Marvel Finally Confirms the Fate of Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch (But Is It Canon?)

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In an official confirmation that has long been debated among fans since 2022, Marvel has now confirmed that the Scarlet Witch is indeed deceased. This revelation was made in TVA #5, where a newly established Nightmare informs Ghost-Spider of a Wanda Maximoff found frozen within one of the Time Variance Authority’s restricted timelines. However, it’s crucial to note that while this version of Wanda has been discovered, the original Scarlet Witch, who was buried under Mount Wundagore in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, is confirmed to have perished permanently.

The comic definitively ends speculation about whether Elizabeth Olsen’s character, Wanda, secretly survived the temple collapse in the Sam Raimi-directed film. Fans had earlier pointed to a brief visual during the scene – a fleeting flash of red energy resembling Wanda’s magical energy – as potential evidence that she might be alive. However, TVA #5 clarifies the situation: the found Wanda is from another timeline. This implies that the original Scarlet Witch, belonging to the primary Marvel Cinematic Universe, has passed away.

Nightmare Makes His MCU-Connected Debut and Confirms Wanda’s Fate

A New Villain, A Final Answer

In this fresh interpretation, we encounter Nightmare, an iconic Marvel antagonist with deep-seated ties to the spookier realms of the comics. For the first time, he emerges as a multiversal peril directly connected to the MCU. Despite his preference for disorder, he sheds light in this instance. As he clashes with Ghost-Spider, Nightmare discloses that he’s been tracing a Wanda counterpart across the multiverse. The introduction of Nightmare, delivering such a pivotal revelation with significant implications for the MCU, hints at the growing commitment of the franchise to explore the supernatural and horror aspects of its lore – from “Werewolf by Night” to “Agatha All Along”.

The latest move aligns with Marvel’s strategy of using comic books to clarify confusing plot points following “Avengers: Endgame.” Previously, they used tie-in issues to reboot significant characters before “Secret Invasion.” Now, with the TVA series, they are further emphasizing this approach. The death of Wanda Maximoff, a central character, has sparked much discussion among fans since the release of the “Doctor Strange” sequel during the pandemic, where she appeared to die. Given that Marvel’s future plans revolve around infinite timelines, the role of comics in confirming a key figure’s fate like Wanda Maximoff cannot be underestimated.

In the realm of multiple realities, Marvel is stretching its narrative capabilities, sharing tales through various types of media. However, with the MCU going through significant changes before integrating X-Men and the anticipated chaos in “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars,” the authenticity of Wanda’s destiny as depicted in “TVA #5” may be subject to change.

For now, enthusiasts are encouraged to engage their imaginations by picking up issue #5 of TVA, available as of April 30.

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2025-05-02 18:35