New Avengers: One World Under Doom to Amaze Fans

Just when I thought I was out... Robert Downey Jr. and the Russo brothers are pulling me back in! If Marvel's latest announcements are anything to go by, Doom's reign will mark an era rather than a fleeting event, akin to the Dark Reign, stretching across most of 2025 with Dr. Doom at the helm as World Emperor, Sorcerer Supreme, and leader of the Superior Avengers.

As you might expect, the Superior Avengers will feature a roster of villains, albeit with a twist: familiar names donned by new characters. Here's a rundown of the lineup:

• Abomination will be portrayed by Kristoff, Doom's adopted son and Reed Richards' half-brother.
• Dr. Octopus will be a new female character, distinct from the known Caroline Trainer (Lady Octopus).
• Ghost will be a nameless woman, known from the Ant-Man series.
• Killmonger will take on a new form, deviating from his usual portrayal.
• Malekith will represent the Black Elves, remaining on Earth.
• Onslaught will also join the ranks.

This intriguing new series, Superior Avengers, is set to launch in April, penned by Steve Fox (known for works like X-Men '92: House of XCII, Dark X-Men, Dead X-Men, and Spider-Woman) and illustrated by Luca Maresca (famous for X-Men: Forever and Children of the Vault). It will span six issues.

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This concept isn't entirely new. For instance, during the Dark Avengers saga in 2009, Norman Osborn replaced the Avengers with villains masquerading as heroes, including Iron Patriot, Scorpion as Spider-Man, Moonstone as Ms. Marvel, Swordsman as Hawkeye, Daken as Wolverine, Sentry, Marvel Boy, and Ares. Similarly, in the Secret Empire event, Hydra assembled its own Avengers team with members like the unworthy Thor, Vision controlled by Arnim Zola, Scarlet Witch controlled by Chthon, Deadpool, Superior Octopus, Taskmaster, and Black Ant.

The question on everyone's mind is: How did Dr. Doom achieve such monumental power? Let's explore the stepping stones that led to the creation of "One World Under Doom" to keep you informed.

Table of Content

• Emperor Doom
• President Doom 2099
• Secret Wars
• Blood Hunt

Emperor Doom

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While Emperor Doom by David Michelini and Bob Hall from 1987 might be the first comic that comes to mind, it's not essential reading for understanding Doom's global ambitions. However, his theft of the Silver Surfer's cosmic power in Fantastic Four #57 marks a significant moment. Emperor Doom captures the essence of Doom ruling the world with its straightforward and compelling premise.

President Doom 2099

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In the Doom 2099 series by Warren Ellis and Pat Broderick, Doom's future self nearly conquers America. This series is a highlight of Marvel's 2099 line and showcases Doom's audacious claims like "America is the greatest threat to the planet" and his intention to "save the world by protecting America," reflecting his grandest ambitions.

Secret Wars

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Mentioning Doom's greatest conquests brings us to his role in Secret Wars (2015) by Jonathan Hickman. As the God-Emperor, Doom's actions in marrying Sue Storm, transforming Johnny Storm into Sunshine, and establishing Ben Grimm as the Wall highlight his quest for power and immortality, all under the guise of good governance. This storyline remains a fan favorite for showcasing what Doom would do with ultimate power.

Blood Hunt

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The most direct path to "One World Under Doom" comes from the 2024 Vampire Invasion event, Blood Hunt, by Jed McKay and Pepe Larraz. As vampirism threatens the world, Doctor Strange turns to Dr. Doom for help. Doom insists on becoming Sorcerer Supreme to wield the necessary magic, a position he retains even after the crisis, as Dr. Strange acknowledges the world's ongoing peril.

As we await further developments and a complete script from Robert Downey Jr. and the Russo brothers in February, let's dive into a world dominated by none other than Dr. Doom himself.