Why Moon Knight Has 2 Different Costumes
Warning! Spoilers ahead for Moon Knight episode 2.
In Marvel's new Moon Knight, a second costume and identity for the MCU's newest vigilante hero has been revealed in the form of Mr. Knight. While Oscar Isaac's Steven Grant still has plenty of questions about what's going on and about the other personality who takes control of his body, the veil has begun to lift with Moon Knight episode 2. Not only does he learn more about Marc Spector and his role as Moon Knight, but a surprise twist leads to the debut of Mr. Knight, another of Moon Knight's alters.
In Moon Knight episode 2, Steven Grant is still reeling from the late-night events at the museum where he was attacked by a supernatural jackal summoned by Arthur Harrow (Ethan Hawke), the current avatar of the Egyptian goddess Ammit. Surrendering to the version of himself Steven sees in the mirror, Marc Spector took control of the body and became Moon Knight, the chosen avatar of the moon god Khonshu. Steven then wakes up back in his bed, determined to never give Marc control of their shared body ever again. However, new conflicts with Harrow and his followers convince Steven otherwise, allowing Marc as the primary alter to take over once more.
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That being said, the traditional Moon Knight showing up in the episode was preceded by the surprising introduction of Mr. Knight, an alternate form of Khonshu's Fist. Wearing a white business suit with a mask, Mr. Knight has typically held a more reserved role in the comics while Moon Knight is the more brutal instrument of justice. However, the new MCU version features a brand new twist on the character. Here's what's known about Mr. Knight thus far and his powers compared to
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