Unseen Avengers: The Team Between Infinity War and Endgame
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is celebrated for its superheroes, but there’s a team that remained hidden in the shadows. Between the events of “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame,” another Avengers team was active. While the MCU didn’t put this team in the spotlight, a remarkable piece of Marvel fan art is shedding light on them.
The original six Avengers often steal the spotlight when discussing Marvel’s premier hero team in the MCU. These core members are etched into the minds of fans. However, there’s a version of the Avengers that never had their moment.
Artist @artoftimetravel shared on Instagram a stunning representation of what this untold Avengers team, operating during the “Blip” period, might have looked like.
In this artistic rendition, Captain America, Captain Marvel, War Machine, Nebula, Rocket Raccoon, Okoye, and Black Widow stand united. This particular lineup is believed to be the Avengers who worked together during the five-year gap between Thanos’ snap and the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” However, the sad reality is that this compelling ensemble never had a chance to shine in Marvel’s Avengers movies.
But why didn’t the MCU explore the adventures and trials of this team during that five-year gap between “Infinity War” and “Endgame”? There are a couple of key reasons for this. First, it comes down to time. “Avengers: Endgame” had a lot to cram into its lengthy runtime, and introducing a completely new Avengers team embarking on missions would have been a considerable addition.
Another reason was the storytelling impact. The shock and awe of “Avengers: Endgame” were partly due to the surprise of the Avengers defeating Thanos at the start of the movie. This victory was quickly followed by a jump five years into the future, setting up the core narrative. Had the movie delved into parts of the five-year period with a new Avengers team in action, that crucial moment would have lost its impact.
While “Avengers: Endgame” couldn’t fully explore what took place during the Blip and how the Avengers coped during that timeframe, there were opportunities for the MCU to revisit this version of the team in other projects. However, Marvel Studios seemed to pivot away from the Blip’s consequences more than some fans had anticipated.
As a result, it’s increasingly unlikely that this particular Avengers team will return without the inclusion of major heroes like Iron Man, Thor, and Hulk. While a future project might surprise us with flashbacks or glimpses into their actions, it seems the story of this hidden Avengers team might remain a mystery in the MCU.
In the world of superhero storytelling, some narratives remain locked away, waiting for their time to shine, even if they never make it to the big screen. This untold chapter of the Avengers serves as a reminder that the MCU is filled with untapped stories just waiting for the right moment to emerge.
Source: @artoftimetravel/Instagram