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A new character to House of the Dragon makes an appearance during Daemon's vision at the weirwood tree in Harrenhal who is revealed to be none other than the Brynden Rivers, Three-Eyed Crow. Brynden Rivers, also known as Bloodraven, is a significant character in George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series as well as HBO's Game of Thrones adaptation. Brynden Rivers is one of the many illegitimate children of King Aegon IV Targaryen, known as Aegon the Unworthy. His mother was Melissa Blackwood, making him a Blackwood by maternal lineage. He has a distinctive appearance, with pale skin, white hair, and a wine-red birthmark covering one side of his face, resembling a raven, which earned him the nickname Bloodraven. Bloodraven was rumored to be a skilled sorcerer and a master of espionage. He served as the Hand of the King and master of whisperers during the reign of his nephew, King Aerys I Targaryen. Bloodraven was crucial in suppressing the Blackfyre Rebellions, a series of uprisings led by the legitimized bastard Daemon Blackfyre and his descendants. Although Brynden carried the Valyrian steel longsword Dark Sister and was a skilled swordsman, he was also an expert bowman who preferred to use his tall weirwood longbow. After the end of the Blackfyre threat, Bloodraven was eventually exiled to the Wall by King Aegon V Targaryen. At the Wall, he joined the Night's Watch and rose to the position of Lord Commander. He later disappeared beyond the Wall and became the Three-Eyed Crow (or Three-Eyed Raven in the TV adaptation), a powerful greenseer and mentor to Bran Stark. As the Three-Eyed Crow, Bloodraven plays a crucial role in Bran Stark's journey, teaching him about his greenseer abilities and the importance of the past, present, and future in the fight against the White Walkers. In the TV series Game of Thrones , the Three-Eyed Raven is a mysterious and ancient character who possesses the ability to see into the past, present, and future through visions. Although his real name is not explicitly mentioned in the show, he is based on Brynden Rivers from George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series. The Three-Eyed Raven becomes a mentor to Bran Stark, teaching him how to use his greenseer abilities and warg into other beings. He resides in a cave beyond the Wall, hidden and protected by ancient magic, and is accompanied by the Children of the Forest, who assist and protect him. Deeply connected to the weirwood trees, the Three-Eyed Raven uses them as conduits for his visions. Bran learns to access these visions by touching the weirwood trees and tapping into their power. The Three-Eyed Raven's primary goal is to pass on his knowledge and abilities to Bran, preparing him to become the new Three-Eyed Raven. This transition is crucial in the overarching battle against the White Walkers and the Night King. In the TV series, the Three-Eyed Raven is initially portrayed by Struan Rodger in Season 4 and later by Max von Sydow in Seasons 6. Brynden Rivers' complex history and transformation into the Three-Eyed Crow make him a fascinating and pivotal character in the lore of A Song of Ice and Fire , and his role is central to Bran Stark's development. Follow @ Westerosies and @ NexusPointNews for more updates from HBO's Game of Thrones Universe.

WARNING: This review contains spoilers for The Dragon Prince Season 6. The Dragon Prince returns with a season filled with rich character moments and new exciting lore. The series finally fives more insight into its main villain Aaravos and I must say it is a tricky one. Viren's Redemption The standout storyline of the season is Viren's emotional turmoil. Devastated by the realization that he has led his daughter Claudia down a path of darkness and corruption, Viren is overcome with remorse. He has also failed his son, Soren, in his quest to save Aaravos. Desperate to make things right, Viren surrenders to Katolis and is imprisoned. While in prison, Viren pleads with Soren, but Soren rightfully refuses to forgive him. It is revealed that Viren began using dark magic to save Soren when he was a baby suffering from a severe illness. This desperate act initiated his corruption and ultimately drove his wife away. Years of darkness and corruption have clouded Viren's memory of why he started down this path in the first place. Viren's cruelty toward his son and his influence on Claudia to follow his dark path weigh heavily on him. He now remembers his original intentions and regrets everything he has done. In a heartwrenching moment, he tells Claudia, "You do anything for your children, not the other way around." Despite recognizing his mistakes, he still neglects to address Claudia, who is almost beyond saving. Viren wants to explain to Soren why he did what he did but realizes that the truth would only burden his son. It wouldn't make Soren feel better; instead, it would make him feel terrible for being the cause of all the bloodshed and catastrophes. In this moment, Viren finally acts like a father and chooses to protect his son from further pain. And Viren finally gets his redemption by sacrificing himself to protect innocent people. Callum and Rayla: Quest For Love Callum and Rayla go on a quest to stop Aaravos and save Rayla's parents. This adventure, however, is as much about their personal journey as it is about their mission. Deep down, it is about Callum and Rayla coming to terms with their love for each other and learning to accept it. As they set out on their quest, the tension between their sense of duty and their love for each other becomes increasingly apparent. Callum, always the supportive partner, stands by Rayla's side, but he cannot ignore the emotional distance that her dedication to larger causes often creates. Rayla, torn between her commitment to the greater good and her feelings for Callum, struggles to find a balance. During their journey, Rayla discovers the diary of Esmeralda, a legendary captain who once faced a similar dilemma. Esmeralda chose adventure over love and was left with a lifetime of regret. Her writings resonate deeply with Rayla, who sees a reflection of her own life in Esmeralda's story. Rayla has abandoned Callum before, prioritizing her mission over their relationship. The diary becomes a mirror that shows Rayla the potential consequences of continuing down that path. When they eventually reach to The Starscraper, we get to see that the darkness and doubt inside Callum is fixed by one big truth: his love for Rayla. However, the journey to the Starscraper offers much more than personal revelations. It introduces the Celestial Elves. The design and aesthetics of the Celestial Elves, the Starscraper, and the surrounding heavens are nothing short of stunning and make this mystical place feel both ancient and otherworldly. The ethereal beauty and intricate details of these elements elevate the series' fairytale-like nature. Claudia and Aaravos: "However dangerous, however vile..." Being abandoned by her mother, brother, friends, and father, Claudia faces a profound identity crisis. Racquel Belmonte brings incredible depth and emotion to the character, you have no choice but to feel sympathy for her plight despite her terrible actions. While there is a glimpse of hope for her character when she decides to give up dark magic, it lasts until she finds her dad's body under the ruins and she falls for Aaravos's manipulations once again. Aaravos, the master manipulator, is great at influencing not only the characters within the series but also the audience. His tragic backstory—losing his daughter, the sea of Castout being formed from his tears of a hundred years, and his prison being his daughter's carcass—paints a picture of sorrow and evokes so much sympathy for the character. I felt bad for him, but then again he didn't even give Claudia time to grief before starting to use her for his own gain. Even Terry suggests that the narrative is twisted and driven by revenge, there must be more to Aaravos's story than what is initially presented. There was a point where I thought the series nuanced portrayal of the characters would extend to Aaravos as well, but I believe we have to wait for the final season to find that out. The penultimate season of The Dragon Prince delivers a captivating blend of emotional depth, rich character development and world-building. The series continues to make the audience empathize with almost every character by providing thoughtful backstories and compelling motivations.  It's refreshing to see a narrative where characters are not portrayed as evil for the sake of being evil, but rather as complex individuals shaped by their experiences and choices. Rating: 4/5 The Dragon Prince Season 6 is now streaming on Netflix.

The World of Ice and Fire is expanding, and it's much bigger than some who are unfamiliar with author George R.R. Martin's work would think. However, the question we must ask ourselves is which projects are joining Game of Thrones , House of the Dragon , and the newly put into production, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms : The Hedge Knight , in HBO's fantasy-epic cinematic universe. Join us as we dive into all the projects that are potentially looking to go into production and some that have been moved onto the shelf.   LIVE-ACTION PRODUCTIONS   Aegon’s Conquest:   Before the Dragons reigned over the Seven Kingdoms, Westeros was divided between seven squabbling kings who were almost always at war with one another. Under the reign of the First High King, Aegon the Conqueror, Westeros, apart from Dorne for some time, would know only one ruler. An Aegon’s Conquest live-action series will likely follow King Aegon Targaryen and his sister-wives, Queen Visenya and Queen Rhaenys, as they used their dragons and military might to conquer and unite Westeros under the Targaryen Dynasty. Together forging the Iron Throne and the very realm we came to adoration within HBO's Game of Thrones. Although the story of the conquest may appear to be quite flashy, with great dragons burning castles and fields and beautiful and astute silver-haired Valyrians upon their backs, there has been deep speculation and concern revolving around the series from fans online. From one perspective, some fans believe the story of the conquest to be dull due to the perceived easy victory the conquerors faced against their foes. Some others, however, feel as though the figures of King Aegon, Queen Visenya, and Queen Rhaenys are so illustrious that they are simply too grand to be correctly depicted on screen at the hands of a writer other than perhaps George R.R. Martin himself.   After their experience with the final seasons of Game of Thrones, as well as their concerns about its successor series, House of the Dragon, it is not unreasonable for some fans to feel as they do in regards to how the narrative would be written and its characters depicted. However, the concerns of an uninteresting series fall short. As a serialized drama, it would be intriguing to depict the conflict of the conquest from the perspectives of both the conquerors and the kings they faced in battle. This duality may add a deep layer of complexity to the story without whitewashing the horrific actions and laws of some of the kings that came to an end with Aegon's Conquest. It is said that those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it. With this framework in mind, fans of the conquerors may hold onto the hope that should the right hand be tapped to tell Aegon, Visenya, and Rhaenys' story, they will do so with a remembrance of the past and care for the future. Currently, writer Mattson Tomlin (The Batman Part II) is attached to pen the series for HBO, we wish him godspeed. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight The story follows the adventures of a lowly knight, “Dunk” (Ser Duncan the Tall), and his squire, “Egg” (future King Aegon V Targaryen), as they venture throughout parts of Westeros reeling from the Blackfyre rebellions.   The official synopsis from HBO is as follows: “A century before the events of Game of Thrones , two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros... a young, naïve but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.”   Based on George R.R. Martin’s Tales of Dunk & Egg stories, beloved by fans, this series has the potential to capture an entirely new audience while holding to its existing one through Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. Peter Claffey will portray Ser Duncan the Tall (Dunk), while Dexter Sol Ansell will portray Prince Aegon Targaryen (Egg). Peter is a former rugby player turned actor who is 6'5 tall. His audition readings were said to be " terrific ." Dexter is a child acting veteran who most recently starred as a child Coriolanus Snow in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. We have been told that Dexter's audition readings were great as well and that he cannot wait to shave his head . The series is currently set to begin filming in June in Ireland for a 2025 premiere, with writers Steve Conrad, Hiram R. Martinez, Annie Julia Wyman, Aziza Barnes, and Ti Mikkel attached to write. We are wishing the best of luck and success to both actors and writers as they start this new, sure-to-be life-changing journey. Nymeria; 10,000 Ships Set roughly a thousand years before the events of Game of Thrones, the story follows Princess Nymeria and the Rhoynar. The power of the Valyrian Empire was too strong to resist; thus, Nymeria launched an exodus from Essos in search of a new home. After wandering across the Narrow Sea, Nymeria eventually found and settled in Dorne, where she set the fleet of 10,000 ships ablaze to ensure her people would not leave. This adventure would depict the story of the birth of House Martell as the ruler of a united Dorne and how Princess Nymeria became so revered throughout Westeros. Given the little care Dorne and the Dornish are given in HBO's Game of Thrones compared to their A Song of Ice and Fire source-material counterparts, a series where they take prominence and centrefold may be what fans of the exotic and powerful House have been waiting years for. As per their last update on the spin-off, Deadline reported that writer Amanda Segel is currently in place to pen the series. Writer Brian Helgeland recently stated he was also attached to writing the show and had met with author George R.R. Martin himself, who approved of his idea for the show; however, it was not picked up by HBO. However, on June 11 2024, author George R.R. Martin took to his blog to state that a script for shows pilot is currently being developed: We’re all very excited about this one… though we’re still trying to figure out how we’re going to pay for  ten thousand ships, three hundred dragons, and those giant turtles.   ANIMATED PRODUCTIONS: The 9 Voyages of the Sea Snake Lord Corlys Velaryon, born in 53 AC, was renowned within the Seven Kingdoms and beyond as the greatest seafarer of his age. House Velaryon's origins began as a smaller vassal house to the great House Targaryen. Like the Dragonlords, the Velaryons had made their exodus from Valyria before the coming calamity of the Doom, prophesied by Daenys, the Dreamer. Unlike the Targaryens, however, the Velaryons were not dragonlords, nor did they share a direct connection of control over the dragons. The sea was always their home.   The story is said to follow a younger Corlys as he navigates the dangers of the unknown world in search of knowledge, treasure, and power. The potential for a tale of adventure, romance, and trials and tribulations is vast, which could also lead us to discover details of a score of diverse cultures and locations within the World of Ice and Fire that were previously untold. The series was originally intended to be live-action but was then moved over to animation, with author George R.R. Martin citing a better chance at accurately depicting the epic events.   Will we see ‘House of the Dragon’ star Steve Toussaint reprise his role as the voice actor for the Sea Lord? While likely, that remains to be seen. If so, it would give both Steve and the audience a chance to explore more of what makes Corlys such an epic character. Currently, the series remains in development with no writer or creator attached.   THE GOLDEN EMPIRE of Yi Ti   Inspired by Imperial China, Yi Ti was a powerful and vastly wealthy empire in Essos. Its regions lie east of Qarth and the Bone Mountains and are bordered by the Jade Sea to the south.   The history of the Golden Empire of Yi Ti dates back thousands of years in George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series, taking special prominence in his World of Ice and Fire book published in 2014. Yi Ti is signified by its vast ancient civilization and rich cultural tapestry, which have been the subject of numerous great wars, dynasties rising and falling, internal struggles, and external conflicts. Significantly, however, Yi Ti is legendarily wealthy, paying tribute to its name, the ‘Golden Empire.’ Yi Ti’s princes were said to live in houses of solid gold and to eat sweetmeats with pearls and jade powdered over them. While Yi Ti’s present-day conflicts may not be as glamorous as its ancient histories, the power of animation can see any period within its long reign flamboyantly brought to life.   The animated series will likely follow a new set of characters of East Asian descent as they navigate this region of the world and its trials. The possibilities of what this will entail are endless, with the potential to set up even more stories within the World of Ice and Fire. The series is currently in development, with no further details at this time.   Untitled World of Ice and Fire Animated Series What era, period, or conflict the series will depict is currently a mystery, but the possibilities are endless. Fans have long expressed a desire to see Game of Thrones’ source material, ‘A Song of Ice and Fire,’ be made into an animated fantasy epic that accurately depicts the writings from the text and includes all omitted storylines not featured in the live-action series, perhaps most famously, Lady Stoneheart. Through animation, the vibrant world that George R.R. Martin created would come to full and accurate prominence. The question we must now ask ourselves is if HBO is prepared to reboot ‘Game of Thrones’ in animation rather than give a second live-action series another go some years down the line. Author George R.R. Martin sat down with OxfordWriters’House to talk about Writing Fantasy. According to George R.R. Martin co-authors, Elio and Linda , seven shows are currently in development: Per @GRRMspeaking remarks at this talk, there are currently 7 shows in various stages of development, 3 live action, 4 animated. We knew of 2 ( Aegon the Conqueror , Ten Thousand Ships ) and 2 ( The Golden Empire , Sea Snake ), as I recall. When questioned if the untitled live-action show being referred to was the newest addition to the Game of Thrones Universe , A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (that had recently begun filming), Elio and Linda stated : No, he already noted HotD and that Knight of the Seven Kingdoms were already filming. The other seven shows were in development. No promises any would get greenlit, but that's where things currently stand. SHELVED or CANCELED PRODUCTIONS:   Snow: A Game of Thrones Sequel Story Kit Harington's portrayal of the iconic A Song of Ice and Fire character, Jon Snow, has become an internationally beloved pop-culture figure. From his neglected upbringing to his humble rise to power, fans rejoiced in seeing Jon's growth within the early seasons of Game of Thrones . However, many feel that within the final two seasons of the show, the characterization of the bastard turned Royal Heir negatively impacted who Jon Snow was.   In the series finale of the immortalized Game of Thrones drama, we witness Jon Snow venture beyond the wall in the company of wildlings, as well as his loyal canine companion, Ghost. This followed after Jon was banished to the wall in service of the Night's Watch by the newly coordinated King Bran Stark for the murder of Queen Daenerys Targaryen.   However, this decree was hardly a punishment for Jon Snow. After his service to the Realms of Man as a Black Brother and King in the North, Jon had come to desire a quiet and peaceful life. The question we ask today is: What does this mean for what his future story could hold?   Let's start with what we know. At the end of the series, the lands of Westeros looked to be settling in for a new, long age of peace, one perhaps not seen since the age of the Old King, Jaehaerys I Targaryen. With the summit for who would become the new ruler of the Seven Kingdoms attended by all corners of those who held major power in Westeros, it's hard to imagine conflict in civil war sprouting. This is especially true against a king who possesses abilities as powerful as those of the Three-Eyed Raven.   Luckily, this leaves room for powerful threats beyond the Seven Kingdoms and a perfect way to expand on the world Game of Thrones left. With no source material to adapt, the writers of the 'SNOW' spin-off series have free reign to create new and exciting antagonistic forces. A major potential controversy attached to the project is the return and resurrection of Queen Daenerys Targaryen, whose body was taken by Drogon after her death.   However, the potential spinoff series has now been shelved by HBO. Kit Harington had this to say: “We bounced some ideas around and nothing lit us up... HBO cares about the character a lot and I care about the character a lot, and we don't want to put out something that is going to sully the character. That's the worst thing that we could do... unless we find something in the future that lands, there's no point in rushing it. There's no point in keeping developing for development's sake and doing something that I don't want to do.”   Will we ever see Jon Snow and the rest of the Westeros gang return? That seems to be a question for the future. For now, our watch has begun. Flea Bottom Flea Bottom is notoriously known as the poorest slum district in the capital city of King's Landing. The slum is described as maze-like, with ramshackle buildings, dark alleys, and a population filled with suspicious people. Located on the lower eastern side of Rhaneys' Hill, life in this subsection is distinctly difficult. The spin-off series would have told the story of life in Westeros through the eyes of not the high lords or powerful kings and queens who play their game of thrones, but instead the lowly and poor common folk who suffer through their schemes. Notable characters such as Ser Davos Seaworth, Gendry Waters (now Baratheon), and Karl Turner all hail from Flea Bottom and, distinctly throughout the series, give descriptions of how fowl they found life there. Unfortunately, the series was axed by HBO. Will we ever have a series based on the experiences of the common folk in Westeros come to life? Or perhaps the more important question we must ask ourselves is: do we care? While it may not be as glamorous as a story that follows monarchs vying for power, it would surely give a unique and compelling perspective on how those with no power fought for their survival under the thumb of war, famine, and possibly even dragon fire. Empire of Ash: Doom of Valyria The Doom of Valyria is widely known as one of the most significant historical events to ever occur within the World of Ice and Fire. From this epoch, several grand consequences followed that changed the landscape and foundations of nations and cultures across the world. It was in fear of this calamity that House Targaryen led an exodus from the Valyrian freehold to Dragonstone 12 years prior, at the behest of the legendary Daenys Targaryen, famously and forever after known as Daenys the Dreamer. The disaster eventually led to the coming of King Aegon the Conqueror, who was said to look west to the lands of Westeros to see a lustrous and powerful future compared to the dead and forgotten past in the east. A Doom of Valyria series, then titled 'Empire of Ash,' was to either directly follow the story of the Targaryens just before they fled the Empire or a new set of Valyrians as they fell victim to the great calamity. Although this project was shelved, the potential for it to have a new life somewhere along the line at HBO is never out of the question. The Empire of Valyria was characterized by its advanced distinction from the rest of the world, with both sorcery and innovation at its height before the Fourteen Flames volcano range spewed fire so hot that even dragons burned up in flight. A chance to see what was known as the 'greatest civilization in history' at its apex before it all came crashing down would be a spectacle to behold. Bloodmoon Bloodmoon was the very first Game of Thrones spin-off series to receive a green light and go into production, while Jane Goldman was attached as head writer and showrunner of the series. A pilot episode was filmed but was met with a lacklustre reception from studio heads, which prompted its cancellation. The official synopsis was as follows: “Taking place thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones, the series chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: From the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East, to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.” The series would have told the story of how the Children of the Forest came to their breaking point to create the Night King as part of their defence from the growing number of ruthless species of man, throwing the realm into the first Long Night. Naomi Watts was attached to star as Morven Casterly, a 'charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret,' alongside Josh Whitehouse, who was to portray a Stark. Other members of the cast included Toby Regbo, who was to play a Casterly King, and Alex Sharp, who was to play Regbo's lover. Recently, some behind-the-scenes images of the pilot were released online, giving fans a glimpse of the tale that never came to fruition. It may be possible that we would be given the chance to witness the pilot episode in its entirety one day, but it is also not very likely. With the little information that has been released regarding a rumoured disastrous plot and its implication for the characters, there are times when a series cancellation is for the best. For now, we ponder the dreams of what could have been.   Follow @ Westerosies and @ NexusPointNews for more updates on HBO's expanding Game of Thrones Universe .

The wait is over! Agatha All Along teaser trailer has been released today alongside a poster and an official synopsis. The synopsis for the series reads as: The series focuses on Kathryn Hahn’s character, Agatha Harkness, from the acclaimed Marvel Studios’ series WandaVision , as she sets off on a dangerous, mysterious adventure filled with trials and tribulations. Showrunner Jac Schaeffer, who was the creative force behind WandaVision , directs the pilot episode. In Agatha All Along , the infamous Agatha Harkness finds herself down and out of power after a suspicious goth Teen helps break her free from a distorted spell. Her interest is piqued when he begs her to take him on the legendary Witches’ Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards a witch with what they’re missing. Together, Agatha and this mysterious Teen pull together a desperate coven, and set off down, down, down The Road… It seems like Agatha All Along will takes us to a journey into The Witches' Road, a plane of existence where only witches can tread. The teaser trailer gave us the glimpses of the Road and the dangers it poses. I will be breaking down the trailer for you in this article. 1. Agnes of Westview A while ago, Joe Locke shared a set picture that had a chair with Agnes of Westview written on it. The font was identical to crime drama Mare of Easttown 's logo. It appears that this title was teasing the first episode of Agatha All Along , which shares similar themes and story elements with Mare of Easttown . When we last saw Agnes, she was the "nosy neighbor" under Wanda's spell. However, it seems her narrative has evolved; she now believes herself to be a detective solving murder cases. 2. Detective Rio? It has been confirmed for a while now that Aubrey Plaza was portraying a witch named Rio Vidal in the series. Rio is probably disguising herself as a detective to help Agatha break out of Wanda's "distorted spell." 3. The Mysterious Body / Jane Doe The murder case Agatha is investigating seems to involve Wanda Maximoff. Clues such as the black fingertips, red hair shown in the featurette, and the name on the library card strongly indicate that it is Wanda. However, it seems improbable that Wanda's body would suddenly appear in Westview. Agatha's line in the trailer, "I can't shake this feeling I'm seeing it wrong," suggests that everything she perceives might be an illusion. It's also worth noting that the residents of Westview know Agatha/Agnes and wouldn't readily accept her as a detective, which further supports the possibility that Agatha's reality might be distorted or manipulated. Another clue is that what Agatha holding is a library card for "State of New Jersey Public Library", not a piece of paper someone would use while solving murder cases. 5. The Dates Thanks to X/Twitter user @lizzieonfilm for figuring out what some of these dates stand for: February 16: Elizabeth Olsen's birthday August 28: Jack Kirby's birthday June 2: Agnes and Ralph's anniversary, Salem Witch trials, Kevin Feige's birthday December 28: Stan Lee's birthday 6. WandaVision costumes As Agatha attempts to claw her way out of Wanda's spell, we see her cycling through her various outfits from WandaVision , each representing different time periods and personas she adopted while in Wanda's hex. The scene where we saw naked is likely after she claws her way out of the spell. This could symbolize Agatha's awakening as she sheds the illusions imposed on her and returns to her true form stripped of all pretenses. 7. The Time The calendar on Lilia's fridge has November on it. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness took place in Fall 2024 according to The MCU: An Official Timeline , which was one year after the events of WandaVision according to the same book. Agatha All Along is likely taking place at least one year after WandaVision because Rio says "that witch is gone," which is an indicator that this takes place after Wanda's "supposed" death. 8. The Door There is a scene where the coven members are holding hands and singing in a basement in the featurette released last year. This ritualistic act appears to have the purpose of opening the door to the Witches Road, a mystical dimension in Marvel comics. 9. The Witches' Road As the coven enters The Witches' Road, the scene reveals a path leading to a house at the end, which is likely where their first trial takes place. 10. The Bell The bell Agatha holds in the trailer is adorned with intricate Gargoyle designs. Gargoyles, traditionally known as guardians of castles and cathedrals, also carry connotations of demonic vessels. While the exact significance of this design in Agatha All Along remains to be seen, it's worth noting its presence. The trailer hints at themes of protection and dark magic and features scenes of a castle and hints of demonic possession. This design choice could symbolize either of those things. 11. The Coven Agatha's coven includes: Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu: Lilia's skill lies in divination, and she uses tarot cards to foresee and interpret events. Debra Jo Rupp as Sharon: Sharon is set to join Agatha's coven. Her specific skills haven't been revealed yet. Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale : Jennifer's expertise is rumored to be in potions, this skill could come into play during their trials on the Witches’ Road. Ali Ahn as Alice Wu: Early set pictures depict Alice as a security guard, which indicates that her magical skill is likely related to protection. 12. "Mysterious Teen" While the show seems to be setting up a reveal for Joe Locke's character similar to Agatha's in WandaVision , it’s clear to those familiar with the comics that Locke is playing Billy Kaplan, Scarlet Witch's reincarnated son. "Teen" is also wearing a blue headband in the trailer that is the signature look for Billy Kaplan. "Teen" is part of Agatha's coven. 13. The Green Witch Rio Vidal is the first Green Witch and her powers are Earth-related. The trailer also underlines this by portraying her in green costumes. The costumes also suggest that these scenes are taking place in the past. Maybe we are going to see how Agatha and Rio met. 14. The Brooms In an interview with Empire Magazine, Jac Schaeffer mentioned that the team researched classic witches for Agatha All Along . One of the elements they wanted to incorporate from traditional witch lore seems to be the iconic imagery of witches flying on brooms. 15. Good Old Agatha In the scene above, Agatha is shown to be stealing powers from other witches. This seems to be a flashback and it supports my report about Agatha stealing power for centuries. 16. Mysterious Hands The hands wrapping around the trees in the trailer likely belong to the Salem Seven, who appear to be chasing Agatha's coven through the Witches' Road. The dark, gnarly forest setting confirms that this is indeed the Witches' Road. 17. Demonic Possession Alice is seen drawing a magical circle around Lilia, who is laying on the ground in pain. The demon we see in the trailer could be connected somehow, as magical circles are traditionally used for protection against such entities. The circle likely serves as a barrier to shield Lilia from the demonic influence. 18. Eviction Notice The eviction notice Agatha holds features the Three of Pentacles symbol, which represents teamwork and collaboration in tarot. Initially, Lilia Calderu is hesitant to join Agatha Harkness's coven, as shown in the teaser trailer. However, she eventually agrees to join her, likely prompted by the eviction notice she receives. This symbol of teamwork and collaboration on the notice might suggest a change of heart driven by necessity. Lilia’s situation might be what compels her to join forces with Agatha to find what she is missing in the Witches' Road. 19. Watches and Brooch In the Ouija scene, all of the coven members are seen wearing watches, which might indicate some sort of time constraint. This detail suggests that their trials might operate like escape rooms, where they need to complete tasks within a specific timeframe. Additionally, Agatha's brooch is now worn as a bracelet. 21. Ouija Board The outfits worn by the coven members during the seance scene are the same as those seen when Agatha is possessed. I believe there is a direct connection between the summoning ritual and Agatha's subsequent possession. The likely scenario is that whatever entity or force they summoned during the seance ended up possessing Agatha. 22. The Children's Books This one is not exactly from the trailer, it's from one of the stills Marvel officially released. A Charlie Brown book and Little Folks of Other Lands are in the picture. I believe Charlie Brown book is an Easter Egg for the Salem Seven as they all have animal forms. Meanwhile, Little Folks of Other Lands seems to symbolize the evolving friendship and unity within Agatha's coven, transforming from strangers to bonded sisters. Another thing worth noting is that these are children's books. In the comics, Agatha has a son named Nicholas Scratch. The person they are trying to contact during the seance could be Agatha's son. 23. The Riddle of the Stone Elephant The plot of this book might suggest it has some similar themes with Agatha All Along : While handling reporting assignments for his father's newspaper, young Ken Holt and his photographer friend, Sandy Allen, become involved in a world of mystery and intrigue. Ken Holt and Sandy Allen are asked by Ken's father, Richard, to do some preliminary research on a long standing land feud in Colorado. The boys drive out west in their new red convertible, given to them by a consortium of insurance companies, for solving their initial mystery, The Secret of Skeleton Island. The feud between John Raymond and Chet Wilson, in Mesa Alta, revolves around boundary markers. When a key piece of evidence disappears, it is apparent to Ken and Sandy that this dispute is also a mystery. While investigating several leads the boys have to use all their wits and strength to escape a deadly trap laid for them. But who are the villains? Aided by Bowleg, the cowboy, Ken and Sandy run down every clue in an effort to resolve this complicated mystery. It's not until the boys fight a pitched battle in a dark tunnel that the villains are unmasked, the dastardly means of their deception revealed , and The Riddle of the Stone Elephant is solved. The Salem Seven are established as the main antagonists in Agatha All Along , but much like the book's plot, there could be more beneath the surface. The series might introduce additional hidden villains that Agatha and her coven need to uncover through a series of clues. 24. The Witch in Pink When I first saw the trailer, I thought this was Jennifer Kale fighting the Salem Seven since she was wearing pink in some scenes. Upon further investigation, I believe this is Lilia Calderu. When the witches are falling, there are tarot cards flying around. Lilia's special skill divination which involves tarot cards. The scene that follows this also has a close-up to Lilia's face. 25. Lilia the Good Witch Lilia is seemingly wearing a pink gown with a crown. One of the most prominent figures that has a very similar outfit in witch media is Glinda the Good Witch from The Wizard of Oz . This isn't the first time Jac Schaeffer referenced this movie, it was heavily referenced in WandaVision as well. 26. Agatha's Magic Agatha's main magic color is purple, however, she has orange/fire-like magic in this scene. When Agatha was siphoning Wanda's power in WandaVision , the magic she had was briefly red, the color of Wanda's magic. This could be another scene where Agatha steal power from another witch. 27. Agatha's New Brooch The previous brooch had Three Graces on it, the new one has The Triple Goddess: the maiden, the mother, and the crone. The Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone, each of which symbolizes both a separate stage in the female life cycle and a phase of the Moon, and often rules one of the realms of heavens, earth, and underworld.” It seems like we are diving deep into the witch lore in this project. The first two episodes of Agatha All Along will stream on Disney+ on September 18.

As Superman wraps and season 2 of Peacemaker  continues shooting, another DC Studios project is preparing to begin production at the top of next year: Lanterns . As previously reported by us, the HBO Original series was looking to begin filming sometime in the first quarter of 2025. More specific production details have emerged, giving us a better sense of when cameras will start rolling on this superhero-detective series.  Nexus Point News have exclusively learned from their sources that production is slated to begin in January of 2025 and continue through June of that year. Although we had previously heard rumblings that the series was looking to shoot in the United Kingdom, we have heard that it will be shooting in Atlanta now.  The True Detective -inspired series will follow veteran Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, and rookie, John Stewart, as they investigate a murder in the American heartland. Having Atlanta be the filming location for the series will hopefully allow for more opportunities to shoot on location, as Atlanta is part of the American heartland. As previously mentioned in an AMA on X by this writer, casting has officially begun on Lanterns . Casting descriptions reported on by DCUleaks and Nexus Point News, pointed to the leads, Hal and John, being in their forties and thirties respectively. Since the casting process typically tends to skew out of these age ranges, some actors being looked at are slightly younger or older. Nexus Point News has also heard that the role of Hal Jordan is intended to go to a noteworthy name. Casting on Hal Jordan is currently the priority with casting for John, following it. It’s likely that this could be for potential chemistry reads for the duo. Lanterns was officially picked up by HBO as a eight episode series and is in development by DC Studios as part of Chapter One of the DC Universe. This story is still developing.

As Season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians prepares for production later this year, we have exclusively learned that casting has begun on some fan-favorite characters, as well as an original character. We’ve heard they’re currently on the hunt for Percy Jackson’s (Walker Scobell) half-brother, Tyson, and the daughter of Zeus (Lance Reddick), Thalia, and a new demigod by the name of Alison. They’re currently looking for actors of all ethnicities, between the ages of 15 to 18, for the role of Tyson who will be a series regular. The casting description for Tyson, describes him as big and tall, but with a heart just as big as he is. He is biologically 8 years old, but looks like a fully developed human teenager due to the Mist. His powers are invulnerability to fire, enhanced hearing, and ability to mimic voices. Like Tyson, actresses between 15 to 18 of all ethnicities are being looked at for Thalia. She’s the daughter of Zeus who gave her life to protect her friends, 6 years prior to the series, but was saved by her father and turned into a tree. She has a tough and prickly personality and is described as being a punk or rebel. She will be a recurring guest star in Season 2, but with the potential for more in future seasons. Deviating from the books, Season 2 will introduce Alison, who is described as being a rogue demigod and a member of Luke Castellan’s (Charlie Bushnell) army. She lives in the human world now, but attended Camp Half-Blood in her younger years. She will be a recurring guest star. Actresses between 18 to 22 of all ethnicities are being looked at for the role. Tyson is introduced in the second book that the upcoming season will adapt, The Sea of Monsters . He plays a crucial role in the novel, joining Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase (Leah Sava Jeffries) on their quest to save Grover (Aryan Simhadri) and find the Golden Fleece. Fans of the books know the character's significance, as he is revealed to be a son of Poseidon (Toby Stephens) and Percy's half-brother. Tyson's character is also essential to Annabeth’s traumatic past with his kind. This dynamic brings themes of overcoming prejudice, personal growth, and the importance of looking beyond superficial differences. This can set up a nuanced and challenging arc for Jeffries’ Annabeth to tackle. Thalia Grace, daughter of Zeus, was mentioned and seen (yes, that oak tree protecting camp) in the first season by various characters. In the books, before arriving at Camp Half-Blood, Thalia, Luke, and Annabeth formed a tight-knit group, struggling for survival in the mortal world. Tragically, when they finally reached the camp, Thalia sacrificed herself and was turned into a tree by Zeus, her bravery ensuring the camp's protection. If they follow the novels closely in season 2, however, her tree will be poisoned, setting off a quest led by breakout character, Clarisse La Rue (Dior Goodjohn). By the end of the book, Thalia is brought back to human form and becomes a crucial figure in the prophecy as a "forbidden child" of the big three gods of Olympus. Percy Jackson and The Olympians Season 1 is now streaming on Disney Plus.

The third (and God-willing last) installment of the Deadpool film series had made waves far before it's arrival as the proclaimed savior of the cinematic universe that has been routinely striking out in recent years. But if Deadpool & Wolverine is our indicator of the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, perhaps it should have gracefully bowed out with Avengers: Endgame . Deadpool & Wolverine posits the titular character (Ryan Reynolds) in the cliched "bottomed out" trope —he's lost his girlfriend, works a terrible job as a used car salesman, and suffers from a crippling lack of self-worth. All of this contrasts jarringly with how we last saw Wade, and all of this reeks of familiarity when constructing a sequel that desperately seeks direction from its inception. Star Wars: The Force Awakens did it with Han and Leia. Scream (2022) did it with Dewey and Gale. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny did it with Indy and Marion. Regardless, this conveniently propels Wade onto his journey for purpose. This journey links Deadpool and a variant of Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) from another universe, on a mission to save Deadpool's home universe when it is marked for destruction by Time Variance Authority operative, Paradox (Matthew Macfayden). Along the way, the two are thrown into the trash heap of the multiverse, the Void, and clash blades with the Mutant sociopathic villainess, Cassandra Nova (Emma Corrin). Obviously nobody comes to a Deadpool movie for the plot, and the increasingly irritating meta-jokes are evidence that the movie itself knows that. That doesn't change the fact that what we are given is paper thin and flimsy. Deadpool and Wolverine spend much of the movie wandering around the empty third act of The Flash (2023) with little to actually do but bicker in ways the movie thinks is funnier than it actually is. Their relationship can generally be understood as Deadpool being Deadpool, and Wolverine telling him to shut up. Over, and over. The emotional beats are there... for the sake of at least having emotional beats. I didn't care for Deadpool's journey for self-worth and to save his family that we barely spent time with. I didn't care that Laura Kinney (Dafne Keen) returned to awkwardly reference Logan in a semi-respectable fashion. I didn't care that Wolverine lost a family we never even got to actually see in the movie. It's because I'm told to care, and not shown or offered any real reason to do so. Hugh Jackman gets a gold star for trying his hardest to tug at slack heartstrings, but I just didn't care that the universe is going to be destroyed for the 48th time. And I don't think the architects of this film really cared either. For what I didn't really get character-wise from the two main characters, I reaped ten-fold from the villain. Emma Corrin kills it as Cassandra Nova, which speaks volume considering what little they are given to work with. Nova oozes with grandeur wickedness. Every moment they are on screen is a little treat in a sea of mundanity. As a cherry on top, Nova likely has one of the coolest (and creepiest) manifestations of telepathy we've seen yet. There's enough gory action to keep you awake throughout the entire ordeal. I will note I found that as one of the movie's stronger points . The action sequences are usually entertaining and dynamic. I especially appreciated the opening sequence, even though having Deadpool play with the bones of Logan from Logan (2017) is a bit on the nose when it comes to joking about the desecration of storytelling and intellectual property. And I don't even care about Logan that much. The action at times can be overwhelming, jarring, and sloppy though, particularly when we get to the bigger set pieces that have more moving actors and pieces. Regardless, most fans will get their money's worth just by seeing Deadpool and Wolverine go at each other. If the action isn't enough, the slew of familiar faces and meta-jokes should be enough to please the upper echelon of Marvel fans. The fans who liked Edward Norton's Hulk or still think about 2017's Inhumans series. It's a smaller bunch than the bulk of MCU fans, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. Perhaps moving forward, with a cinematic universe that has grown this bloated and unwieldly, it is best to specifically cater to the group of mega-fans who can manage to stay afloat. To the other, more casual moviegoers, these faces won't resonate and the jokes won't land, but they can still ooh and ahh with everyone else, then watch breakdown videos on Youtube as they wait for the post-credits scene to hit. The jokes are in Deadpool fashion: brazen, off-kilter, raunchy, and most of all meta. But also a bit drowsy and expected? The in-house jokes making fun of Disney for being creatively sterile or bankrupt can only be funny up to a point, right? Afterwards, it's like laughing at a dog pissing on itself. Humor turns to disturbed pity, real fast. Look, I'm not here to shit on the humor, because I know it's not for me. But I wonder who are the jokes for? When Deadpool treats any homosexual attraction or act as a punchline, who's that joke for? When he pokes fun at the "woke mob" and Gen Z, who's that joke for? When Deadpool laughs at how stupid Disney is for greenlighting this movie (which will likely hit a billion in the box office), who's that joke for? At the end of the day, Deadpool & Wolverine is fun. It's chaotic. It's entertaining. And it will be well-liked for at least six months. But it reinforces the same understanding that we got a taste of with Jon Watts’ Spider-Man: No Way Home and Sam Raimi's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (the latter of which at least had the guts to attempt at maintaining its own voice and its own heart). The MCU can only jack itself off with what remains of its steam to please an increasingly monolithic fanbase, riding on the coattails of more successful years and more fonder memories. Rating: 2/5 Deadpool & Wolverine is now playing in theaters everywhere.

We have exclusively learned that Kumail Nanjiani has landed the role of Booster Gold in the DC Universe. Nanjiani is currently set to portray the character in the upcoming DC Studios’ series, Booster Gold , one of the upcoming entries of the highly anticipated DCU. Nanjiani is best known for his roles as Dinesh on HBO's Silicon Valley , his fictionalized take on himself in his semi autobiographical feature, The Big Sick , and as Kingo in Marvel Studios’ Eternals .  Booster Gold, or Michael Jon Carter, first appeared in DC Comics in Booster Gold #1 in 1986, created by writer and artist, Dan Jurgens. Carter was a star quarterback at Gotham University until his estranged father came back into his life and made him throw his games to win bets. After being exposed, he was kicked off the team and expelled from Gotham University, leading him to take on a position as a museum night guard. After stealing a robot sidekick, named Skeets, a power suit, a Legion of Super-Heroes flight ring, and a time sphere, he traveled back in time to present day to make a new name for himself as a superhero. Booster Gold  was first announced in DC Studios’ initial announcement video in January 2023, presented by Co-CEO, James Gunn. Gunn described the series as “the superhero story of imposter syndrome” and the character as “loser from the future.” Since its announcement, there have been no updates on the project from DC Studios.  In February of 2024, @DanielRPK reported on X, that Booster Gold had been cast. Last month, Nexus Point News reported that multiple writers had come onboard to write the series. As reported, the writing team will consist of Danny McBride, John Carcieri, and Jeff Fradley, frequent collaborators who are best known for their work on The Righteous Gemstones . Nanjiani, a friend of Gunn’s, recently quoted an image of the official Superman  (2025) logo, replying with “In.” which fueled speculation regarding a potential role in the DCU for him.  Booster Gold is currently being developed for Max by DC Studios, as part of Chapter 1 - Gods and Monsters of the DC Universe.

As fans await the highly anticipated season 2 to the hit Disney+ series, Percy Jackson and the Olympians , more casting descriptions have surfaced. We have learned through our sources that the series has begun casting the Gray Sisters, alternatively known as the Graeae in Greek mythology. The characters will guest star in the series. The Gray Sisters are featured prominently in the second entry in the series of novels, Sea of Monsters, which  is what the second season will be adapting. We can also report that the series will be deviating from the source material and following a different interpretation of the characters. Rather than depicting them as elderly women, they will be inspired by the Triple Goddess: the maiden, the mother, and the crone.  Tempest will be the youngest sister. Actresses in their late teens and twenties of all ethnicities are being looked at for the role. She is known for being the most playful of the trio. Anger is the middle sister with actresses of all ethnicities in their thirties to fifties being looked at for the role. She is described as being the crankiest of the trio. Casting for the eldest sister, Wasp, is also open ethnicity with actresses in their sixties to seventies being considered for the role. She is the wisest and most experienced sister. In the source material, Sea of Monsters , The Gray Sisters make their debut when Annabeth Chase hails a taxi as she, Percy, and Tyson, escape the authorities. In the scene, Percy has been falsely accused of torching his school after a battle with the Laistrygonian Giants. The Sisters come into play as they are the ones driving the taxi, while sharing a single eye. Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 enters production in August 2024 in Vancouver, potentially setting it up for a 2025 release.

Twisters has already won over audiences by beating expectations with $81.2M opening which is 60% ahead of the $50M+ projection. But is Twisters  any better than the original? Making a sequel/remake 30 years later isn’t a bold move as it became the trend in Hollywood ( Beetlejuice 2, The Crow, Gladiator II …), but succeeding to make a film as good as the original is a pretty big challenge. Twisters  follows the same narrative structure of the original but doesn’t hesitate to take risks by modifying the original story, making it its own with quite unique new characters whose personalities are reminiscent of the 1996 movie. Twisters is far more realistic when it comes to tornados. From the sound design to the visual, the storms are more stressful and anxiety-inducing. The film almost leans into horror, especially in that shocking introduction. Twisters isn’t interested to showcase the family & friendly relationships, it's more intimate and focuses harder on the human & material losses from the disastrous tornados. They couldn’t have casted a better actress than Daisy Edgar-Jones to portray someone with a lot of compassion, remorse and guilt. As for him, Glen Powell commands the screen with his charisma and charm. A lot of people consider him to be the next big movie star like Tom Cruise , who actually came to the movie's premiere to support Glen. Twisters is well adapted to our times with new cutting-edge military technologies for the tornados and YouTube with livestreaming, offering quite funny sequences with POV shots and also allowing for criticism of excessive fanaticism that leads to recklessness. The fans of the original film will enjoy the few references thrown in the film like Dorothy and the little flying spheres. To better capture the atmosphere and vibe of the first film, director Lee Isaac Chung decided to shoot the film on 35MM to capture the look of the '90s, which is recognizable with the colors and the film grain. Surprisingly, Twisters is explicitly more pro-American than the original. The film glorifies rural American land and its tradition. It is also pretty baffling to make a disaster film about nature today without questioning human responsibility and climate change. That would have been an interesting path to delve in. Although the tornadoes are much more realistic here, they are far from being as menacing as in the original where they almost acted as a villain with their terrific sound design. The original music was quite forgettable and they gave more space for the soundtrack. One of the strengths of the original was its score, which conveyed an incredible sense of adventure. It also excelled in its very human approach to a group of friends who feel like a family: everyone knows each other well, the meal at Aunt Meg's where everyone shares memories of the good old days as if they had lived their entire lives together like a real family. The cast’s chemistry is just unmatched, from Philip Seymour Hoffman having the best time of his life to the love triangle where you could feel Bill and Jo’s desire through the screen.  Twisters doesn’t have the charm & energy of the original, but manages to create its own identity with its solid cast (Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, David Corenswet), intense action and different take on the 1996 disaster epic Twister . The movie cost $155M to produce (without marketing), a figure that has already been reached at the global box office. Rating: 3.5/5 Twisters is now in theaters worldwide.

The Power Rangers , our teenagers with attitude and multicolored superheroes seemed to be in a coma clinching to life support after 30 years. The series as we know it ended in 2023 with Power Rangers: Cosmic Fury following the anniversary special Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always . News on Jonathan Entwistle and Jenny Klein's young adult Power Rangers reboot was alarmingly silent until TV Line revealed that the series will no longer be moving on Netflix with murmurings of Hasbro reworking the series with a new partner. Not to add to the despairing news, an announcement was made that Hasbro would auction every prop and costume from the entire series through Horizon Auctions at SDCC. All that remains are the titles from comic book publisher Boom! Studios in the Darkest Hour run, the Across The Morphin Grid Anthology, and Power Rangers Infinity . Is Power Rangers Dead? No, Power Rangers is not dead, but it is on the verge of a relaunch. There will be new content and merchandise coming in the near future, beginning with Boom! Studios' Power Rangers Prime in November, according to Bleeding Cool. Under the merchandise side, there will be new toys courtesy of Playmates through their licensing deal with Hasbro, launching in late 2025. As mentioned earlier, there will be a new Power Rangers despite the Netflix cancelation. It will simply be another reboot with a different platform. Whether Jonathan Entwistle or Jenny Klein would be involved remains to be soon as there has been no official word regarding their involvement. We may get new information on the reboot closer to the end of the year as Hasbro Entertainment President Olivier Dumont hopes to provide updates on their 35 projects currently in development around that time. Until the next reboot releases fans can enjoy every season from MMPR to Dino Charge on Power Rangers' official YouTube account. Ninja Steel, Dino Fury, Cosmic Fury, and Once & Always are on Netflix, while Beast Morphers is on Netflix only in select regions, and can be purchased on Amazon. About Power Rangers Power Rangers is celebrated 30 continuous years on the air, making it one of the longest-running kids’ live-action series in television history, with over 900 episodes. Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993 with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers , the series has a worldwide fan base and legacy. Sources: TV Line , Bleeding Cool

The worst best friends ever? Wolverine and Deadpool have a number of similarities that draw them together, from their colorful spandex and penchant for murder, to their uncanny healing factor. Although their history has had its rocky moments, the uncanny duo have grown to share a begrudging, but mutual respect for one another. With Deadpool & Wolverine hitting theaters this weekend, let's revisit some of their most memorable comic moments over the years. 7. The Beginning of a Long Friendship When Wolverine and Deadpool first met in Wolverine (1988) #88 , naturally they tried to kill each other. It wasn't until Wolverine (1988) Annual '95 where they first worked together, when Deadpool was kidnapped by Doctor Westergaard and Slayback because of his healing factor. Wolverine initially didn't want to help Deadpool, but he was convinced by his friend, Maverick. It was only through him that Wolverine was forced to acknowledge the shared past the two of them have as lab rats turned weapons. This was the true beginning of a very long friendship. 6. Poolverine In Wolverine (2020) #23 , Wolverine had no choice but to call on Deadpool for help dealing with Danger, the sentient embodiment of the X-Men's Danger Room, after she goes rogue. The two allies infiltrate Xavier's old school (abandoned since the X-Men had moved to Krakoa) to apprehend her. It is there that they fall into one of Danger's traps, a magnetized blender, and are pulverized into oblivion... Except, their twinning healing factors allow them to survive, temporarily binding them together to form a nightmare fueled monstrosity. (Could we see Poolverine make an appearance in Wolverine and Deadpool ? Or is that too much to stomach?) 5. In Mutant Business Deadpool has always wanted to be an X-Man. He's always wanted to be a mutant , period. It's why when the X-Men established their sovereign nation of Krakoa, he takes it upon himself in Deadpool (2019) #6 to invade it in the pursuit of his perceived birthright and the cure for cancer. (The mutants didn't have the cure for cancer.) Regardless, he bumps blades with Wolverine as the mutants try to handle this infestation. 4. Two Sides of the Same F*cked-Up Coin Despite toeing the line of good following his past as a mercenary, it appeared Deadpool returns to his villainous ways when he is hired to kill Wolverine in Wolverine: Origins #25. The Merc with a Mouth establishes a drawn-out scheme, which ends with him about to drown the Canadian mutant. It's a poignant moment in their history, as the two go back and forth, stabbing at one another's egos and revealing Deadpool's insecurity to contrast with Wolverine's marred past. Wolverine is accepted by the X-Men for trying to be better, while Deadpool doesn't care about trying. All of this turns hilarious when it is revealed in the following issue that the entire bounty was set-up by Wolverine himself to draw out his own son, Daken. There was never even a cash reward in the first place for Deadpool to claim. Womp womp. 3. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Deadpool (2013) #15 - #19 sees the Merc with a Mouth kidnapped by the Butler, a former member of the Weapon Plus program. This program was responsible for projects which created the likes of Deadpool, along with Wolverine and even Captain America. Luckily, the two latter heroes help to rescue Deadpool and the other subjects imprisoned in the camp with him. It's heartwarming to see these different figures who had chosen different walks of life, united over a shared history of lost autonomy. 2. I am Fire and Life Incarnate! I am... Deadpool? Once again, Wolverine needs Deadpool's help with a Shi'ar Stalker robot lands on Earth in pursuit of Jean Grey, who at the time, had been long deceased. Deadpool became the prime candidate due to his superb healing factor that could withstand the Stalker's relentless attacks. In order to hold the Stalker's attention, Wolverine dresses Deadpool up in one of Jean's old Phoenix costumes—which works. The two are able to save the day and eviscerate the Stalker. Why does Logan have one of Jean's old costumes? Did he keep it in the same musty closet he kept a lock of Jean's hair? Does she have knowledge of any of this? So many questions, and all of which are better left to the idle imagination. Even a Mercenary Has Morals In Uncanny X-Force (2010) #5 , Deadpool joins Wolverine on a black ops team of mutants, carrying out the jobs that need to be done. Their first mission is to kill Apocalypse —well, a version of him that has been reborn as an innocent child. After Fantomex finally pulls the trigger, it is only Logan who has the guts to defend the choice. I mean, it's Apocalypse we're talking about, right? Deadpool on the other hand vocally disagrees with what went down. The bombshell that follows is that despite being employed, Deadpool had never cashed a single check. Wade Wilson has always been an enigma, but this moment reveals that even this notorious mercenary had lines he wouldn't cross. Maybe that's why Logan keeps the annoying Merc with a Mouth around. For underneath the firearms, the red and black latex, the sardonic attitude, and the carefree spirit —he still has a heart. The uncanny duo reunite in Deadpool & Wolverine , in theaters on July 26th! Also check out issue #3 of DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE: WWIII (2024), in stores now!