Elizabeth Olsen as the Scarlet Witch, grimacing while performing magic in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessImage via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

Fans loved Wanda Maximoff during the Infinity Saga. They adore her post-WandaVision<\/a>, even when her dark side emerged as Scarlet Witch in Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness. With one of the most fascinating journeys of any MCU character, the character now known as Scarlet Witch remains one of the strongest individuals across any timeline. Originally a HYDRA test subject from Sokovia, her latent witchcraft was amplified by the Mind Stone, leading her to become a grieving Avenger who reshaped reality and eventually succumbed to the corrupting influence of the Darkhold. Scarlet Witch is a Nexus Being capable of spontaneous alterations to reality. From chaos magic to reality warping, with energy manipulation in between, her powers are deeply tied to her mental state. Whether grief, trauma, or desperation, once those emotions are activated, she\u2019s unmovable. Doom is destined to tap into one of those.<\/p>\n

Now that Scarlet Witch\u2019s powers are fully unlocked, her limitless, unstructured power can overwhelm even Doom\u2019s greatest defenses. Her primary advantage is the ability to manipulate reality instantaneously. At her peak, she doesn\u2019t just fight; she breaks and rewrites the fundamental rules of the universe. Since they’re both magic users, she may have a match with Doom, but Chaos Magic is something difficult to defend. The only locale in which Doom would have an upper hand, with the employment of magical wards, an army of Doombots, and planetary-scale weaponry, is his home nation of Latveria. As much as we\u2019re eager to see who would be victorious in this showdown, whether Elizabeth Olsen will appear in Avengers: Doomsday is still uncertain<\/a>. There had been rumors that if Scarlet Witch does appear, she\u2019d be on Doom\u2019s side<\/a>, but given her history, she always finds her way back to the light.<\/p>\n

9 <\/p>\n

The Defenders<\/p>\n

\"The
\n Image via Marvel Studios<\/p>\n

Once upon a time, the quartet of Netflix Marvel shows lived in their own world. Now that they\u2019re canonically part of the MCU, why not speculate on how The Defenders could handle Doctor Doom? Like other superteams, they\u2019re each strong on their own, but together, they\u2019re simply unstoppable. Comprised of Matt Murdock\/Daredevil (Charlie Cox<\/a>), Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), Luke Cage (Mike Colter), and Danny Rand\/Iron Fist (Finn Jones), this quartet tends to battle it out from a more street-level perspective. That\u2019s not to say that mystics and magic haven\u2019t opposed them; by strength alone, they each could likely toss anyone across a room. Murdock is the master tactician, Cage is the invulnerable tank, Jones is the brute force, and Rand is the heavy hitter. Initially working as solo vigilantes, their four heroes were brought together by necessity; a gritty “non-team” united to protect New York City from the ancient ninja cult, The Hand. The quartet is much rawer than The Avengers, and thus, that grit is why they might make Doom shake in his mask.<\/p>\n

By leveraging a combination of raw, unstoppable physical power, unpredictable mystical arts, and street-level stealth, The Defenders can be victorious. How? Exploiting his fatal flaw of overconfidence. Daredevil’s radar sense would allow him to see through illusions, detect Doombots, and read Doom’s heartbeat to anticipate his physical and magical attacks. Cage’s titanium-like, unbreakable skin can absorb massive concussive blasts from Doom’s gauntlets, keeping the villain occupied in close-quarters combat. Iron Fist’s Chi-infused punch is capable of shattering mystical barriers and high-tech armor alike, directly damaging Doom where he is most vulnerable. Jones’s deductive detective skills would allow her to uncover Doom’s tactical vulnerabilities while navigating past his ego. Though we only had one full season of The Defenders<\/a>, they have been popping up now that Daredevil: Born Again<\/a> is a massive success on Disney+. As of now, the quartet is not going to be on the roster for Avengers: Doomsday. There\u2019s a better chance to see them in 2027 in Avengers: Secret Wars. \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/p>\n

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Thor<\/p>\n

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Though his movies may have given us a range of emotions, the God of Thunder remains one of the strongest heroes in the MCU. Thor evolved from an arrogant, war-hungry prince into a compassionate king, defending both Asgard and Earth. Thor may still be a prominent figure, but, as seen in Thor: Love and Thunder<\/a>, he has since adopted a child, Gorr the God Butcher\u2019s (Christian Bale<\/a>) orphaned daughter, Love. With divine biology, Thor’s skin and bones are significantly more durable than a human’s. With enchanted weaponry, Mjolnir and Stormbreaker, in hand, Thor has proven that his strength is unmatched. Beyond raw muscle, Thor has over a thousand years of combat and battlefield experience against some of the universe’s most formidable threats. Now a \u201cDad God,\u201d pulling him out of that role and back into action might be Doom himself.<\/p>\n

Thor possesses superior raw physical strength, divine invulnerability, and cosmic magical abilities that bypass Doom\u2019s technological defenses. That said, Thor\u2019s full capacity might depend on the cosmic storyline. Where Doom might overperform Thor is knowing how volatile the son of Odin (Anthony Hopkins<\/a>) can be. We\u2019ve seen Emo Thor. He\u2019s not a warrior by any means. Doctor Doom is cunning, which Thor is not. Doom frequently invents devices to siphon Thor’s divine energy, turning the Asgardian’s own strength into a liability. On some occasions, it\u2019s true, it\u2019s a toss-up, but history has proven Thor tends to come out on top. With Hemsworth back for Avengers: Doomsday, it\u2019s been teased that the softer, vulnerable Dad God will be preparing for strength to defeat one final enemy. With that tease as well as Avengers: Secret Wars to come, Thor might be the one to make the ultimate sacrifice. What a way to go, to watch Hemsworth beat Downey Jr., the last Avenger to make a massive sacrifice!<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tAvengers: Doomsday
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Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDecember 18, 2026<\/p>\n

Writers<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStephen McFeely, Michael Waldron, Jack Kirby, Stan Lee<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand, bringing beloved IP from Marvel Comics to the big screen and…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":750263,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[52],"tags":[88,206],"class_list":["post-750262","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-movies","tag-entertainment","tag-movies"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/750262","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=750262"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/750262\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/750263"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=750262"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=750262"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=750262"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}