Marvel's "Avengers: Doomsday" has introduced a cryptic Latverian Witch character aligned with Doctor Doom, igniting fan theories about which Marvel properties the MCU might tap for this pivotal role. The casting mystery arrives as Kevin Feige's studio prepares to fully integrate Doom into the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe following Robert Downey Jr.'s surprise casting as Victor Von Doom.
The Latverian Witch represents a significant narrative choice. Latveria, Doom's fictional Eastern European nation, carries deep mythological weight in Marvel lore. By anchoring the character to this geography, Marvel signals intent to build out Doom's actual power base rather than simply positioning him as another New York-based villain.
Several Marvel characters fit the profile. Agatha Harkness, already established in the MCU through "WandaVision," brings proven witch credentials and prior Doctor Doom connections in Marvel Comics canon. Morgan le Fay, a sorceress tied to Arthurian legend and MCU lore threads, offers another path. The Enchantress, traditionally a Thor adversary, could bridge cosmic and terrestrial threat levels.
Lesser-known options include Darkchilde or Illyana Rasputin, whose mutant sorcery and Eastern European roots align with the Latverian angle. Nico Minoru from the Runaways property remains available within Marvel Studios' vault. Even original MCU creations remain possible, allowing writers fresh narrative flexibility.
The witch casting matters beyond simple casting news. It signals Marvel's commitment to building Doom's mythology rather than streamlining it. Doctor Doom functions best when surrounded by genuine power structures, mystical or otherwise. A Latverian Witch suggests the studio recognizes this dynamic.
Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Doom already generated