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Finally, we have the character breakdown for Disney/Marvel’s upcoming MCU film, The Eternals.
We’re about to embark on a deep exploration into Marvel’s mythos. The Eternals will change the scope of the Marvel’s Cinematic Universe as we know it. Eternals gives the MCU an opportunity to explore a world vastly unfamiliar to casual comic book fans.
The group of god-like beings was the result of the Celestials experimentation on humans. They have sworn to protect the human race, especially from their relatives the Deviants. Eternals were created by Jack Kirby in 1976 and have a linear connection with other Marvel characters.
According to That Hashtag Show, we finally know which Eternals make the MCU cut.
Druig
Unlike like the other Eternal members, Druig was power hungry. His greed often made him more of a foe than a friend. Druig is immensely powerful and a superior intellect. Similarly to Loki, Druig does help the Eternals when necessary.
Eros
Fans of Marvel Comics know Eros as Starfox, the brother of Thanos. So, his inclusion opens the possibility of seeing Thanos beyond Avengers 4. Unlike his eldest brother, Eros is the embodiment of light. Eros was given the name Starfox by Wasp after he expressed interest in joining the Avengers.
Elysius
Although technically not born an Eternal, Elysius does hold the title. Elysius was created by the Integral Synaptic Anti-Anionic Computer, ISACC, who was created by Eros and Thanos’ father, A’lars aka Mentor. Much of her time is spent on intergalactic adventures. However, she travels to Earth and has a romantic relationship with Mar-Vell.
Forgotten One
History is unable to pinpoint the name of the Eternal who wandered the earth for centuries. As his name suggests, he’s often referred to as the Forgotten One. Some know him as Hercules or the Bible’s Samson. He also goes by another name, Gilgamesh.
In the early days, Gilgamesh was punished and confined to Olympus after interfering with Earthlings. In need of his assistance, he’d be allowed come out of exile to fight the Deviants.
Ikaris
Ikaris is often seen in the forefront of the group. He’s known for his brash attitude and cockiness. Of all the Eternals he’s one the mortal enemies of the Deviants.
Like Sersi, Ikaris walked among the humans and fell in love with a Greek woman long ago. He suffered a great tragedy, losing his son, Icarus to a flying accident. It’s alleged that he took on the name Ikaris in honor of his fallen son.
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Makkari
The speedster of the group, Makkari is also a close friend of Ikaris. Makkari is easily the fastest being in the Marvel universe. He’s another Eternal that walked among the humans. Makkari witnessed the Persian War and Great Fire of Rome.
He also served as a charioteer the Persian Empire. In the comics, his history has been retconned to make him Mercury and Hurricane — to heroes of Marvel’s past.
Sersi
Early reports suggested that Sersi would be the focus of the film. After all, she’s the Eternal member who loves walking among the humans.
Historically, she’s made her mark and a film focusing on her makes sense. Sersi is cited as arguably the most powerful of the Eternals.
Thena
Not to be confused with the Olympian Goddess Athena, although she sometimes is. Thena is the daughter of Zuras and Cybele. Her story is primarily depicted in the Babylonian era where she faced off against the Deviant, Kro.
The two super-powered beings fell in love and she gave birth to halfbreed children, Donald, and Deborah Ritter.
Zuras
As one of Kronos’ children, Zuras is the ruler of the Eternals. Kind of line their version of Zeus. As a matter of fact, in the comics, he had beef with Zeus in the early days.
After they squashed it, he named Thena after Athena. It probably goes without saying but he is the most powerful of all the Eternals.
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New Characters
Additionally, there’s an undescribed male lead, and a character with the cover name Karen — they want a woman of African, Middle Eastern, or Native American descent.
The studio is looking for actors/actresses between the ages of 20-45, according to That Hashtag Show. With the exception of an unknown character Piper. They’re looking for an actor between the age of 10-16.
The Rider’s, Chloe Zhao will direct a script written by Matthew and Ryan Firpo. Return to help Marvel Studios is casting director Sarah Finn.
Currently, there are no reports on whether or not the Deviants will take part in the film. Although one can hope. There’s a speculation that the story could follow Neil Gaiman’s adaption. We could see a movie that follows the Eternals after their minds are wiped clean.
Eternals begins filming in the summer of 2019 with Nov. 6, 2020, as its expected release date.