Marvel Speed and Wiccan are two characters from Marvel Comics who possess superhuman abilities. Speed, also known as Tommy Shepherd or Thomas Maximoff, is the son of Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch. He inherited his father's superhuman speed, allowing him to move and react at incredible speeds. Wiccan, also known as Billy Kaplan or William Maximoff, is the son of Scarlet Witch and Vision. He has the ability to manipulate reality and cast powerful spells. The main idea portrayed by these characters is the exploration of identity and the struggle to live up to their parents' legacies.
These characters were inspired by Marvel Comics, and much like in WandaVision, Billy and Tommy were wiped from existence in those comics. However, that wasn’t the last we saw of them. They were miraculously born years later to different families. Thus, Billy Kaplan and Tommy Shepherd became Wiccan and Speed, members of the Young Avengers.
On top of that, Hailee Steinfeld is set to appear in the 2021 Hawkeye Disney series as Kate Bishop, a young vigilante who Clint Barton takes under his wing and trains to be a sharpshooter. The Fail-Safe Program was designed by the Vision, who was recently deceased in this storyline, to find and recruit the next generation of Avengers in case the worst ever happened and the worst just had happened.
The main idea portrayed by these characters is the exploration of identity and the struggle to live up to their parents' legacies. Speed struggles with feeling like an outsider and finding his place among the superheroes, while Wiccan battles with understanding and controlling his vast magical abilities. Despite their challenges, both characters are integral members of Marvel's Young Avengers team, showcasing their determination and growth as heroes.
How WandaVision Is Setting Up The MCU's Young Avengers Team
Wanda and Vision are no longer the only ones with superpowers in Westview.
by Justice Namaste Feb. 12, 2021Spoilers ahead for WandaVision Episode 6, "All-New Halloween Spooktacular!" There's plenty to speculate about after the events of WandaVisions's Feb. 12 episode. Is Pietro really who he says he is? What are Hayward's plans for Vision's body? Who is the aerospace engineer Monica Rambeau and Jimmy Woo are going to ask for help? But perhaps the most notable development is that Wanda and Vision's twin sons, Billy and Tommy, finally start exhibiting powers, hinting at the eventual formation of the Marvel comics' Young Avengers hero squad within the MCU.
Though this isn't the first time that Billy and Tommy have shown some kind of magical abilities in WandaVision (who could forget their unsettlingly rapid aging?), it is the first time they've exhibited powers analogous to their superpowered identities as Wiccan and Speed in the Marvel comics. Tommy appears to have gotten the power of superspeed like his Uncle Pietro, while Billy's vision of his father towards the end of the episode suggests that his magical abilities are more similar to Wanda's telepathy and telekinesis. On top of the powers the twins have already manifested on the show, in the comics Speed is also able to vibrate himself at speeds that allow him to pass through walls and other solid objects, and Wiccan can alter reality itself (similar to Wanda) and use his powers to teleport.
In the comics, Wanda (accidentally) creates Billy and Tommy from fragments of the demon Mephisto, which eventually leads to them being reabsorbed by Mephisto. However, the twins return in later comics after being reincarnated as the superpowered children of normal humans — it turns out that Mephisto wasn't entirely successful in reabsorbing their souls, which allowed for them to be "reborn." It's these versions of Billy and Tommy that eventually become Wiccan and Speed. However, as WandaVision has already done plenty to expand and alter the comics' plotlines, it's certainly possible that the versions of Wanda's twins in the series are the ones who will take up their superhero mantles on the Young Avengers team.
In fact, the MCU has actually already begun setting the stage to assemble the Young Avengers squad. Despite her roles in prior Ant-Man movies, Ant-Man/Scott Lang's now-teenage daughter Cassie Lang was recast for her appearance in the 2022 movie Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, suggesting that she may soon be stepping into her role as Stature/Stinger within the Young Avengers.
On top of that, Hailee Steinfeld is set to appear in the 2021 Hawkeye Disney+ series as Kate Bishop, a young vigilante who Clint Barton takes under his wing and trains to be a sharpshooter. Xochitl Gomez has also been confirmed to play the interdimensional-portral-creating America Chavez in the upcoming MCU movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and the MCU has cast Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams in an eventual Ironheart Disney+ series that will see her taking up the helm of Iron Man from the now-deceased Tony Stark.
It might be a few years before we see an actual Young Avengers project, but looking at the rest of MCU's Phase 4, it's clear that the Marvel universe has something special in store for its new generation of heroes.
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Through their unique powers, Speed and Wiccan contribute to the diversity and complexity of the Marvel Universe. Overall, Marvel Speed and Wiccan are notable characters who add depth and representation to the superhero genre. Their stories of self-discovery and learning to harness their powers make them relatable and inspiring figures in the Marvel Comics universe..
Reviews for "The Secret Origins of Speed and Wiccan: Unraveling the Mysteries of their Birth in Marvel Comics"
1. John Doe - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with Marvel Speed and Wiccan. I found the storyline to be confusing and convoluted, with too many characters and subplots to keep track of. The pacing was also off, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. Additionally, I didn't connect with the main characters as much as I had hoped, finding them to be one-dimensional and lacking depth. Overall, I think Marvel Speed and Wiccan missed the mark for me.
2. Jane Smith - 3/5 - Marvel Speed and Wiccan had its moments, but overall it fell short for me. The plot felt predictable and lacked originality, with many cliches and tropes that I've seen before in other superhero stories. The dialogue also felt forced and unnatural at times, making it difficult for me to fully immerse myself in the story. While the action scenes were entertaining and visually stunning, the lack of character development prevented me from truly caring about the fate of the protagonists. In the end, Marvel Speed and Wiccan didn't leave a lasting impression on me.
3. Sarah Wilson - 2.5/5 - Although Marvel Speed and Wiccan had its merits, I found it to be a mediocre addition to the Marvel universe. The plot was formulaic and lacked complexity, making it feel like a rehash of previous superhero stories. The characters, while initially intriguing, weren't given enough depth or development to truly stand out. The pacing was inconsistent, with slow moments that failed to build tension and rushed resolutions that left me unsatisfied. Overall, I think Marvel Speed and Wiccan could have been better executed and didn't meet my expectations.