What If…? Season 3 marks a pivotal moment in the animated MCU series, bringing us closer to its grand conclusion. This episode kicks off an exciting cosmic rescue mission led by Captain Carter and her team of multiversal protectors. With The Watcher now in danger, the stakes are higher than ever, setting the stage for a thrilling two-part series finale.
From unexpected alliances to surprising twists, here’s a detailed breakdown of the episode, its ending, and all the major Easter eggs and references you might have missed.
What If…? Season 3, Episode 7: Key Story Takeaways
The Watcher’s Disappearance
The episode opens with a dramatic continuation from What If…? Season 3, Episode 6, where The Watcher’s oath to only observe is broken. For the first time, The Watcher intervenes in the events around him, which results in his capture by his fellow Watchers. In the aftermath,
shards from the Observational Plane break off, alerting Peggy Carter and her team to his peril.
Captain Carter Leads the Team
Captain Carter, a central figure in the What If…? multiverse, is now leading a new team of heroes. Alongside her, we have the fierce Kahori, Byrdie the Duck (a grown-up version of Howard and Darcy’s daughter), and Storm, the Goddess of Thunder. Together, they must embark on a dangerous rescue mission to save The Watcher,
who has taken a mysterious entity known as The Eminence.
A Cosmic Mission to Save The Watcher
The team is tasked with accessing the 5th dimension to reach the Observational Plane, the realm where The Watcher resides. Despite their best efforts to retrofit shards from the Observational Plane using advanced technology and Storm’s divine powers, their attempts to create a portal fail. With only one shard left,
the team turns to a powerful and dangerous ally—Infinity Ultron.
Infinity Ultron’s Role in the Story
Why Infinity Ultron Helps the Team
Infinity Ultron is a version of Ultron who has obtained the Infinity Stones and used them to annihilate his entire universe. In this episode, we learn more about Ultron’s tragic journey. He created a lifeless world, believing peace was the absence of conflict. But upon realizing that a world without life is a world devoid of peace, Ultron seeks redemption. By helping Captain Carter’s team,
Ultron hopes to restore balance and fight for true peace.
Why Did The Watchers Take Captain Carter?
Captain Carter’s involvement in multiple breaches of The Watcher’s oath throughout the series likely led to her being capture. As punishment for these interferences, The Eminence sees her as a “multiversal menace.” This could a consequence of the numerous times Peggy has been directly involved in events outside of her own universe,
from her recruitment in Season 1 to her current role in this rescue mission.
What If…? Season 3, Episode 7 Ending Explained
The episode concludes with a shocking cliffhanger. After facing off against Infinity Ultron, Captain Carter is capture The Eminence, leaving her team to continue the mission without her. This sets up an exciting lead-in for the two-part finale,
where the team will need to confront even greater challenges to rescue The Watcher and restore balance to the multiverse.
What If…? Season 3, Episode 7’s Biggest Easter Eggs and References
Nebula as Nova Prime
One of the standout Easter eggs from this episode is the inclusion of Nebula as Nova Prime. This version of Nebula was first introduced in What If…? Season 2 and serves as a powerful leader in an alternate universe.
Hydra’s Champion
The giant squid-like Hydra’s Champion makes a return in this episode, first seen in What If…? Season 1. The creature is defeate Captain Carter and her team in a thrilling action sequence.
Kang’s Time Sphere
Captain Carter is seen piloting Kang the Conqueror Time Sphere, which first appeare in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. This nod to Kang adds another layer of connection to the broader MCU, hinting at possible future crossovers.
Storm’s Debut with Mjolnir
The reveal of Storm wielding Mjolnir is a massive moment for fans. Her powerful transformation into the Goddess of Thunder is enhance the iconic X-Men ’97 theme music, a perfect touch for Storm’s grand debut.
Natasha Lyonne as Byrdie the Duck
In a fun casting choice, actress Natasha Lyonne voices Byrdie the Duck, a grown-up version of Howard the Duck and Darcy’s daughter. Byrdie is introduce as a powerful character who adds a unique dynamic to the team.
Foosball Marvel Characters
In an amusing visual detail, several Marvel characters are depict as Foosball players aboard Byrdie’s ship. Among the characters represented are Thanos, Iron Man, Loki, Galactus, Doctor Doom, and more, including a special appearance by Infinity Ultron.
Reset Charges from the TVA
Captain Carter’s team is seen using reset charges from the Time Variance Authority (TVA). This connection suggests that the team has interacted with the TVA in the past, and could hint at future storylines that involve time manipulation and multiversal shenanigans.
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Conclusion
What If…? Season 3, Episode 7 is a thrilling chapter in the animated series, setting the stage for an epic conclusion. With Captain Carter and her team now embarking on a dangerous mission to rescue The Watcher, the multiverse is more at risk than ever.
With new alliances being formed and old ones test, the final episodes are sure to provide plenty of action, surprises, and emotional moments.
Stay tuned as the Guardians of the Multiverse face their biggest challenge yet.
