Wonder Man's MCU Arrival: A Love Triangle Echo?

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to introduce Simon Williams, also known as Wonder Man, in an upcoming Disney+ series. This development brings to the forefront his complex comic book history with Vision and Wanda Maximoff.

In Marvel Comics, Wonder Man and Vision have a unique connection. Vision's synthezoid brain was modeled after Wonder Man's, leading to shared personality traits and a long-standing love triangle with Wanda. Simon Williams first gained powers to infiltrate the Avengers but ultimately sacrificed himself. He was later revived, becoming an Avenger himself.

While Wonder Man and Vision eventually accepted each other as brothers, Wanda's affection extended to both. Vision's own existence was a reflection of Wonder Man's mind, creating a poignant dynamic where his love for Wanda was an echo of Simon's. This intertwined history has been a significant element in Avengers narratives.

However, the MCU's adaptation diverges significantly. Vision's mind in the films is based on Tony Stark's AI assistant, JARVIS, meaning the on-screen characters lack the comic-accurate origin that would fuel a direct love triangle. The article suggests this comic-book-esque romantic entanglement is unlikely to be replicated.

Actress Elizabeth Olsen, who portrays Wanda Maximoff, has indicated she prefers to steer clear of a potential love triangle involving Vision and Wonder Man. Having recently starred in a film exploring similar themes of choosing between deceased partners, Olsen expressed contentment with not revisiting such a dynamic in the MCU.

Wanda was last seen in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," seemingly deceased. Recent developments, however, suggest her children have reincarnated, and Vision is slated for his own series, "VisionQuest," hinting at potential future family reunions. Despite this, Olsen's stance implies the MCU may continue to explore Wanda's relationships without introducing this specific comic book complication.