Who Could Have Snapped The Infinity Gauntlet and Survived?
In Avengers Endgame, it seemed like there were many heroes who could have taken the Infinity Gauntlet, snapped Thanos' snap away, and lived, but it was Iron Man who was destined for this fate.
Why Didn't Other Heroes Snap?
We know it was Iron Man's moment to do what was necessary in Avengers Endgame. Let's go through those who might have been capable:
- Hulk Endgame - Though he had already done it, he had been weakened significantly.
- Thor Endgame - He wasn't emotionally ready to take such a burden at the time.
- Captain Marvel Endgame - She didn't fully understand the plan to undo Thanos' snap.
- Captain America Endgame - His role required that he survive to return the stones and had to resist grabbing the gauntlet from Thanos!
- Scarlet Witch Endgame - Although powerful, she hadn't been fully integrated back into the plan at the time.
- Ikaris Eternals - His powers might be vast, but his devotion to his ideals and how they fit with humanity prevented him from assisting.
- Gilgamesh Eternals - As part of Eternals Endgame, he was bound to their rule to not intervene in the affairs of humans.
- Vision WandaVision - Unfortunately, he was already "destroyed" when the Time Heist began and wouldn't have been part of the plan.
- Deadpool MCU - Since he is part of the Fox universe, and the characters from Fox weren't available yet in the MCU.
Could These Characters Still Survive A Snap?
The Infinity Gauntlet has massive and unexpected powers. We know that Hulk's abilities meant that he would likely survive another Snap, though it might further weaken him. Captain Marvel Endgame could probably survive due to her powerful abilities, while both Captain America Endgame, and Scarlet Witch Endgame have vast powers that would potentially make the snap possible for them. Remember that Groot Guardians of the Galaxy could be restored after a snap if he was destroyed!
How Could the Other Heroes Have Survived the Infinity Gauntlet?
Many other MCU Characters have strong and interesting powers, and potentially even other options exist! These characters were a bit beyond the snap and could still have survived, though we haven't seen them take action. These characters include:
- Doctor Doom MCU - His mastery of magic could mean a snap was possible.
- Deadpool MCU - The "Merc with a Mouth" would survive just about anything!
Was Iron Man's Sacrifice a Vital Part of Avengers: Endgame?
Even with several heroes possessing incredible power, it's clear the role Iron Man had in Avengers Endgame was both a critical and dramatic point. This Sacrifice had a significant impact and left many wondering how different things might have turned out.
Will This Impact the Future of the MCU?
We can assume that Iron Man's sacrifice was not for nothing. Robert Downey Jr MCU presence is forever embedded, as he's become one of the biggest personalities. There are many other ways the MCU is bound to deliver new and captivating stories! Keep an eye out to find out more!
