Marvel Unveils Last What If...? Cameos: Samurai Ghost Rider, Moon Knight Blade
- By Jonathan
- May 07,2025
Analyzing the final cameos from Marvel's What If...? series, we explore a variety of intriguing character variations left out of the show's three seasons. Here's a detailed look at each cameo:
Spider-Man with Six Arms
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A mutated Spider-Man with six arms, reminiscent of the Neogenic Nightmare story arc from the 1994 animated series, often transforms him into a monstrous spider. This iconic transformation has been a staple in Spider-Man's comic lore.
Ghost Rider Shogun
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This Ghost Rider variant, possibly Robbie Reyes, wields a flaming katana and rides a blazing horse. The design suggests a fusion of traditional Japanese elements with the Spirit of Vengeance.
The Punisher Riri Williams
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In an alternate universe, Riri Williams, known as Ironheart, takes on the role of the Punisher. Armed with advanced technological weapons, this version of Riri showcases her genius in combat.
Bride Gamora
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Gamora dons a wedding dress, wielding her sword with deadly precision. This variant draws inspiration from Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill, suggesting a narrative of vengeance against Thanos.
Moon Knight: Vampire Hunter
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A variant of Blade, this Moon Knight resembles Mahershala Ali and serves as the Fist of Khonshu. This character will appear in the Marvel Zombies animated series, hinting at future explorations of his story.
Thanos the Wolverine
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A unique blend of Thanos and Wolverine, this Weapon X variant raises questions about which origin story dominates. Marvel's penchant for Wolverine mashups is evident in this intriguing fusion.
Iron Man Kingo
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Despite the Eternals' absence from the MCU, Kingo, portrayed by Kumail Nanjiani, continues to appear in various forms. This variant suggests Kingo might take on the role of Iron Man.
Ms. Marvel Wasp
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Kamala Khan, the Inhuman and first mutant in the MCU, dons the Wasp costume, incorporating Pym particles into her arsenal.
Supreme Wizard Maestro
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Dr. Strange's frequent loss of the Supreme Wizard title leads to this fascinating variant where the evil Maestro, an older Hulk, gains magical powers, suggesting a universe where Bruce Banner trained as a magician.
The Scarlet Witch Howard the Duck
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In a humorous twist, Howard the Duck gains Scarlet Witch powers, reflecting the fun and absurdity of his comic series. This variant was highlighted in a notable episode from the third season.
Hawkeye Dragon
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Clint Barton, transformed into a dragon, adds a magical element to his character. The depiction suggests a universe where superheroes might take on more fantastical forms.
Silver Surfer Jubilee
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In this universe, Galactus chooses mutant Jubilee as his herald, aligning with recent trends in Marvel comics and the upcoming Fantastic Four movie featuring a female Silver Surfer.
Captain America Skrull
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A Skrull variant of Captain America, armed with the double shield from Avengers: Infinity War, reflects the potential storyline from the Secret Invasion comic, albeit not fully realized in the MCU series.
Howard Stark is Having an Affair with Cersi
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Another Eternal, Cersi, is involved in a romantic entanglement with Howard Stark. This variant explores the potential consequences of such a relationship.
Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe
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Armed to the teeth, Deadpool appears ready to decimate a Marvel universe, echoing the popular comic series where he does just that.
Hela Raised Thor's Hammer
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In this alternate reality, Hela becomes Asgard's ruler and wields Thor's hammer. She previously appeared in the VR game What If...? - An Immersive Story, teaming up with multiversal heroes to stop the Scarlet Witch of Infinity.
Star Lord Shang Chi
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A mashup of Shang-Chi and Star-Lord, this variant suggests a universe where Shang-Chi is abducted instead of Peter Quill, integrating the cosmic elements of the 10 Rings.
Loki in the Wild West
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A variant of Shang-Chi became a legend of the Wild West, hinting at potential future encounters with Loki in this setting.
Wanda, the Scarlet Witch of Infinity
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This Scarlet Witch variant from What If...? - An Immersive Story manipulates the multiverse's heroes to collect Infinity Stones and save Vision, becoming the powerful Infinity Witch.
Nova
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The Nova Corps symbol is visible, hinting at potential future projects involving Richard Ryder or Sam Alexander.
The Figure with Hela's Crown
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The final figure is difficult to discern, but online speculation suggests it might be a combination of Hela and Cassie Lang, indicated by the horns and purple costume.
That's all, folks! These cameos provide a fascinating glimpse into the endless possibilities within the Marvel Multiverse.
