James Marsden’s return as Cyclops is shaping up to be one of the most exciting aspects of ‘Avengers: Doomsday’. Scott Summers is finally looking to take on a leadership role, after years of playing second to Wolverine in Fox’s X-Men movies.
The trailer also suggests that Earth’s Mightiest Heroes and the X-Men will not be buddies right away, with some memorable battles between heroes to come before they join forces against Doctor Doom.
Cyclops’ First MCU Fight Could Be Against One Of Marvel’s Biggest Heroes
If that conflict happens, Cyclops deserves an opponent who highlights more than just the destructive power of his optic blasts. Rather than simply exchanging laser blasts with another powerhouse, Cyclops could benefit from facing someone like Spider-Man.
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Peter Parker’s agility, quick thinking, and unpredictable fighting style would make it difficult for Scott to stay consistent, making it a battle of strategy, not strength. It would be exciting and true to both characters to see Cyclops calculating all of his moves while Spider-Man is avoiding his optic blasts.
Another intriguing option is Black Panther. Whether it’s T’Challa in another universe or Shuri carrying the mantle, Wakandan technology and vibranium would create a unique challenge for Cyclops.
Though his optic blasts might be powerful, he would have to use his tactical wits rather than his brute strength to overcome an opponent using high-tech gear with superior combat skills. The types of interactions would remind the audience that Cyclops isn’t just a powerful mutant, but a leader who can think a few steps ahead in combat.
The Real Victory Would Be Giving Cyclops His Moment To Shine
It is more significant what fights Cyclops fights than who he fights. Although one of the X-Men’s most important heroes in Marvel Comics, the character has been in the shadows of Wolverine for decades on the big screen. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ is finally putting that perception to rest.
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A mere skirmish with another top-tier Marvel character might make Scott one of the best strategists in the franchise and give him a shot at becoming one of the three top-tier characters to stand alongside Captain America, Reed Richards, and Thor.
Rather than winning through overwhelming power, Cyclops should prevail by staying calm under pressure and making the right decisions when everyone else is overwhelmed. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will not only mark the return of James Marsden’s Cyclops, but it might finally be the moment for the character to be treated with the respect he has long deserved.
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