The Possibility of Darkhold's Return in the Multiverse of Madness

Introduction

The Darkhold, a repository of dark magic known from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), became a central object of contention particularly in the film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Its destruction at the hands of the Scarlet Witch was a pivotal moment. This article explores the theoretical possibility of its return, considering it from two distinct perspectives: through Doctor Strange and the concept of the True Darkhold.

The Role of Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange, with his unparalleled knowledge in the mystic arts, has a unique understanding of the Darkhold. Despite Strange stating that every version of the Darkhold was destroyed in the entire multiverse, the complexity of the multiverse leaves open the possibility of its return. Here are two scenarios in which the Darkhold might reappear:

Scenario 1: Recall by Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange’s Photographic Memory

Doctor Strange has a photographic memory and has read through the Darkhold. It's possible that some of the spells he encountered are still etched into his memory. If he were to intentionally recall or relive these memories, he could potentially reconstitute the knowledge of the Darkhold and utilize these spells.

Scarlet Witch's Mind-Reading Powers

The Scarlet Witch, with her telepathic abilities, could access Doctor Strange's mind to retrieve the information stored there. This would allow her to recite, decipher, or reconstruct the spells from the Darkhold. Her telekinetic and power-enhancing abilities could also provide the necessary leverage to bring about the return of this ancient text.

Scenario 2: The True Darkhold

The Concept of the True Darkhold

While there are countless versions of the Darkhold throughout the multiverse, the True Darkhold is unique. Made from the flesh of the Elder God Chthon, it holds the original and most potent version of the magics. This Darkhold is allegedly invincible and can instantly corrupt anyone who dares to read it. The True Darkhold is said to be the ultimate source of all dark magic and is capable of causing catastrophic events.

Introduction of the True Darkhold

The introduction of the True Darkhold is unlikely to be a focus of the MCU in the near future. The MCU has a series of planned events to maintain a consistent narrative, such as the House of M storyline, Avengers vs. X-Men, and the introduction of Dr. Doom. Additionally, the character development of Wanda’s oscillation between heroism and villainy will likely be a significant plot point. However, should these plotlines unfold and stabilize, the introduction of the True Darkhold could be a potential storyline to explore.

The Unlikely Destruction of the True Darkhold

Immutability of the True Darkhold

The True Darkhold, being the original and most powerful version of the text, is inherently resistant to destruction. While Spellbreaker, who obtained the original True Darkhold and Blackrose, failed to destroy it, the true nature of the Darkhold is such that it can surpass any known method of annihilation.

Speculation on Future Plots

The notion that the Darkhold can return, particularly the True Darkhold, introduces numerous possibilities for future MCU plotlines. Should the multiverse expand further or new characters emerge, it could lead to conflicts of epic proportions, especially if these entities seek to harness or destroy the True Darkhold.

Conclusion

While Doctor Strange's photographic memory and Scarlet Witch's telepathic abilities offer a plausible path for the Darkhold's return, the concept of the True Darkhold raises even more intriguing questions. The MCU's narrative direction will likely dictate when, if ever, the True Darkhold is introduced. Until then, the possibility of the Darkhold returning keeps the multiverse story rich and unpredictable.