How Avengers: Endgame Transforms Star-Lord’s Journey in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3!

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The narrative of “Avengers: Endgame” connects with the upcoming “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” enhancing Star-Lord’s storyline in the 2023 MCU film, which I never thought about before. Though the Guardians have generally been self-contained within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), they’ve still managed to intertwine with other Marvel tales. The latest crossover was with Thor’s story in “Thor: Love & Thunder,” but they also played significant roles in both “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame.

In the third and fourth Avengers films, the Guardians of the Galaxy assume significant roles, with Thanos slaying Gamora to seize the Soul Stone on Vormir being a memorable instance, and Star-Lord becoming notorious for hindering the retrieval of Thanos’ Infinity Gauntlet in “Avengers: Infinity War”. Notably, these events in the Avengers series influence parts of “Avengers: Endgame” and Star-Lord’s perspective towards Earth when he returns. These connections could potentially shape aspects of the conclusion of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”, released in 2019.

The Explanation For Star-Lord Leaving Earth After Avengers: Endgame Gives Him A Pretty Intense Perspective About The Planet

It’s not hard to infer that since Peter Quill was abducted from Earth as a child to become the cosmic adventurer we meet in Guardians of the Galaxy, he might have harbored thoughts about revisiting his home planet early on in his Marvel Cinematic Universe journey, even if just for a temporary stay. Given Star-Lord’s fascination with Earth music and celebrities like Kevin Bacon, it seemed that the Guardians’ trip to Earth for Avengers: Endgame’s climactic plot might have offered him an ideal opportunity to reconnect. However, Quill departs Earth shortly after Endgame, for a highly plausible explanation.

Endgame” after being away for a long time, James Gunn, director of the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, shared on Twitter (via Digital Spy) that “Peter Quill found Earth unbearable and left as soon as possible… He strongly associates it with his mother’s death.” This sets up “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” where Quill grapples with the repercussions of “Infinity War” and “Endgame,” primarily due to Star-Lord’s grief over the demise of the original Gamora.

Star-Lord Returning To Earth After Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Means Even More After Learning Why He Left Earth Following Endgame

The revelation that James Gunn’s character, Star-Lord, departed Earth swiftly following Avengers: Endgame due to the deep connection he feels with his mother’s demise and the emotional turmoil it caused, provides a richer understanding of the conclusion in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Specifically, Quill’s choice to revisit Earth and reconcile with his absent grandfather becomes even more impactful. Given that Star-Lord essentially left Earth as soon as he could after Avengers: Endgame, his subsequent decision to seek out Jason Quill makes a strong impression.

In “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” Peter Quill grapples with the reality of losing Gamora, who formed a bond with him and was killed by Thanos, only to find another version of Gamora from time-travel manipulations. Mantis initially notices the stark difference between this new Gamora and the original one, leaving Quill distanced from his apparent only surviving family member. As Star-Lord grapples with these complex emotions, he contemplates reconnecting with someone named Jason, a prospect he had once deemed unimaginable, even on Earth itself.

In the end, what happens gives Star-Lord’s journey a captivating twist. Instead of Peter Quill’s progression being predictable and linear, the Marvel Cinematic Universe presents an opportunity for Star-Lord to reevaluate things such as his desire to stay on Earth, which was considered unimaginable before. This not only enriches his personal narrative, but it also makes it seem more authentic as Quill is shown questioning his past decisions and thoughts in a manner that appears genuine and believable.

Star-Lord’s MCU Arc Makes His Story On Earth Even More Fascinating

The movie Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 delves into Star-Lord’s struggle with staying on Earth for a prolonged period initially, but it subtly portrays this as stemming from his intricate emotions towards Jason Quill and how he dealt with Peter’s mother’s death. This setup paves the way for a satisfying resolution where Peter and Jason reconcile. Interestingly, director James Gunn hints that Peter harbors intense feelings about Earth itself, which caused him to detest being there, however briefly, in Avengers: Endgame, adding depth to the narrative.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but anticipate the intrigue that Star-Lord’s return will bring in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.” His homecoming to a planet he barely knows promises a fish-out-water scenario where Peter Quill grapples with or has already grappled with his birthplace, a world he scarcely understands. This notion is reinforced by the film itself, as Peter’s struggle to maneuver a conventional car underscores his alien upbringing.

Moreover, the memory of his tumultuous past on Earth weighs heavily on Star-Lord. The last time he was here, he despised it, hurriedly left, and associates the entire planet with his mother’s heartbreaking demise. Given this history, it’s evident that this stage in his journey could add layers of complexity to his already rich character.

The revelation in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 about Meredith Quill’s death—that it was caused by a tumor created in her head by Star-Lord’s father Ego—has undoubtedly deepened the emotional turmoil surrounding her passing and his connection to Earth for Star-Lord. This complex emotional state makes his potential return to ordinary Earth life with his grandfather, after many years spent in space, all the more challenging, yet it also presents an opportunity for Peter to confront and heal from past traumas related to his childhood.

It’s unclear when and where Star-Lord might reappear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). There’s a possibility that he could show up in either “Avengers: Doomsday” or “Secret Wars,” but as of now, none of the Guardians of the Galaxy cast have been officially confirmed for these films. Even if the Guardians do appear in one of these movies, Peter Quill might not necessarily be with them because a new team is already operating without him. However, when Star-Lord does return to the MCU, it would be great if his Earth experiences are given importance, considering the impact of “Avengers: Endgame.

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2025-05-30 23:20