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Doctor Doom's Trusted Ally in Avengers: Doomsday

Doctor Doom's Trusted Ally in Avengers: Doomsday

Oct 14, 2026 - 01:50
Doctor Doom's Trusted Ally in Avengers: Doomsday
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Doctor Doom's Trusted Ally in Avengers: Doomsday

Key Highlights

  • Doctor Doom's trusted ally in Avengers: Doomsday may be Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange.
  • Secret Wars comic connection to Avengers: Doomsday.
  • Avengers: Doomsday release date set for December 18.

Concept art for a new Magic: The Gathering card may have inadvertently revealed a significant plot point in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. The artwork, created by illustrator Jorge Molina, depicts Doctor Doom flanked by a trio of masked Latverian witches, sparking speculation about the character's involvement in the movie.

Molina also shared an earlier version of the scene, which includes 'Boris', a masked ally of Doom. However, it is unlikely that 'Boris' in Avengers: Doomsday will be a new character.

Instead, fans may be surprised to discover that Benedict Cumberbatch'It's Doctor Strange is set to reprise his role as Doom's trusted advisor.

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The connection to Doctor Strange is rooted in the 2015 comic series Secret Wars. There, Strange plays a similar role to Doom's trusted ally as he rules over Battleworld. This storyline is central to the premise of Doomsday, which involves the breaking down of various worlds in the multiverse.

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Further fueling speculation, Cumberbatch initially denied his involvement in Avengers: Doomsday before later confirming his participation in the film. The exact nature of his character's role in the movie remains unclear. Leaving fans to wonder how the Avengers will navigate this new challenge.

Avengers: Doomsday is set to hit cinemas on December 18, including in Infinity Vision. For those still catching up on the MCU, a comprehensive guide on how to watch the Marvel movies in order is available.

Regal Cinemas will offer the limited-edition Magic: The Gathering card featuring the artwork, which will be available after Doomsday screenings. The card's release date has not been officially announced.

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As the Avengers face their next challenge, fans are eagerly anticipating the film's release. With the involvement of Doctor Strange and the potential for a twist, Doomsday promises to be an exciting addition to the MCU.

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The film will be shown at Regal Cinemas, with the limited-edition Magic: The Gathering card available after screenings.

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