Marvel fans, brace yourselves! The planet-eating cosmic entity, Galactus, is officially entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and his arrival could reshape the multiverse forever. Recent teasers for Fantastic Four: First Steps hint that Galactus isn’t just a villain—he’s a harbinger of the Incursions that will lead directly to Avengers: Secret Wars. But how does the Fantastic Four’s storyline tie into this apocalyptic event? Let’s dive into the cosmic chaos!
Galactus’s Cosmic Role: Survival, Not Malice
Galactus, the Devourer of Worlds, isn’t driven by hatred but survival. Originating from the collapse of the Sixth Cosmos (the sixth multiverse), he consumes energy-rich planets to sustain his existence in the Seventh Multiverse. In the comics, Earth became a target in Fantastic Four when Galactus sensed its celestial energy. However, Reed Richards outsmarted him using the Ultimate Nullifier, a weapon capable of erasing 90% of the universe. This dynamic could mirror the MCU, where Earth’s hidden Celestial Seed (seen in Eternals) makes it a prime target for Galactus.
The Celestial Seed & Universe X Connection
Why Earth? The MCU’s Earth houses a Celestial Seed, a remnant of the Celestial Tiamut, turned to stone by the Eternals. This seed’s cosmic energy makes Earth irresistible to Galactus. Comics like Universe X reveal Galactus specifically targets planets with celestial seeds to curb their population growth, as celestials destabilize multiverses. If the MCU adapts this, Galactus’s attack on the Fantastic Four’s alternate Earth could be a desperate bid to prevent an Incursion by destroying the seed.
John Malkovich as Terrax: Galactus’s Ruthless Herald
Sharp-eyed fans spotted a critical clue: John Malkovich’s mysterious character in the Fantastic Four teaser bears a striking resemblance to Terrax the Tamer, Galactus’s ruthless herald. Unlike loyal heralds like Silver Surfer, Terrax serves out of fear. In the Time Runs Out storyline, Terrax aids Galactus in consuming an alternate Earth to delay an Incursion. If Malkovich plays Terrax, it aligns with leaks suggesting Galactus is destroying worlds to “save” his universe from colliding with another—a key theme of Secret Wars.
Incursions Explained: The Multiverse’s Collapse
Incursions occur when two universes collide, destroying both. In the comics, the Illuminati (including Reed Richards) used Infinity Stones to halt Incursions, but the process shattered the Stones. Desperate, they sought help from alternate realities, only to clash with Terrax and Galactus, who were already devouring a planet to “save” their universe. The MCU’s Phase Six seems to follow this arc, with the Fantastic Four’s Earth caught in the crossfire.
Teaser Clues & Multiverse Theories
The Fantastic Four: First Steps teaser hints at a Council of Reeds (a multiversal alliance of Reed Richards variants) working to stop Incursions. This could tie into Captain America: Brave New World’s post-credit scenes, where a “Earth shattering” sound effect teased planetary destruction. If Galactus consumes an alternate Earth, it might buy time for the main MCU universe, setting up Reed’s clash with Kang and the multiversal war in Secret Wars.
Is Galactus a Villain or a Necessary Force?
Galactus blurs the line between villain and cosmic necessity. His actions, while catastrophic, aim to balance the multiverse. The MCU could portray him as a tragic figure, echoing Thor: Love and Thunder’s Eternity—a force beyond morality. With the Fantastic Four likely facing him first, their battle could redefine heroism in the MCU’s multiverse saga.
Conclusion: What’s Next for the MCU?
Will Galactus ally with the Avengers against Kang? Could the Council of Reeds replace the Illuminati? Share your theories below! If Marvel adapts the Time Runs Out arc, Fantastic Four: First Steps might be the catalyst for the MCU’s most epic crossover yet. Stay tuned, True Believers—the Devourer is coming, and nothing will be the same.
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