The speculation goes on to suggest that not only will Doctor Doom be defeated in ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’, but also that Thor will ascend into his most powerful form yet, Rune King Thor.
Doom’s Runes Might Hold The Key To His Power
The theory tries to tie in the mystical imagery from the trailer with one of Thor’s most iconic comic-book transformations. It starts with Doctor Doom’s armor. The glowing ancient runes that can be seen on the armor might not be just decorative. They could be the actual source of the overwhelming power of Doom.
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Doom isn’t relying on his own powers alone; he could be tapping into ancient magical forces trapped within these mysterious symbols. If this is the case, then defeating Doom would not be a solution. The runes may still be very powerful and pose a threat to reality even after their master has been defeated.
This is where Doctor Strange comes in. The theory is that Strange knows that the runes can’t just be destroyed or forgotten. Rather, they need to be held back by a person who is able to withstand their corrupting influence.
Thor May Make The Ultimate Sacrifice
The fan theory states that Thor is the only hero brave enough and worthy enough to do that. Thor decides to imbue the runes into Stormbreaker instead of letting the ancient magic fall into the wrong hands. The weapon becomes a new vessel for the mystical power, and it is forever joined with the God of Thunder.
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That act would turn Thor into Rune King Thor, one of the most powerful versions of Thor in Marvel Comics. Rune King Thor is a comic character who has surpassed the normal abilities of his Asgardian race by learning the ancient runic magic. It gave him vast knowledge and powers to alter reality.
This conclusion would also give Thor a perfect arc to conclude his years of loss, development, and sacrifice in the MCU. Rather than just winning another battle, he would be the protector of a force that no one else could handle. The idea offers an exciting possibility, one where the Multiverse Saga concludes by elevating one of the MCU’s original Avengers into his most legendary form yet.
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