Imagining the Future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: A Post-Credits Teaser for Avengers 4
The upcoming release of Avengers 4 leaves fans eagerly anticipating the next set of adventures. Could the post-credits scene be a genuine teaser that hints at a future franchise? Let's dive into a fan-favorite scenario that ties the Earth defense system with the Fantastic Four, creating a thrilling setup for the next big cinematic battles.
The Introduction of the Earth Defense System
In the post-credits scene, we see a small spaceship floating above Earth, equipped with Stark Industries branding on the side. The camera pans over to the crew members, who are in various states of excitement and frustration. One of the main characters, who is described as the pilot, starts complaining about the mission:
Pilot: How much longer do we have to do this?
A Message from Captain Stark
The second crew member tries to reassure the pilot by talking about the honor of the mission and the romantic elements of being in space. The third crew member disapproves, but the pilot’s attention is drawn to a terrifying event happening outside:
Crew Member 3: Yuck! Get a room, you two.
Pilot (as romantic humor for the second crew member continutes): Besides, if the lady wants a real man, and not some brainiac, she knows who to come see. She looks out the window. Oh my god! What's that!
The Arrival of the Cosmic Threat
The camera shifts to show a wave of energy barreling towards the spaceship. The second crew member orders the pilot to brace for impact as the energy hits, knocking out the power. The screen goes black, and when it flickers back on, a fire has started. The pilot manages to put it out, but in the dark, the crew becomes panicky when they realize someone is missing:
Crew Member 2: Sue, where are you?
Girl (Sue): Reed, I'm right here next to Johnny.
Crew Member 2: I see Johnny, but I don't see you.
Girl: Oh! It felt like someone grabbed me. She looks and sees a hand. She panics because the other two people in the room are 10 feet away.
Hand (Came Through Flickering Lights): Omg, Reed! Your arm!
Crew Member 2: Freaking out! Ahh! My arm! What happened!
Pilot: There's loud stomping as the pilot comes to check out Crew Member 2. Then you catch a glimpse of his face in the flickering lights. Oh my god Ben! What happened to your face!
Crew Member 2: Looks in the mirror and sees a rocky face looking back. He starts screaming. Suddenly, Crew Member 3 catches on fire, and everyone starts screaming. Then the screen goes black, and the scene ends.
The Setup for the Fantastic Four
This scenario sets up a perfect introduction to the Fantastic Four, who could be affected by the Earth defense system's exposure to cosmic rays. It also provides a smooth jump to the next Marvel Cinematic Universe project without the need for an origin story.
The post-credits scene hints at a larger, more complex storyline involving the Fantastic Four, setting the stage for future adventure and making it an exciting teaser for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.