Marvel's Phase 4 Wasn't A Beginning, It Was An Epilogue
Marvel’s Phase 4 has received more criticism than other Phases. A lot of fans feel like the characters aren’t moving forward in their journeys, either staying still or going backwards. While those criticisms are valid, it’s also important to acknowledge that Phase 4 is an epilogue of sorts, wrapping up some of the fallout in the lives of heroes who took center stage in Phase 3.
Most of the recurring characters are still dealing with life in the aftermath of the Infinity Saga, while they navigate the new challenges being thrown their way. As all this commences, Phase 4 continues to set up new threats and introduce new heroes for the future. Progress has definitely been made to give Phase 5 more direction, so although Phase 4 pales in comparison to the others, it’s clear that the most recent projects are about endings, just as much as beginnings.
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The absence of Steve Rogers has been felt by fans and characters alike in this new wave of MCU content, most heavily impacting the lives of Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes. Sharon Carter is still feeling the consequences of her actions from 2016, when she joined Team Cap during Civil War and subsequently turned to a life of crime as she went off the grid.
Steve still maintains some influence over Sam and Bucky, and the frenemies duo are still struggling to cope with the loss of their friend throughout the limited series. As they both learn to move on from their past and embrace who they are in a post-Thanos world, Sam and Bucky’s story is a continuation of storylines first present in Phases 1-3.
Clint Barton and Yelena Belova were coping with the loss of Natasha Romanoff in the Hawkeye series, and both of their stories still deeply
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