Pepper Potts: The New Face of Funding in the Aftermath of Avengers

Following the tragic events of Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the face of the Avengers has drastically changed. Tony Stark, Clint Barton, Natasha Romanoff, Steve Rogers, Vision (until he became the White Vision), Thor (with the Guardians of the Galaxy), Dr. Strange, Black Widow, Wanda Maximoff, and the remaining members like Bruce Banner, have either perished or departed from their roles. This leaves a significant void within the former coalition of champions.

Current Status of the Avengers

As of the start of Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the Avengers are no longer a cohesive entity. Key members like Captain America (Steve Rogers) and Bucky Barnes (Sam Wilson) are attempting to live normal lives, which means they are no longer directly acting as Avengers. Thor has left to join the Guardians of the Galaxy, leaving Earth temporarily. Additionally, members such as Doctor Strange and T’Challa, while technically not part of the Avenger's pact, are re-integrating themselves with the world and facing personal challenges. Bucky Barnes and Wanda Maximoff are also dealing with significant fallout due to past actions.

Pepper Potts: The Everyday Superhero

Pepper Potts, the iconic sidekick to Tony Stark and now a leading businesswoman and mother, finds herself at a pivotal time in her life. Her husband Tony was a vital financial support to the Avengers, but his death leaves her to navigate an array of new responsibilities. In Falcon and the Winter Soldier, she is seen coping with her grief and managing Stark Industries, a company Tony built and left in her capable hands. Her role is now more centered around her family and her professional growth, as opposed to funding superheroes.

Funding the Avengers: A Non-Responsibility

While it's poignant to imagine Pepper helping the Avengers, her responsibilities are currently centered elsewhere. The Avengers are not her children, and there is no legal requirement for her to provide financial support. Peter Parker, however, has been a long-time foster son of the Starks and his guardianship, along with his father's legacy, might explain Pepper's involvement with him.

Actress’ Choice and Practical Considerations

Moreover, actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who plays Pepper Potts in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, chose to step away from the role after Avengers: Endgame. This decision, coupled with the events leading up to Falcon and the Winter Soldier, makes her involvement with the Avengers beyond minimally. Her character's current focus is on her professional and personal life, rather than active superheroism.

Conclusion: A New Era for Pepper

In the post-Avenger's world, Pepper Potts has taken her own path. Her role as a mother, executive, and manager of Stark Industries is more prominent. While she may occasionally offer aid or support, her involvement with the Avengers is no longer a central theme. This new era for Pepper is a testament to her resilience and the complexity of her character beyond Tony Stark's shadow.