The magic Chthon gives Wanda isnt nearly as kind and can sometimes cause her to go into a demonic, possessed state. Their lack of family and any other connection to the world fuels their rage. Anyones who read Scarlet Witchs character in 21st century comics knows her biggest weakness is herself. But she's still a superhero, especially when she realizes that Ultron's goal is to decimate the entire world. But Thanos managed to free himself before the Avengers could remove the Gauntlet. Things may have not gone as planned for Wanda, but her try at parenting definitely shows us just how powerful she is. As Taylor-Johnson said, Hes like the father figure and shes like the mother figure. Doctor Strange might be able to accomplish something similar, but we dont think it would be half as easy as it was for Wanda. The Avengers tried to remove the Infinity Gauntlet from Thanos' hand. Infinity War marked the 10-year anniversary of Marvel Studios. So all of sudden, its a darker, weirder, tougher world that theyre living in.. The powerful Eye of Agamotto can do some of this, but it still demands an extreme amount of concentration from Strange. This raises a lot of fair questions. She has a brother named Pietro Maximoff, aka Quicksilver, who is played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson. John happily became the Star Trek guy at Screen Rant and he leads Feature coverage of the various Star Trek series. This seems natural because they are both tethered together by the Mind Stone. Many fans would say Scarlet Witch is the most terrifying Avenger of all MCU characters. While thats true in terms of raw power, that doesnt mean she would beat him in every fight. She's also searching for how to identify with humanity with so much raw power coursing through her body. In the movie,Wanda uses her telekinesis to restrainan explosion from Crossbones, and casts him into the air. There is such tragedy in this scene and makes these superhero characters more like us, those who can emote. Scarlet Witch, aka Wanda Maximoff, is one of the most powerful characters in all of the Marvel Comics Universe. She has telekinetic powers, which allows her to mentally move, levitate and manipulate objects. She also has telepathy which allows her to read minds, among other things. That's just the tip of the iceberg. But then there's Scarlet Witch, who can easily do everything. We tend to think not. However, her durability isnt very high. Let's begin by comparing Wanda to the so-called "Strongest Avenger" (or so he thinks), Thor. But in the movies, her powers are definitely different. She played the titular character in the critically-acclaimed movie Martha Marcy May Marlene. You get a ton of powerful (and sometimes really scary) gadgets. But for those powers to work, Wanda has to find the strength within. But the heart of this matter is what Darcy says about Wanda. Before Strange could even fight them, they already sucked most of the magic out of Earth, forcing Strange to use archaic spells and artifacts to fight them. Both Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch have a ton of experience. In addition, she's on a personal journey where she needs to become less human in order to become a very powerful being. In Scarlet Witch's case, being the strongest MCU hero isn't about mere physical might: Wanda Maxmioff's reality-bending powers exceeds the others'. Like most MCU things it's not a one-to-one match with the comics but Scarlet Witch is an absurdly powerful being in the comics. WebIn the United States, it is the highest respect given in military and naval commendations. Magic plays a huge role in the Marvel Universe and there might not be room for two incredibly overpowered users, but who's the strongest? As rare as it is, there have been times where Scarlet Witch has had to rely on her fists instead of her hexes. We already had a reluctant hero with Spider-Man so I thought it would be fun to create a pair of reluctant villains. WebWhy Scarlet Witch is the most powerful Avenger? Marvel Comics have repeatedly proved that the Scarlet Witch is not the most powerful character in the Marvel universe. Wanda also has mental manipulation, which she used to combat the Avengers before she became their most powerful ally. Meanwhile, as we suggested above, without the hammer, Thor would be considerably weakened andWanda would be able to overpower him with little effort. She was ableto make them recall in their minds the darkest scenarios in their past, which allowed her to subdue them. It wasn't until WandaVision Episode 5 that Marvel seemingly merged the MCU and the X-Men universe, and even then we're not sure at this point in time how this crossover is working out. News on all your favorite celebs, reality TV, and movies. For decades, Scarlet Witch has been a part of the strongest, most elite team of superheroes in the Marvel Universe: the Avengers. But also in Captain America: Civil War, Wanda got a hold of Natasha and flung her across the airport without breaking a sweat. The phoenix eats the suns energy and is the only entity according to the Comics to undo her "No more Mutants" spell. However,duringAvengers: Endgame's final battle against Thanos (Josh Brolin), a vengeful Wanda truly unleashed her might against the Mad Titan, who resorted to opening fire on his own army in order to create a distraction that allowed him to escape Scarlet Witch's wrath. At the moment, the version of Scarlet Witch What we've seen of the MCU hasn't been able to harness the full extent of his powers, a smart move in favor of the . Their story is a little bit different in Avengers. The sorceress specialises in altering reality and is one of the coolest mutants. Which should make her even more powerful than Doctor Strange. Thor is a Norse god whileWanda is an 'enhanced' mortal. She learned to manipulate her psionic energy, which allowed her to levitate, emit psychic energy blasts, and even cast force fields so that she could fight off members of the Black Order to save Vision (Paul Bettany) in Avengers: Infinity War. (In Infinity War, they didn't trade punches so much as Thanos swatted Wanda like a fly after a traumatic moment.) In the WandaVision series finale, Agatha Harkness subtly confirms Scarlet Witch is the strongest sorcerer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying that she could beat the Sorcerer Supreme - and there's good evidence to prove why that's true and not an exaggeration. But Thor was the most powerful of the Avengers because, in the past, the only other time one of our heroes came close to stopping Thanos was when Thor attacked him in Wakanda. Here's what's interesting about Wanda and Carol Danvers: Both their powers come from Infinity Stones. Could Scarlet Witch also manipulate time? One of the biggest differences between Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch is the origin of their powers. Theyre sort of like travelers." Now he sticks primarily to movies and TV, and spends way too much time looking at analytics. After that, she earned two understudy Broadway roles after studying in the Atlantic Theater Company conservatory program. And it's a similar emotion that might be fueling Wanda right now to create a perfect life in New Jersey. Wakanda was invaded by the Black Order and the army of Outriders. Here's Lee on his take of Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver. I wanted them to eventually give up being villains and become heroes.". That's actually what happens in the Age of Ultron. "[W]e have seen her use her telekinesis to rip Ultron's robots apart, pull Ultron's heart out of his chest, throw Captain America through a second story window, pull poisonous gas out of the CDC building and dispose of it in the air, and throw Black Widow and Black Panther at two separate points during the airport battle.". If Thor didn't have his trusty hammer, Scarlet Witch/Wanda would have defeated him using one of her many powers, such as making Thor temporarily unworthy of Mjolnir by manipulating his memories or history. Shes done something similar for both Hawkeye and her twin Quicksilver. That classical training would prove well when it was time for her to act. Thor could beat Wanda in an arm wrestling contest, but Thor is still susceptible to Wanda's mind powers. But that's not all the manipulation she can do. According to Agatha, the Scarlet Witch is widely regarded to be a myth, something too powerful to exist. Hes encountered dozens of different demons, witches, sorcerers, and monsters. The tragedy is she's unable to learn how to control what she knows because she has never had an authority figure or a mentor who could teach her how to use her superpowers. Wanda's inability to maintain control over her powers have been the cause of several catastrophic events. Hmm. Doctor Strange is a kung-fu master and an amazing fighter in his own right. It won the U.S. Gradually, however, Wanda's powers continued to expand far beyond being able to move things with her mind. As we said above, what makes Scarlet Witch so dangerous is that she's the only superhero with the ability to destroy an Infinity Stone. Strange Is More Powerful), SCARLET WITCH: HAS (PRACTICALLY) LIMITLESS POWERS, REVIEW: The Human Target #12 is a Thrilling Conclusion, REVIEW: Image Comics' Saga #62 Trades Sci-Fi Action to Study Grief, Marvel Officially Dissolves Spider-Man and Mary Jane's Romantic Relationship. Thor also has an advantage over Scarlet Witch. In the WandaVision series finale, Agatha Harkness confirms Scarlet Witch is more powerful than the Sorcerer Supreme - and here's how and why that is. Scarlet Witch, on the other hand, was originally a mutant villain of the X-Men. Odin then banished Thor to earth. Wanda has as well, but the Avengers or Vision are usually tag along. In 2009, Olsen spent a semester studying in Moscow at the Moscow Art Theatre School through the MATS program at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. Without them, he wouldnt be half as powerful as he is. Again, the proof lies in Avengers: Age of Ultron, as Natasha fell to Wanda's mind tricks just as quickly as Thor and the other Avengers. We see Thor's new weapon in action inInfinity War, and in the words of Eitri the Dwarf King, Stormbreaker the battle-ax is a weapon worthy of a king. Or a god, as the weapon is more powerful than Mjolnir because it can channel lightning even greater than the Mjolnir. Like most MCU things it's not a one-to-one match with the comics but Scarlet Witch is an absurdly powerful being in the comics. Her power was put on full display in Avengers: Infinity War when she defeated a swarm of Outriders in Wakanda; then shortly thereafter, she managed to hold back Thanos - a villain Iron Man could only hurt enough to produce a drop of blood, and who was wielding five of the six Infinity Stones by that point - while seemingly using only half of her power; the other half being used to destroy the Mind Stone. He began as a directors assistant on various independent films. . She is often called "weird," especially in the comic books, and that refers to her formof telekinesis/energy projection and her capability to manipulate the bioelectrical signals in sentient beings. After a Kree ion cannon exploded near the superhero known as Wonder Man, everyone kind of assumed he was done. Due to the extreme trauma she has endured in her life, she is In the comics, he has more powers that lend additional credibility to his claim as the strongest member of the Avengers team. These are strong elements that no one in the MCU can come close to. say Wanda got the better of Thanos until he called for a cluster strike like a sweaty Call of Duty streamer, that our argument lies. Directing Award for Best Drama at the Sundance Film Festival. Shes the center of the entire Earth-616 reality and the future of 616 depends on her actions. Of course, the movie had a dazzling list of superheroes such as Black Panther and Scarlet Witch, but neither was successful in attacking Thanos. That's an awful lot of power to wield for any one Avenger, even one with as much proven raw power as Wanda. He knew he was out of his league. Thor then spends most of the movie as a mortal. Each world in the multiverse has one Nexus-Being whos capable of altering probabilities. During the Doctor Strange arc, The Last Days of Magic, Strange went up against a strangely non-magical foe: The Empirikul. There's no one answer, and it'll be hard to try, but remember that all of this is subjective, as well as something that should not be taken seriously. All these characters, when banded together, became an unstoppable force, but that changed when Thanos arrived, who was on the lookout to capture six Infinity Stones. In the end, Wanda proves she's the strongest Avenger because she's able to defeat Vision. Becoming The Scarlet Witch means accepting the full extent of her power along with its innate ability to do evil, which Wanda welcomes with arms wide open. Thor lost Mjolnir in Thor: Ragnarok, but at the end of the film, it seems he doesn't need it because he has remained powerful without any sort of aids. WebWhy is Scarlet Witch so powerful? As she explained, "I am able to go into someone's head, and they'd never see. Thanos wasn't just a strong alien, he was a strong alien who commanded a monstrous army. As the second beefiest Avenger with biceps the size of boulders, Thor is easily the muscle of the Avengers (after Hulk). In the WandaVision series finale, Agatha Harkness subtly confirms Scarlet Witch is the strongest sorcerer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying that she could That's just the tip of the iceberg. During the battle with Ultron,Wanda plays a major role because she's able to destroy Ultron's "prime body" after he kills her brother, Pietro. Curiously, Feige's claim that Scarlet Witch is the MCU's top powerhouse means Wanda even supplants Captain Marvel (Brie Larson), who Feige previously declared was Marvel's strongest hero. In this way, she's the one who ends up fighting off Ultron. In the comic books, she possesses witchcraft and magic. It was the success of Marcy that led her to be cast in more movies, and which ultimately paved her way later in life in 2014 to land in a Marvel Cinematic Universe movie. She is But the truth is that the debate ofWanda vs. Thor has no real answer. I think I'm happy where we landed because I get the idea of being stranded, and it is powerful and it's cool. One line of dialogue changed everything. In House of M, an emotionally broken Scarlet Witch uses her reality warping abilities to wipe out the vast majority of mutants on earth. The Avengersare the premiere superhero group, and yet Scarlet Witch was able to decimate their ranks within minutes. This makes her the strongest Avenger, and leaves Thor in the dust. WebAbout Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise She wasn't ashamed of her famous last name, but she did try to hide it by dropping it in high school. Wanda Maximoff, better known as Scarlet Witch may have started out as a member of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants in early issues of X-Men, but she soon became an early member of the Avengers and one of their most complicated and mysterious heroes. In this scene,Wanda showcases her human side and even becomes relatable tothe audience when Captain America comforts her. 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Emotionally, she can stabilize him, and he protects her physically, vice-versa. So say "Yeah!" How Scarlet Witch Is More Powerful Than Doctor Strange, WandaVision: Every MCU Easter Egg In Episode 9, WandaVision Ending Explained: Biggest Reveals & MCU Future Setup, Young Sheldon S6 FINALLY Confirms Georgies Ludicrous TBBT Missy Story, The Last of Us Episode 8 Trailer Reveals Original Joel Actor's New Role, Young Sheldon Ruins Sheldon & Amys Sweetest Big Bang Theory Moment. The hammer makes him superhuman, as he uses it to crush his enemies. Wanda is endowed with telekinesis and telepathy. Thor even helped out, but Thanos blasted him with his now-complete Infinity Gauntlet. But the one character you perk up when she appears is Scarlet Witch, and that's because she's mesmerizing. It's just asking "Who is the better athlete, Babe Ruth or LeBron James?" Brock Rumlow, seeking revenge against Steve Rogers and Sam Wilson, revealed the way he would eviscerate Captain America by detonating a bomb to take out him and anyone else in his proximity. And that was without the power of Mjolnir, his beloved hammer that endows the worthy few "the power of Thor." Follow all of Inverse's WandaVision coverage at our WandaVision hub. In 2016's Doctor Strange, the hero used projection to learn more about sorcerery while he slept; in WandaVision's post-credits scene, Scarlet Witch does that while awake. But, as we know, Wanda finds it hard to control her powers in the way she wants because she has not undergone training of any sort and has to figure out what they can do. Just how much stronger is Wanda over the other Avengers (and a few other important Marvel characters)? One of the strongest elements in the universe. But like Thor, Carol proved she had strength and durability that matched Thanos. While wanting to desperately reunite with her sons, she planned to kill Chavez and steal her powers. All we know is that Wanda is really, really strong. In the end, the only person who was able to stop her was Doctor Strange, but even he admitted he couldnt restrain her forever. At 7, the precocious star gave up acting so as not to resemble her sisters' path. It's not just who would win in a fight or who is physically stronger, but who has more power to change the world around them. We learn how she can control inanimate objects, how to control and contain battles, as well as how to use her mind control and her power of suggestion. In the movie, Thor literally brags about how mighty he is, only to find himself stepping into Wanda's illusion and getting psyched out from it. This trio includes Agamotto, Hoggoth, and Oshtur. And now we have a woman who can get inside your head and move objects, and a boy that can move faster than anything, and a robot [Ultron] who can self-replicate and is out of his mind. So, in this scene, Thor outshines Scarlet Witch because he almost reduced Thanos to smithereens. All in all, Scarlet Witch comes out of Captain America: Civil War as one of the most powerful of the Avengers, and easily one of the most fascinating. In the end, its Stranges creativity and pure genius that saves the future of magic. The 21-gun salute is usually fired from cannons and rifles in an impressive display of strength and loyalty. It would take a whole article to sort out what exactly Wanda can do, but for the time being, were going to focus on one aspect of her powers in particular: reality warping. This grants her reality manipulation, which she used to take over Doctor Strange isnt technically immortal since he can still fall in battle. Wanda isn't just creating an illusion. The reason the talented Elizabeth Olsen can play Scarlet Witch to a fault is because, like her comic counterpart, she's fiercely independent. Here are ten reasons that Unfortunately, there's no way to truly analyze this pairing. With Mjolnir, his natural strength and agility are enhanced to the extent that hes basically invulnerable. WebWhy is Scarlet Witch so powerful? And besides, we're done with the one-note knight in shining armor. Avengers: Age of Ultron showcasedWanda's telepathy while Civil War revealed her use of telekinesis. It's safe to say that Wanda, especially an angry Wanda, overpowers Thanos not just in strength but actual power. Related:WandaVision: Every MCU Easter Egg In Episode 9. As such, all the civilians got up and left the city. DoesWanda fit that role? So, it was clear that even without the Darkhold, Scarlet Witch Scarlet Witch was created by comic book legends Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. That wasnt hyperbole. Adidas; The House of M event is probably the most well known comic example of her raw strength effectively creating a new reality as a response to severe trauma. Wanda is powerful but is not on the same level as the Phoenix force. No where else in the entire multiverse is there such a high concentration of mystical items. Its his job to be vigilant when it comes to magic. Scarlet Witch is said to be the most powerful avenger to date. While our hot, muscular, more experienced Thor is older and has more training, were talking about power here. Scarlet Witch is just a kid currently (teens). Scarlet Witchs powers are complicated, especially with all the retconning Marvels been doing lately. As a result, her telekinetic field breaks and she looks powerless. She's creating a reality, a physical space made up of physical objects populated by physical people who (painfully, it seems) adhere to the script. Unlike Thor, Black Widow's expertise lies not in strength, but tactics. Scarlet Witch became aware of America Chavez, a supernatural being with the ability to travel across time in the multiverse. Scarlet Witch/Wanda Maximoff is played by Elizabeth Olsen. Over the years, Wanda and Stranges origin stories have changed extensively, with Wanda becoming an actual witch and Strange losing (then gaining again) the title of Sorcerer Supreme. However, if she did, the possibilities of what she could do and who she could become are boundless. And it's in that battle, the one Agent Woo et al. She was perfect for the MCU because of her knowledge of ballet and dance; in the Marvel films, she has to do a lot of acrobatic stunts and fights, and she did so naturally. Her abilities shocked Okoye (Danai Gurira) when Wanda was able to destroy the Black Order's massive vehicles during the Battle of Wakanda. Strange is a natural scholar who loves learning. He's also considered the strongest Avenger. Although it isnt easy for him, Doctor Strange has, in the past, manipulated time. Were sure that if Doctor Strange were to go up against the Phoenix force, hed also be successful -- to a degree. Now that we're at the end of our list, it's clear that Scarlet Witch is strong, but pitting her against Thor causes a lot of controversies. It's a small difference with negligible evidence. It's magical strength with magical lightning, which is hard to measure by any means known to man. This complicates the debate of Scarlet Witch vs. Captain Marvel slightly, though their MCU history still provides a guide. WebThe Scarlet Witch flourished as an Avenger, despite her domineering and over-protective brother. (If you challenge me and say "Actually, he'd be a paladin," I will bully you.). While we have outlined Scarlet Witch's powers before, here's a compendium of what she has done so far using them, according to Screen Rant. Even more powerful, she can project her own thoughts onto others so she knows what they are thinking in advance of what they are planning to do. Scarlet Witch is intelligent as well, but she doesnt put as much work into learning as Strange does. If youre rolling your eyes right now, let us explain. She did not want anything handed to her. Scarlet Witch is incredibly strong willed and incredibly smart, thinking of combat situations in terms of strategy without letting her emotions dictate the outcome. She is able to predict super villains and the moves they tend to make, partially thanks to having been one in the past. 2 2. She Can Shape Reality Itself to Her Will She's at her most vulnerable at this point. 13. If thats not insanely impressive, were not sure what is. Marvel Comics villain Chthon could turn out to be the main antagonist in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Unlike Strange, Wanda has superhuman abilities written into her DNA thanks to years of genetic experimentation via the High Evolutionary. Scarlet Witchs true abilities lie in her magical powers, as she is an incredibly gifted magical being with powers that can alter reality when she is at her strongest. With a little more training (maybe with Dr. While there are dozens of other magical characters in Marvel comics, few have the notoriety that Strange and Wanda Maximoff enjoy. Doctor Strange knows the consequences of messing with time, so he warned Wanda not to do so. But it's still a difficult comparison, as the X-Men universe operated on a different wavelength than the MCU. Martha Marcy May Marlene was such a critical success that the movie received several accolades. Viewers have seen Wanda Maximoff take on a number of people - superheroes and supervillains - and come out on top. But the truth is that the debate of Thor vs.Wanda has no real answer. As a result of this ghastly event, they were only loyal to each other, grew up very close and, as a result of what was taken away from them, rebellious. Now, this could merely be Marvel's head honcho savvily hyping up Scarlet Witch in anticipation ofher starring role, alongside Vision, in Disney+'s upcoming WandaVision TV series (just like how Feige heralded Carol Danvers' powers to make her seem extra special to coincide with Captain Marvel's release). Mansoor Mithaiwala is SR's Lead Features Editor. 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