WhenWanda unleashes her power on Vision, the effect is mesmerizing and is not only imbued with emotion but also pure power. Before meeting Strange, they had been very successful,putting an end to hundreds of Sorcerer Supremes from other realities and universes. She puts her enemies in line by allowing them to see pure fear or emotional pain in the form of nightmarishhallucinations that end up weakening them or stunning them. Does the fact that one was altered with alien science (Captain Marvel) and the other by occult science (Wanda) also make a difference? John can be found on Twitter @BackoftheHead if you want to see photos of the food he eats. So, it was clear that even without the Darkhold, Scarlet Witch (Wakanda would later appear in MCU's The Black Panther movie). He also writes about a wide range of his interests from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, House of the Dragon, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, AEW, and Cobra Kai. 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. 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Then she and her brother become allies to the Avengers, and here's why she's so cool. And besides, measuring power is, of course, totally subjective. Thanos uses the Time Stone--which can manipulate time in every possible way--to reverse Vision's death so he could collect the Mind Stone himself. Emotionally, Wandas powers sometimes force her into a fragile mental state, where she has practically no control over her hexes. But of course, Thor becomes worthy again, as the movie would've been a bore without showcasing Thor wielding his trusty hammer. My character is very much on the frontline, but he can be quite emotional. And she's right. For Wanda, all it took was three words. The Stormbreaker, made of indestructible metal, was strong enough to pierce Thanos' armor and remaininvinciblefrom a blast from the Infinity Gauntlet. She's very good at what she does, perhaps the best in the world. But for those powers to work, Wanda has to find the strength within. Marvel President Kevin Feige declared Avenger Scarlet Witch is the strongest MCU hero and that Wanda Maximoff's power far exceeds the other heroes. Her parents died when she was 10, and she only had her brother. Doctor Strange is a kung-fu master and an amazing fighter in his own right. And we've seen that before, in Avengers: Age of Ultron. Could Scarlet Witch also manipulate time? It looks like the position of Sorcerer Supreme wont be opening up anytime soon. So they have this beautiful connection and its kind of them against the world.. Thor's worthy strength didn't leave him immune to Wanda's powers, which shows in a delicate way how much Wanda can outrank even the strongest Avenger. They are not Inhumans--the race of superhumans that populate the MCU. To this day, the extent of "the power of Thor" remains indeterminate. Thetitle the "strongest Avenger" is something Thor clings to, but in Scarlet Witch's case, "strongest" doesn't refer to mere physical might. You see this beautiful tenderness between them.. She's not like Doctor Strange or Agatha Harkness - their powers are learned and can be classified primarily as either Eldritch Magic or Darkhold Magic. Scarlet Witch's psionic energy is capable of manipulating on a molecular level, leaving nothing safe from her potential influence. Since Feige seems to be teasing fans with hints of what's to come with his praise that Scarlet Witch is Marvel's strongest hero, what Wanda Maximoff may potentially do in MCU Phase 4 could very well prove his point. As such, all the civilians got up and left the city. Whereas Scarlet Witch is quick to action, Strange is more willing to carefully look over a situation before deciding what to do. Theyre sort of like travelers." DR. Here's Lee on his take of Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver. At the moment, she just doesnt have as strong of a grasp on her abilities. Until Wanda can confront Jean Grey on the same screen, consider this completely unknown. Strange and Scarlet Witch have shown countless times to be two of the most powerful Avengers members on the superpowered team. However, after her marriage to Vision, she wanted children of her own so desperately that she used her reality warping abilities to give herself twin boys. . In Captain America: Civil War, Scarlet Witch's powers have clearly grown, and it seems she has overcome her inability to control them. Thor even helped out, but Thanos blasted him with his now-complete Infinity Gauntlet. Vision finds himself unable to move because his powers aren't as strong as Wanda's, and Wanda uses that energy ball to consign Vision to the center of the earth. There is such tragedy in this scene and makes these superhero characters more like us, those who can emote. WebThe Scarlet Witch lore states that she has the power to either rule or destroy the cosmos. LikeBruce Banner, he can only find within himself his powers; when he's angry, he turns into the Hulk. For Earth-616, Scarlet Witch is the Nexus-Being and acts as an anchor for the reality. The reason the talented Elizabeth Olsen can play Scarlet Witch to a fault is because, like her comic counterpart, she's fiercely independent. This seems natural because they are both tethered together by the Mind Stone. Hmm. Avengers: Age of Ultron showcasedWanda's telepathy while Civil War revealed her use of telekinesis. She then is the most powerful Marvel character at this juncture. 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). As brother and sister Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver grew older, the duo volunteered to become part of H.Y.D.R.A., a terrorist organization that promised they would receive superpowers. In the end, Wanda proves she's the strongest Avenger because she's able to defeat Vision. Then in Avengers: Endgame, Wanda came close to killing Thanos - that is, until he forced his ship to execute an aerial bombardment on the Avengers compound. In addition, she's on a personal journey where she needs to become less human in order to become a very powerful being. WebScarlet Witch has reality manipulation and created the sitcom-like reality of Westview. 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. She has a brother named Pietro Maximoff, aka Quicksilver, who is played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson. One huge benefit that comes with being the Sorcerer Supreme? As Agatha so curiously noted, Wanda can warp reality on a massive scale without giving it much thought; she didn't even know what she was doing at the time when her sitcom-esque Westview was created. He's a robot in nature, and due to his vibraniumbody, his armor of indestructible metal, makes him powerful. 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. Eventually, the boys souls were reabsorbed into Mephisto, but by then the powers Wanda had given her sons were so strong that they destroyed the demon. While there are dozens of other magical characters in Marvel comics, few have the notoriety that Strange and Wanda Maximoff enjoy. Now he sticks primarily to movies and TV, and spends way too much time looking at analytics. Thor also has an advantage over Scarlet Witch. Theyve been doing the superhero gig for a while now. This statement was met with tremendous enthusiasm from those in attendance! Strange as her teacher again) she could easily become the most powerful character on Earth-616. 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 . During the Doctor Strange arc, The Last Days of Magic, During the "Avengers vs. X-Men"comic event, Scarlet Witch showed that the all-powerful Phoenix doesnt always win. Unlike Thor, Black Widow's expertise lies not in strength, but tactics. They were then reincarnated into two boys: Wiccan and Speed. But has she really mastered her skill set? In the first Thor movie, Thor attacked the Frost Giants without orders from his father, Odin. She has no superpowers, magical or scientific. But first: HOW DID TV AND MOVIES GET YOU THROUGH THE PANDEMIC? However, if she did, the possibilities of what she could do and who she could become are boundless. It's magical strength with magical lightning, which is hard to measure by any means known to man. In Wanda has honed her natural born skills by using normal magic, or magic thatsomeonecan learn. Like Stranges mentor, the Ancient One, Strange wont contract any diseases or visibly age. WandaVisions Scarlet Witch retcon and Chaos Magic reveal could lead to an ancient god who once ruled Earth joining the MCU in Phase 4. Still, the powers she received make her the strongest character in the Avengers series. Their connections to the mystic arts currently power both of them, but how are these connections different? Even though she was in a fragile emotional state at the time, she was easily able to accomplish this. Having to destroy the Mind Stone so that Thanos wouldn't go after it, in the process she has to kill Vision, thereby making her alone and vulnerable like the time when her brother died. Hundreds of storylines, on page and film, revolve around the mysterious world of the mystic arts. Strange is a natural scholar who loves learning. Although it isnt easy for him, Doctor Strange has, in the past, manipulated time. Power doesn't have to mean raw strength, but the tremendous demonstration of one's own ability. Wanda's powers are at a scary, all-time high, which is inspiring even more Woo/Darcy/Rambeau-esque discussions around Wanda's powers compared to the rest of the MCU. For Scarlet Witch, the answer is no. For Strange, the biggest benefit, and the reason why the title makes him so powerful is because it acts as constant encouragement. But like Thor, Carol proved she had strength and durability that matched Thanos. We've done our MCU binge-watching, and it looks likeWanda is the stronger of the two. Scarlet Witch, aka Wanda Maximoff, is one of the most powerful characters in all of the Marvel Comics Universe. Wanda Maximoff, aka the Scarlet Witch, is one of Marvels most powerful characters. 1 (2015), Wanda describes her powers as the ability to break the laws of physics and scientific absolutes, including levitation, transformation and teleportation. And perhaps Natasha can out-wrestle Wanda in a one-on-one fight. But that's not all the manipulation she can do. . In this scene,Wanda showcases her human side and even becomes relatable tothe audience when Captain America comforts her. As we've said, in the MCU, Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch were cast-offs from Eastern Europe, where they grew up, and were scared and alone. But Thanos managed to free himself before the Avengers could remove the Gauntlet. In terms of raw power, Scarlet Witch is stronger than Doctor Strange and almost any other being in the universe. I had big plans for Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch. Then Thor fought him, but his attack nearly killed him. In the Marvel Universe, magic is one of the most powerful forces at work. Here are ten reasons that Wakanda was invaded by the Black Order and the army of Outriders. If you can imagine it, Stranges den magical lore probably has it. She eviscerates Ultron sentries and she short-circuits thecore processor that controls him, destroying the indestructible vibranium. After becoming the Sorcerer Supreme, Strange bought the abandoned mansion in New York City that would later become the famous Sanctum Sanctorum. 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. But the one character you perk up when she appears is Scarlet Witch, and that's because she's mesmerizing. As two of the most powerful beings on Earth-616, their magical abilities are incomparable. Scarlet Witch was created by comic book legends Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. As she explained, "I am able to go into someone's head, and they'd never see. In the end, she took her character to another level and is now the iconic Scarlet Witch. Strange's Sorcerer Supreme status granted him immortality, divine powers, and a host of magical artifacts. Who knows how much sooner the battle would have ended if Thanos didn't have backup? But also in Captain America: Civil War, Wanda got a hold of Natasha and flung her across the airport without breaking a sweat. We want to hear from you! Wanda and Pietro, however, survived and her abilities were a side effect because she was exposed to an Infinity Stone. Her telekinesis is so powerful that she can break through vibranium(the same rare metal in Captain America's shield), which is how she was able to rip Ultron's primary body apart to shortcircuit Ultron's central processor. 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. 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. 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. Quicksilver's role in X-Men was brief but scene-stealing. Chaos Magic Reality Warping: Scarlet Witch's main power is the superhuman ability to manipulate chaos magic, given to her by the demon Chthon (imprisoned within Wundagore Mountain) when she was born. Are the Infinity Stones equal in power? With every new series that Wanda Maximoff stars in, we learn a little more about what she can and cant do. In this way, she was able to temporarily merge her consciousness with Ultron's. Because of this, Wanda was able to channel his energy and bring him back to life. 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. Unlike Strange, Wanda has superhuman abilities written into her DNA thanks to years of genetic experimentation via the High Evolutionary. Hes encountered dozens of different demons, witches, sorcerers, and monsters. Thor then spends most of the movie as a mortal. No where else in the entire multiverse is there such a high concentration of mystical items. Wanda's inability to maintain control over her powers have been the cause of several catastrophic events. Subscribe for free to Inverses award-winning daily newsletter! So say "Yeah!" Adidas; Due to the extreme trauma she has endured in her life, she is 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. They are the force behind some of the best superhero franchises in comic book history,and created the characters Thor, X-Men, Hulk, Iron Man, and Fantastic Four. However, sappily enough, his intense love for Scarlet Witch kept his mind in the mortal plane. Wanda cant just do whatever she wants to do because she doesnt have great control over her powers. Scarlet Witch was able to take on Agatha directly and best her in battle, and, interestingly, she's been shown to outmatch Doctor Strange's projection trick. 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. So when a foe of hers is hit with her energy, she can use her telekinesis to inflict further damage. News on all your favorite celebs, reality TV, and movies. In addition, she can get into someone's mind and feel their emotions if they are near her. Frequently, at the helm of these stories are two Marvel veterans: Doctor Stephen Strange and Scarlet Witch. We also see him flying as fast as Superman when using the hammer. Hes a master in almost every scientific field you can imagine, especially engineering and technology, but also magic being one of the mightiest sorcerers in the world. They were orphaned when they were 10 because a bomb explosion killed their parents. We see in Age of Ultron that the experiment failed, which left participants dead. Indeed,WandaVision's bizarre 1950's sitcom setting indicates that the MCU's Scarlet Witch may also have developed the power to affect or even consciously manipulate and control reality itself. Wanda is endowed with telekinesis and telepathy. And, so far, what weve learned is that her powers are (sort of) limitless. She can also fly, stop bullets from her force fields, and can move an explosion to a less-populated area. In this way, she is the strongest Avenger. She is so powerful because she's able to destroy an Infinity Stone, due to her connection to the Mind Stone, which first had givenWanda her powers. Infinity War lived up to its rumors that over 60 characters in the MCU appeared in the film. DoesWanda fit that role? While the twins had straight-to-video films, Olsen also wanted to be an actress. Dr. "[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.". Doctor Strange isnt technically immortal since he can still fall in battle. It's a small difference with negligible evidence. Back in Captain America: Civil War, there's a hint of fondness betweenWanda and Vision. Wanda also has mental manipulation, which she used to combat the Avengers before she became their most powerful ally. Scarlet Witch has done some impressive things since coming on the Marvel scene in 1964. 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