Marvel fans are getting a taste of one of the oldest comic book relationships in a new ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ rumor. According to a reported leak, the upcoming crossover film will feature a scene of Namor flying over the ocean while carrying Sue Storm in his arms.
It’s something that immediately sparked speculation among longtime readers. While Marvel Studios hasn’t officially confirmed the time of the release, the image has sparked excitement due to the similar dynamic between the two characters in Marvel Comics.
Namor And Sue Storm’s Legendary Marvel Dynamic Could Reach MCU
For decades in Marvel Comics, Namor the Sub-Mariner has had a deep fascination with Sue Storm, despite her marriage to Reed Richards. Namor was one of Marvel’s earliest antiheroes, and he was often impressed with Sue’s strength, compassion, and intelligence. He even expressed romantic feelings for her in many storylines.
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His love became a regular issue of conflict between the Fantastic Four members, especially Reed, who frequently found himself at odds with the ruler of Atlantis over Sue. Sue was always loyal to Reed.
However, she also honored Namor as an ally on a few occasions, forming one of Marvel’s most complex relationships. That history has put Namor and Sue in one of the most recognizable love triangles in the comics, if not a true love story.
What The Reported MCU Scene Could Mean For Reed
The rumored ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ sequence doesn’t necessarily mean that Marvel is adding a romance between the two characters. Instead, it might just remind them of their comic book past or bring them together for a bigger mission to fight Doctor Doom.
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The sight of Namor carrying Sue across the ocean is enough to make comic fans think of their longstanding relationship, particularly considering Reed Richards will likely be a major figure in the movie. The pairing could just as easily bring back some of the tension that’s been building between the three characters for decades.
The report, of course, isn’t confirmed by Marvel Studios, so fans should take it with a grain of salt. Even if ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ decides to use a portion of Namor and Sue Storm’s comic legacy, it could add an intriguing emotional layer to a film already expected to bring together the Avengers, Fantastic Four, X-Men, and other Marvel heroes in one massive Multiverse showdown.
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