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(SeaPRwire) –   Creating a multiverse-focused movie without the God of Mischief seems unthinkable now. While it might have been feasible in the past, the conclusion of Loki Season 2 makes such an omission impractical and illogical. The series provided fans with the most comprehensive understanding of Marvel’s multiverse and its intricate mechanics. Although Kang the Conqueror is no longer the central threat of the Multiverse Saga, disregarding Loki would be unwise. After all, the show’s protagonist (played by Tom Hiddleston) essentially became the multiverse itself at the end of the series, sacrificing himself to bring stability to Marvel’s countless timelines. He has since become arguably the most vital character in the franchise.

Despite how impactful Loki’s ending was, it felt like a risky move for a universe that’s supposed to be heading toward chaos and destruction. With Avengers: Doomsday and its follow-up Secret Wars, the multiverse will undergo both fragmentation and reconstruction, raising questions about Loki’s future in this process.

Hiddleston is understandably unable to reveal much about his role in Doomsday, which marks the first time his character will reunite with the Avengers—and notably his brother Thor (Chris Hemsworth)—in seven years. However, during a recent interview with The River, the actor offered a tantalizing hint about his return, suggesting it will live up to the excitement surrounding it.

“Avengers: Doomsday is going to be magnificent and will defy all your expectations,” Hiddleston shared. “It surprised me when I read the script. I thought, ‘This is going to be extraordinary.’”

We hope Hiddleston’s enthusiasm for the Doomsday script translates into a storyline that honors Loki’s growth. Throughout the MCU, the God of Mischief has often been dealt unfair blows, particularly within the context of the Avengers. To be fair, he initially served as one of their fiercest enemies, so some consequences may have felt deserved. Yet, as the MCU evolved and Loki continued to suffer setbacks, justifying those narrative choices grew increasingly difficult. Loki directly addressed this issue, deepening the character’s complexity and giving him a meaningful purpose. Most importantly, the series brought closure to his arc. This makes his upcoming appearance in Doomsday particularly nerve-wracking, given the history of past Avengers films undermining his development to deliver emotional punches to Thor. But considering Hiddleston’s comments about defying expectations, there’s reason to believe Doomsday will break from tradition.

Loki’s conclusion in his own series was near-perfect, but nothing remains static in the MCU. Optimistically, Doomsday could surpass even the highest stakes already present, offering something bigger and more surprising than fans anticipate.

Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters on December 18.