Marvel unveiled a series of enigmatic Latverian Witch costumes at its San Diego Comic-Con booth, sparking fan speculation about new characters in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. The costumes, initially appearing on July 22, caught attendees' attention with their distinct appearance and a peculiar color-shifting ability. Over subsequent days, the costume transitioned from a standard look to yellow variants, and then to purple. This dynamic display suggests the presence of multiple witch characters within the film's narrative. Anticipation is high for further reveals, especially with Marvel Studios' major Hall H panel scheduled for July 25.
While the characters have not been featured in any released trailers for Avengers: Doomsday, the visual cues from the costumes have ignited various fan theories. One prominent idea posits that these Latverian Witches are individuals recruited by Doctor Doom, potentially including variants of existing MCU characters. Scarlet Witch, whose fate in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness remains a point of discussion, is frequently cited due to her magical abilities and Doom's own history with sorcery in the comics.
Another theory connects the witches to the Infinity Stones. This speculation stems from the observed color changes of the costume, with each hue potentially representing a different Infinity Stone. However, sources indicate these theories are more akin to hopeful fan desires than verified possibilities.
It is also entirely plausible that the Latverian Witches are original, nameless supporting characters designed to enhance the visual landscape of the film, rather than established figures in new guises. Marvel is expected to provide more concrete details regarding Avengers: Doomsday and the broader MCU during its Hall H presentation on July 25, scheduled from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. PT.