Wade Wilson's Deadpool has always embraced the absurd, and his multiversal variants push the limits of what that can look like. His latest film features an epic battle against some of his wildest variants - however fans missed out on one of the best. This absence highlights just how unpredictable and charming the character can be, leaving fans to wonder what could have been.

Written by Jonathan Maberry and drawn by Scot George Eaton and John Romita Jr., Doom War #5 introduced the world to Hello Kitty Deadpool. This one-off version of Deadpool made a memorable impact in just a few seconds of comic time, linking Wade to one of his biggest obsessions.

The series, which focuses on an intense battle against Doctor Doom, features numerous variant versions of Deadpool, including two based on the godlike Ego and Eternity. However, none are as surprising or adorable as Hello Kitty Deadpool. While the character doesn't come with a detailed backstory, the sheer existence of this variant speaks volumes about Marvel’s willingness to embrace what makes Deadpool unique.

While Wade Wilson often plays with gender and societal expectations, his Hello Kitty form is a visual manifestation of his carefree, boundary-pushing nature.

Deadpool's Canonical Love for Hello Kitty Explained

Wade Wilson's Utility Belt Is Full of Hello Kitty Merch

Deadpool's affection for Hello Kitty isn’t a secret. Everyone saw him proudly rocking his Hello Kitty backpack in Deadpool (2016). However, this wasn't a one-off reference. The comics have shown Wade with a variety of Hello Kitty merch, from a novelty watch he uses to plan his mercenary missions to a familiar pink bandaid he slapped onto an injured Wolverine without the macho hero noticing.

Deadpool's love for the brand is a consistent part of his character, just as much as his love of chimichangas (or at least saying the word) and Bea Arthur, making it clear that Wade's quirky side is just as important as his violent mercenary nature. Sadly, copyright restrictions likely kept Hello Kitty Deadpool from ing the Deadpool and Wolverine variant brawl, despite the character capturing Wade's playful spirit. Her absence only makes her brief appearance in Doom War all the more significant. In fact, it's arguable that Hello Kitty Deadpool is Wade's most important variant.

A Character That Embodies Deadpool’s True Nature

Hello Kitty Deadpool Represents The Best Of Deadpool

Despite his violent and often chaotic nature, Deadpool is known for departing from the usual uber-macho superhero blueprint, from belting Celine Dion to donning tutus and riding unicorns. The Hello Kitty variant perfectly embodies Deadpool's rebellious attitude to gender expectations. This variant isn’t just a random gimmick - it's a testament to one of the things that makes Deadpool truly unique in pop culture.

While Wade Wilson often plays with gender and societal expectations, his Hello Kitty form is a visual manifestation of his carefree, boundary-pushing nature. It reminds fans that Deadpool can do it all: be a mercenary, a nerd, and even a cute, cuddly mascot. Fans will continue to celebrate this adorable yet fierce version of Deadpool, proving that even the smallest details can leave a lasting impression when they speak to something that's so core to a character.

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  Hello Kitty

  Hello Kitty, also known as Kitty White, is an iconic character created by Sanrio in 1974. She is portrayed as a cheerful and kind anthropomorphic cat who lives in London with her family. Instantly recognizable by her red bow, Hello Kitty is synonymous with kawaii (cute) culture in Japan and has become a global symbol, appearing in a wide range of media and merchandise. Over the decades, Hello Kitty has been featured in animated series, films, and various forms of entertainment, expanding her influence across the world.
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  Deadpool

  The merc with the mouth first appeared in an issue of New Mutants in 1990, and since then has gone on to get his own series and a massive cult following. With his incredible powers of healing and regeneration, Deadpool was initially depicted as an X-Men villain but went on to become an anti-hero. After getting his own movie series starting in 2016, the third Deadpool movie finally brings the wisecracking, fourth-wall-breaking character into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.