Scott Lang is back. The first trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania featured one of Marvel’s most popular heroes, apparently having a great time in his life. But also an unusual tour of his future plot. something that shows that Marvel’s First Phase Five Movie Is Much More Important Than You Might Assume.
Especially, because the production shows two elements of considerable importance in the face of the multiversal saga that will cover the following stories of the franchise. On the one hand, the Quantum Realm, which already had a prominent role in Avengers: Endgame. On the other hand, the arrival of the central villain of the new phase. Kang the Conqueror was included in the final chapter of the series Loki. But, now, it will arrive in all its evil glory for the third sub-franchise film, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.
Even more interesting is that the story seems to tie both the subatomic realm and the way the villain traverses timelines. Known for his ability to use technology to influence time and the shape of reality, Kang seems to have an interest in a new space. Which, without a doubt, I would put Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania at a point essential to understanding whatever happens from then on in the multiverse.
But what other interesting data did the trailer include? Here’s a rundown of all the new (and critically important) information that Peyton Reed’s first look at the movie brings to Marvel’s upcoming narratives.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and his tribute to the Ant-Man comic
One of the points of interest that the trailer showed was the appearance of Hope Van Dyne, who now sports short dark hair. Although she may seem superficial, it is not a minor detail. In the comic, the Wasp character looks the same. However, until now, the heroine shared her costume with her mother, Janet. Hank Pym’s daughter’s change in appearance seems to suggest that she will most likely hold the title exclusively from now on.
Since her arrival in comics in Tales to Astonish #44 June 1963, the Wasp has been a classic Marvel character. It is more than likely that the heroine will have a prominent role in phase five of the publisher’s cinematic universe.
The superhero family grows
The trailer of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania shows that the Pym family is back in full. But this time it also includes Cassie Lang. Played by Kathryn Newton, the character seems to be the trigger for the entire situation that will take place in the plot.
The interesting thing about the new protagonism of the eldest daughter Lang is that it’s probably about the introduction of Stature, his heroic alter ego. The character is part of the team of young avengers. What seems to be a confirmation that, despite the fact that there is still no news about it, the future of the project is becoming more and more evident. But even more intriguing is that part of his history in the comics is integrated with that of Kang the Conqueror.
In Young Avengers Vol. 1 #2–5, published in 2013, Iron Land, the younger version of Kang, and Cassie have a significant role. As the future villain tries to find help in defeating one of the versions of him in the future, Stature will have the opportunity to demonstrate his abilities. In this way, she begins to be part of the group of very young heroes. Could something similar happen in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania?
A new territory to discover
Until now, the Quantum Realm had been a kind of uncharted and slightly mysterious territory. Halfway between a bridge between dimensions and an irregularity in reality, the subatomic territory was an unknown quantity. But the trailer of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania made it clear that the journey through the fracture of space and time will be total. So much so that its landscapes have been transformed from a colorful and inexplicable expanse into, in fact, a kingdom.
But, beyond that, it is also a universe in itself and profusely inhabited. From monstrous creatures, beings with an anthropomorphic appearance or a stratified city, to a bar. The Quantum Realm in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania it is much more than just an unclassifiable part of reality. Much like the original comic book Microverse, the territory is home to all sorts of hierarchies, explorations of time and space. A novelty that opens up all kinds of new possibilities for Marvel.
Chronopolis arrives at Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
In the comic book world, Chronopolis is a multiversal city ruled and built by Kang, the Conqueror. First appeared in Captain America Annual #11 in July 1992, is on the outskirts of timeless limbo. Something that allows the villain to slip in and out of reality as needed.
The city has become increasingly complicated and important, as Kang’s role in Marvel’s publishing world has grown larger. According to its fictional history, it is circular in shape and covered by a huge transparent dome. It also contains temporary doors of each universe that the villain has managed to conquer. From what could be seen in the brief image of the trailer for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania that shows it, its version live action it will be very similar.
those mysterious rings
In several of the moments of the advance of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, a series of concentric metal rings can be seen. Either hovering over an unidentified city or in front of Janet’s hands. And every time it is notorious that there are inscriptions in some unknown language. In fact, these are artifacts directly related to Kang, Chronopolis and time travel.
But, even more, in the trailer it seems clear that Kang’s temporary displacements will have a direct relationship with the rings. Something that relates the character to some of the most enigmatic moments of phase four of Marvel. In Eternals, the characters wore rings/bracelets that allowed them to communicate with each other. Also in Shang-Chi and the legend of the Ten Rings, Mandarin and the titular hero carry similar artifacts. As if that wasn’t enough, mrs marvel he discovered his powers thanks to a bracelet covered in inscriptions much like the rings shown in the trailer. Will all this have an explanation in the history of Ant-Man?
heart of eternity
In the comics, Chronopolis’s source of energy is an artifact of power called the “Heart of Eternity”. In fact, the mechanism is what allows Kang to move his headquarters in and out of reality. Something he could very well have used to reach the Quantum Realm, too.
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That it was shown in the trailer is not a coincidence. It is more than likely that the Pyms and, of course, Scott himself, try to steal it to return to the physical reality that belongs to them. Which, of course, will lead to a head-on confrontation with the central villain of phase five. Kang the Conqueror closes the trailer looking very much like he does in the comics. Which makes it clear that the most perverse, cruel and violent version of The One Who Remains will make his entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.