In the Captain America's vibranium shield. Together, they are symbols of immense power, capable of confronting the greatest threats, including Thanos himself. Now, a classic villain, Impossible Man, has reemerged, wielding both legendary artifacts on various variant covers, and the implications could shake the very foundations of the Marvel Universe.
the most powerful weapons in Marvel comics across 10 different variant covers for multiple ongoing series. These include Thor's hammer, Cap's shield, Psylocke's Psionic Blades, and even Iron Man's suit.
Impossible Man is a unique choice for a villain to cross into many different series. Still, his new capabilities could be intriguing for fans of the series. If he can wield the powers shown across these variant covers, it could have much larger implications for Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
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A Shape-Shifting Trickster With Unpredictable Power
These variant covers put a spotlight on an underrated villain that remains largely overlooked by comic book readers. The nameless member of the Poppupian race is known for his god like indestructibility and shape-shifting abilities as well as his chaotic, prankster nature. Though he started as a villain causing trouble for the Fantastic Four, his unpredictable nature and powerful abilities have made him a more complex character over time. As a shape-shifter, Impossible Man can take on any form, and even separate himself into multiple beings, which could be another explanation for his many appearances across these various series.
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These variant covers are part of Marvel’s new Impossible! Series, which celebrates the chaotic and unpredictable nature of Impossible Man. In these covers, we see Impossible Man in a variety of familiar heroic forms, including Captain America, Thor, Iron Man, and more, all while holding the powerful weapons of these heroes. While these covers don’t explicitly explain how Impossible Man is able to wield Mjolnir and the shield, they serve as a visual representation of his unpredictable and often confusing presence in the Marvel Universe. This adds to his already complicated role as a trickster and a powerful, unpredictable force.
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These variant covers seem to be some of the best, but the fact that they are labeled as “The Impossible Variants” introduces a fascinating potential twist to Impossible Man’s appearances. These "impossible variants" could be different versions of the legendary villain throughout the Multiverse, meaning that the combined powers displayed on these variant covers could be spread out among these variants. Since he is a shapeshifter, able to transform into anyone or anything, it’s hard to tell if these versions are simply his usual pranks or actual Multiversal variants.
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Marvel’s decision to use Impossible Man in this way is an exciting and clever approach. By allowing this unpredictable character to interact with various Marvel storylines, he becomes a unique tool to unite these different arcs. Impossible Man’s ability to bridge universes and manipulate multiple Marvel realities adds depth and richness to the narratives he touches, allowing fans to experience the Marvel Multiverse in an entirely new way. His chaotic presence is the perfect vehicle for this crossover.
All-New Venom #6, Psylocke #7, and West Coast Avengers #7, featuring the first Impossible Variant covers, will be available May 7, 2025 from Marvel Comics.
Source: Marvel.com announcement
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Thor
Associated with the mythical realm of Asgard, Thor is a Marvel Comics hero who channels the power of thunder to slay their foes. Though the name is chiefly tied to Thor Odinson, several other characters also take on the role of God of Thunder, including Odinson's love interest, Jane Foster. Odin is portrayed as a physically imposing hero with incredible strength and typically wields the dwarven forged hammer, Mjolnir.
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Captain America
Initially debuting in 1940, Captain America is the patriotically themed superhero who has shared the title with only a few individuals. Beginning with Steve Rogers, Captain America's birth resulted from a frail man taking part in an experimental U.S. Army super-soldier trial, which imbued him with super-human abilities. The character is often depicted wielding a nigh unbreakable and aerodynamic shield made of vibranium that they use to defend and attack their foes.
