After the events of ‘No Way Home‘, Peter Parker was left completely alone. His identity was lost, his friends and family were gone, and he had to start over. However, if the rumours about Yelena Belova appearing in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ are true, the movie may subtly start to rebuild Peter’s position in the MCU.
Yelena Belova Could Be Spider-Man’s Link Back To The Avengers
Yelena’s reported appearance is not a mere cameo; it may have far-reaching consequences. She is one of the newest Avengers in the MCU and has a special place that may just bring Spider-Man back to the world’s mightiest heroes.
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Peter Parker’s heroic deeds were not erased by Doctor Strange’s spell; only his memories were. Though they may not know the young man behind the mask, the Avengers still recall their battles with Spider-Man in ‘Infinity War’ and ‘Endgame’.
That makes Yelena an especially interesting character to cross paths with Peter. Unlike someone meeting Spider-Man for the first time, she already understands his importance in the fight to save the universe. She knows that he is a trusted hero. If true, then Yelena may be one of the first to bring some sense of family back to Spider-Man. She could be the one to remind he that he is still one of the biggest heroes on Earth.
‘Brand New Day’ Seems Ready To Push Peter Toward The Avengers
In the lead-up to ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’, Marvel Studios has been steadily preparing for a showdown that will feature almost every major character. However, for Spider-Man, returning to the Avengers cannot happen overnight. It needs to feel earned.
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A meeting with Yelena may be the bridge that is just right. It would be a more realistic way to get Peter to connect with the broader MCU, without being drawn into another world-ending battle. It would also allow ‘Brand New Day’ to continue its story.
It’s that balance that might be one of the best things about the movie. Peter can keep on being a neighborhood hero, gradually being pulled into bigger events by someone who is already familiar with the sacrifices of being an Avenger.
If Yelena does make an appearance, she could have a much bigger impact than a traditional crossover. Instead of simply sharing the screen with Spider-Man, she could help open the door to his next chapter in the MCU, one that eventually leads him back to the Avengers when they need him most.
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