What is Alioth? 'Deadpool & Wolverine' introduces one monster from 'Loki'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The highly anticipated Marvel movie, 'Deadpool & Wolverine', hit theaters on Friday, July 26, bringing with it a whirlwind of excitement and irreverent humor. The film's self-aware wit and humor take aim at the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) itself, poking fun at its recent struggles and formulaic approach.
Full of surprises, the movie features laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt quotes that resonate long after the credits roll. Amid the comedic chaos, 'Deadpool & Wolverine' also introduces a formidable monster from the 'Loki' series: Alioth. This fearsome entity, originally encountered by Loki and Sylvie, adds a layer of unexpected depth and intrigue to the film.
Who would have thought that a Disney-produced movie like 'Deadpool & Wolverine' would deliver some of the most memorable and hilarious one-liners? The film’s sharp wit, coupled with the introduction of Alioth, makes it a must-see, ensuring that both the humor and the thrilling new elements will be remembered for years to come.
'Deadpool & Wolverine' introduce 'Alioth' the cosmic destroyer from the multiversal war
As the ruler of the Void, Alioth is a trans-dimensional being created at the end of the Multiversal War, emerging from the countless rips and tears in multiple realities caused by battling Kang variants. 'He Who Remains' eventually harnessed Alioth's power to defeat the other Kang variants.
Alioth roams the Void, consuming everything in his path. Anything he devours ceases to exist permanently. While his true nature remains largely mysterious, he can interact with inhabitants of the Void.
In Loki, Classic Loki hypnotizes Alioth, enabling Loki and Sylvie to enchant him, creating one of the series' most memorable scenes. Alioth also has a special connection to He Who Remains, acting as the key to the Citadel at the End of Time. This monstrous entity is central to the high-stakes drama in Deadpool & Wolverine.
'Alioth': From mindless destroyer to controlled chaos
In 'Deadpool & Wolverine', audiences witnessed the big screen debut of Alioth, the monstrous storm beast first introduced in 'Loki'. This fearsome entity continues to consume Variants sent to the Void, a realm outside of time and space.
The film revealed a surprising twist: it's possible to negotiate with Alioth. Cassandra Nova, the film's antagonist, struck a deal with the creature, ensuring her fortress remained untouched. In exchange, she provided Alioth with 'food' unsuspecting Variants and other unfortunate beings who ended up in the Void.
This dark arrangement highlighted Cassandra's ruthlessness and Alioth's insatiable hunger. The dynamic between the characters and the monster added an intriguing layer to the film, showcasing the lengths to which Cassandra would go to maintain her power while also introducing a terrifying new dimension to Alioth's existence.
'Deadpool & Wolverine' trailer
'Deadpool & Wolverine' is now streaming in theaters near you.