Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3: What’S Next For Mantis’ Future Explained

Welcome back, Marvel fans! We've all been eagerly awaiting the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and while we're excited to see what's next for the new formation of the team, there's another character that has captured our hearts - Mantis. So, what's in store for our favorite butt-kicking bug who just wants to give you a hug? Let's speculate on that speculation Nation!

Mantis on Her Own Adventure

At the end of Guardians 3, after Star-Lord announces his departure from the team, Mantis also decides to go her own way. She expresses her desire to live her own life and experience the Universe on her own terms. This opens up the possibility for Mantis to appear solo in other Marvel projects in the future. With her newfound independence, the opportunities are endless for our beloved Mantis.

Potential Projects for Mantis

Considering all the upcoming projects in the MCU, there are a few likely places where we could see Mantis make an appearance. These include Secret Invasion, Marvel's Vision Quest, Nova, Eternals 2, Captain America: New World Order, and Thunderbolts. That's quite a list, so let's dive into why I believe Mantis could fit into these projects.

Mantis and the Marvels

In the upcoming Marvels movie, we know that Monica, Carol, and Kamala will be embarking on a wild space adventure. Given Mantis's strong roots to the Cree race in the comics, it's possible that she could cross paths with the Marvels during their journey. Additionally, Mantis's connection to the celestial Madonna storyline opens up the potential for her to encounter religious Cree priests who can teach her more about her celestial potential.

Secret Invasion and Captain America: New World Order

While both Secret Invasion and Captain America 4 have earth-centric narratives, the revelation of alien infiltration and xenophobia could play a significant role in these stories. Thunderbolt Ross, as president, may spearhead a super reactionary fear of all aliens, leading to the unethical detention of alien immigrants. Could Mantis, who may want to revisit Earth at some point, find herself on Sword's list of potential detainees? This could open up an opportunity for her to join the Thunderbolts, a team she would be a fantastic addition to.

Mantis's Return for the Big Avengers Movies

Even if Mantis doesn't appear in the previously mentioned projects, we can definitely expect her return for the announced Avengers movies, Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars. These all-hands-on-deck events will likely bring back Mantis and Star-Lord for some epic battles. It's an exciting time for Marvel fans!

Nova and Vision Quest

Two projects that have been announced but not officially slated are Nova and Vision Quest. In the aftermath of Thanos's decimation of Xandar, the capital planet of the Nova Empire, Mantis could team up with Nova in his quest to protect the galaxy. Additionally, given their close relationship in the comics, Vision Quest could be a perfect opportunity for Mantis and Vision to learn and grow together as individuals.

Eternals 2 and Mantis's Celestial Potential

While an Eternals 2 project has yet to be officially announced, we can expect the celestials to shake up the MCU in a big way. Mantis, being the daughter of a Celestial, could have a significant influence among her celestial race. She may play a crucial role in persuading the eternals to spare Earth. With her celestial brother Peter (Star-Lord) on Earth as well, Mantis and Star-Lord could become the voices of the celestials in defense of the planets they love.

Conclusion

So, there you have it, Marvel fans! These are the likely projects where we could see our favorite bug, Mantis, in the near future. Whether it's her own solo adventure or teaming up with other Marvel characters, Mantis's journey is sure to be filled with excitement and growth. Let's eagerly await her return and see what the Marvel Cinematic Universe has in store for this lovable character. Stay tuned, true believers!