Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi finally returns to theMCUinMarvel’sWhat If…?season 3, set to release three years afterShang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings. Shang-Chi’s 2021 solo movie followed the martial artist as he reunites with his father Wenwu, saves the world in Ta-Lo, and earns a spot in the Avengers for his efforts inShang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings' post-credits scene. However, Shang-Chi hasn’t appeared in any other MCU movie or show ever since.
On YouTube,Marvel Entertainmentreleased a video teasing the MCU’s next projects coming to Disney+. These projects include four animated series:Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man,Marvel Zombies,Eyes of Wakanda, andthe upcoming 2024 seriesWhat If…?season 3.Marvel’s short teaser forWhat If…?season 3 features Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi in what appears to be cowboy attire, telling an off-screen character,“up for an adventure?".The teaser also reveals the return of Malekith’s Dark Elf army and a Gundam-like Captain America mecha. Watch the full video below:
What The What If Season 3 Trailer Reveals
A Shang-Chi Variant Will Likely Star In A What If…? Season 3 Episode
Marvel’s teaser forWhat If…?season 3 is very brief, but it contains exciting footage.One ofWhat If…?season 3’s episodes will introduce a new variant of Shang-Chi, who seems to be a seasoned fighter in his universe. This Shang-Chi variant was previously confirmed whenWhat If…?season 2 was initially announced, with Shang-Chi appearing in concept art alongside Awkwafina’s Katy. In both the concept image andWhat If…?season 3’s first teaser, Shang-Chi seems to be wearing an armored vest, cargo pants, and a yellow hood.
Our Take On The What If Season 3 Trailer
Shang-Chi’s Return Was Long Overdue, But There’s A Problem
Phase 4’sShang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Ringspresented Shang-Chi as an essential character in the MCU’s post-Avengers: Endgameera. Yet, Shang-Chi hasn’t even been mentioned since his debut as of late Phase 5. Due to his fighting prowess, charisma, and ownership of the Ten Rings, Shang-Chi has the potential to be one of the Multiverse Saga’s main characters. The clock is ticking and the Multiverse Saga inches closer to its climactic conclusion inAvengers: Secret Wars, soShang-Chi’s absence has been rather concerning. Fortunately,What If…?season 3 marks Shang-Chi’s second MCU appearance.
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While Shang-Chi’s appearance inWhat If…?season 3 is exciting, the fact that this version of the hero will be a different variant underlines the problem with Shang-Chi’s long absence. Shang-Chi’s role inWhat If…?season 3 could be a highlight of the series, but the original variant’s story will probably remain untouched for a while. If Simu Liu’s original Shang-Chi doesn’t get a supporting role in any ofthe MCU’s upcoming projects, the next chance to revisit his story may come in 2026’sAvengers: Doomsday. On the bright side,Shang-Chi 2could still be announced for Phase 6.
