Daredevil’s Ending Hints Ironheart Will Bring The Hood’s Rise to Power in the MCU

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If the storyline from “Daredevil: Born Again” is brought to life in Marvel Comics, it could pave the way for “Ironheart.” Details about “Ironheart’s” tale were scarce until recently, when Marvel Studios unveiled an “Ironheart” trailer less than a month before its premiere on Disney+ on June 24. With this upcoming release, fans of the MCU are eager to know where Riri Williams’ story will go next in the universe. Since information is limited, they have been speculating about what could happen as “Ironheart” potentially introduces a character who might take over Tony Stark’s role.

It has been disclosed that Parker Robbins, more commonly known as the Hood, will take a significant role in an upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe series. In Marvel Comics lore, the Hood is a notorious villain who possesses a mystical cloak infused with demonic energy. Whispers indicate that Mephisto might be the one bestowing the Hood with his powers during the Ironheart series, instead of the usual source, Dormammu from the Dark Dimension. Already, elements of Robbins’ storyline in the MCU have been subtly set up as far back as Daredevil: Born Again.

The Hood’s Marvel Comics Story Sees Him Try To Become New York’s Next Kingpin

He Does So When Kingpin Is Mayor Of New York

In one of his comic book adventures, the character known as Parker Robbins sets out on a power grab, aiming to seize control of New York’s crime scene and fill the void left by Wilson Fisk, also known as the Kingpin. His strategy involves creating a criminal empire of his own, which he initiates by reviving a notorious figure called Hammerhead, another criminal with aspirations to rule over New York’s underworld.

At a point when Kingpin holds the mayoral position in New York City, Robbins makes his move. The Hood even engages in a meeting with Fisk to share his plans. He also meets with other crime leaders to strategize about partitioning New York into territories they could each control individually. However, the Hood’s plans are foiled by the collective efforts of the Defenders: Daredevil, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, and Iron Fist. Although it seems unlikely that the Defenders will feature in Ironheart, the foundation laid by Daredevil: Born Again is hard to overlook.

The MCU’s Current Setup Following Daredevil: Born Again Season 1’s Ending Means Ironheart’s Hood Could Mirror This Storyline

Kingpin Is Now The Mayor Of New York

One key aspect of Hood’s bid for the Kingpin role is that the previous Kingpin, who was once the mayor of New York, now holds this position. In Daredevil: Born Again, Wilson Fisk’s mayoral status was set up early on, eventually leading to a tougher stance against vigilantes using a task force prepared to commit cold-blooded murders to instill fear and chaos. The finale of Daredevil: Born Again showed a city-wide blackout during which this task force executed extrajudicial killings, and Fisk solidified his control by bringing rebellious factions under his command.

It appears that Ironheart might collaborate with Anthony Ramos’ character Parker Robbins next. Based on the Ironheart trailer and additional plot details, it seems that Riri Williams needs financial assistance and may find it in Robbins, who could potentially recruit her to boost his own power position amidst the chaotic New York situation. This dynamic is suggested from the very beginning of the Ironheart trailer, where Robbins is seen gathering forces for an unspecified purpose.

Ironheart’s Trailer Already Teases That The Hood Is Building His Forces

Parker Robbins Subjects Riri To An “Interview”

In the beginning, the trailer for Ironheart shows Riri walking into a locked shop and stepping onto an elevator that abruptly halts during her ride. Shortly after, she receives instructions over an intercom from someone named Robbins, who sets her a challenging test. Failing this test could potentially lead to her being asphyxiated. However, instead of following Robbins’ orders, Riri escapes the elevator in a way she devises herself. This act impresses Robbins, who then invites her to join forces with him, offering a pile of money as an incentive.

As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but notice that Riri seems to be meeting with someone who holds some form of criminal power, given she’s visiting Robbins and engaging in an unconventional conversation. It’s reasonable to speculate that this isn’t the only such encounter and that the Hood is assembling a team of skilled individuals for his criminal enterprise. If this is true, then it’s possible that Ironheart is preparing to delve into Robbins’ Kingpin story or setting up a future appearance by the Hood in an upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe project.

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2025-05-19 06:51