New ‘Thunderbolts*’ Trailer Sparks Theory That the MCU is Introducing Its Own Homelander

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As a seasoned gamer and comic book enthusiast with over two decades under my belt, I’ve seen countless heroes rise and fall, some more spectacularly than others. The ‘Thunderbolts’ trailer has certainly piqued my interest, particularly the intriguing introduction of Sentry, one of Marvel Comics’ most powerful characters.

The trailer for ‘Thunderbolts’ has just been unveiled, providing an authentic sneak peek of the movie following the widespread sharing of leaked footage from its initial showing at D23. Consequently, we now have a more defined picture of the characters and the hints that were subtly suggested in the trailer.

In the realm of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), ‘Thunderbolts’ is poised to be similar to DC Comics’ Suicide Squad, but with a twist: it will additionally bring into play one of Marvel Comics’ mightiest heroes – Sentry.

In simpler terms, Lewis Pullman is cast as the character Sentry, and while the actor has given a few clues about the character’s abilities, the trailer also highlights his remarkable indestructibility.

It’s worth noting that even though the trailer didn’t give away many details about Sentry, some keen viewers have noticed a striking resemblance between him and Homelander from ‘The Boys’, as both characters seem to be artificially created superheroes.

As a gamer, I’ve got an intriguing thought about Sentry in the upcoming game. It’s based on a particular scene from the trailer where several different hairstyles for Sentry are shown. This could mean that not only are they fine-tuning his powers, but also focusing on enhancing his look to make him more attractive and marketable.

The Sentry is a fictional character created for superhero roles. You’ll notice various hairstyles and emblem concepts designed for him, intended to make him appealing and marketable within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

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These identical images also reveal a variety of styles for Sentry’s renowned belt buckle, suggesting subtly that each detail in his appearance has been meticulously designed to serve public relations and advertising objectives.

In contrast to Robert Reynold’s comic book backstory, where he inadvertently acquired superpowers, the comics portray Sentry (Robert Reynolds) as gaining his powers intentionally through consuming a highly powerful Golden Sentry Serum, which is similar yet stronger than the one used to make Captain America.

In a turn of unexpected events, Reynolds – a man wrestling with inner turmoil – uncovered the potent serum by secretly entering Professor Cornelius’ lab. Designed to enhance a super-soldier beyond measure, this serum bestowed upon him an astonishing power akin to “a million suns igniting simultaneously.

Despite gaining near all-powerful abilities, Sentry grapples with a malevolent counterpart, the Void, and endures spells of madness. It’s intriguing to anticipate how the Marvel Cinematic Universe will portray this layered character and whether his creators might later wish they had not given him such depth. Like Homelander, Sentry’s unpredictable psyche is a characteristic he possesses.

Moreover, this “manufactured hero” concept seems consistent with whispers from recent weeks, hinting at Marvel Cinematic Universe’s potential plans for a World War Hulk storyline. It appears that various organizations, businesses, and military groups are competing to create their own superheroes, all aiming to dominate the superpowered sector.

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2024-09-24 10:44