Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Hellverine #3!Ghost Rider’s unholy connection to Mephsito is one that is well-charted in Marvel Comics, but as of now, it has nothing on the connection between Mephisto and Wolverine’s son, Akihiro. Akihiro was recently possessed (and resurrected) by the demon Bagra-Ghul, transforming him into a Ghost Rider-like antihero, Hellverine. While that alone establishes a strong connection between Akihiro and Mephisto, it’s just been revealed that their connection is much deeper than that. 1r226p

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Rick and Morty: Maximum Overture!Rick and Morty has never shied away from taking a jab at franchises like Marvel Comics in the form of parodies or even just full-blown insults, and the series seems to be doing the same thing with a major fan-favorite Marvel character: Mephisto. Mephisto was once a pretty niche character in Marvel Comics, but lately, fans have been speculating about Mephisto's MCU debut with every ing project, which has only made the demonic villain all the more popular. And now, Rick and Morty has found its own ‘Mephisto’.

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Avengers: Assemble #5!Mephisto is a villain MCU fans have been dying to see make his way into the established universe, and with Captain America: Brave New Worldcoming up, there’s yet another chance for Marvel Studios to finally do it. While many might think that a Captain America movie would be the last place Mephisto would appear (especially after neglecting to appear in projects like WandaVision and Agatha All Along), one comic proves Captain America: Brave New World actually has the perfect way to bring Mephisto into the MCU.

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for The Ultimates #8!Mephistois a being of pure evil in Marvel Comics, with absolutely zero redeeming qualities, offering only suffering and pain to the universe at large. Mephisto is the ruler of hell, and is responsible for the eternal torment of countless souls. And what’s worse is that Mephisto is practically invincible. At least, that’s what fans thought before now, as Marvel has finally found a way to actually kill Mephisto.

Warning: contains spoilers for Avengers Academy: Marvel's Voices Infinity Comic #26The demonic lord Mephisto has been behind some of the most heartbreaking and vile tragedies in Marvel Comics history, and his latest curse is no different and this time... he's keeping it in the family. Avengers Academy: Marvel's Voices Infinity Comic #26 sees Mephisto's son Blackheart punished by his father, stripped of his demonic powers and immortality, and forced to live as a mortal among humanity.

Although Mephisto was finally name-dropped in the MCU, there hasn't been any official confirmation as to where and when he might appear next. Having been referenced in Agatha All Along, it was confirmed that the classic Marvel Comics villain does indeed exist in the MCU. That being said, nothing else about the demon lord was revealed in the MCU show, leaving behind major questions about Mephisto's whereabouts and status.

Warning: Spoilers for Venom #38!Marvel has a lot of big bads, and some of them have finally made their way into the MCU - like Chthon. However, I feel like I've been waiting a long time for Mephistoor even the power of the Living Tribunal. There are a host of magical beings waiting to be drawn straight from the comics and placed into the films, and, like me, some fans are getting a little vexed about the wait. But recently, thanks to Venom and Doctor Strange, I've discovered a powerful comic villain - and he's already snuck his way into the MCU.

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ghost Rider: Final Vengeance #5! Despite an absurd amount of fan speculation surrounding a number of different projects (including WandaVision and Spider-Man: No Way Home), Mephisto has yet to officially enter the MCU. However, as Marvel Studios takes more of an interest in expanding its supernatural side (Agatha All Along, Werewolf By Night, Blade), Mephisto’s eventual inclusion is all but assured. And now, Marvel Comics has finally come up with a terrifying design that Mephisto’s inevitable live-action depiction should adapt.

Warning: contains potential spoilers for Annihilation 2099 #4!

Warning: contains potential spoilers for Silver Surfer: Rebirth Legacy #4!Mephisto’s greatest nemesis has been revealed, and it provides a way to introduce both to the MCU. Rumors that Mephisto is on his way to the MCU have been circulating for years, but he has failed to materialize. While fans eagerly await Mephisto’s arrival, the Lord of Hell has finally named his greatest nemesis in Silver Surfer: Rebirth Legacy #4. Interestingly enough, doing so gives both Mephisto and his rival a cool path to the MCU.