The latest trailer for Venom: The Last Dance has fans buzzing with excitement and curiosity. The final trailer finally introduces the mysterious villain Knull, the King in Black, and the god of the symbiotes. As someone who’s been following the Venom movies closely, I can say this is a huge moment, both for fans of the comics and for the future of Marvel’s cinematic universe. But who exactly is Knull, and why does his introduction matter? Let’s dive into it.
Who is Knull?
Knull is a dark and terrifying figure from Marvel’s deep lore. As the creator of the symbiotes, he’s an eldritch god who existed long before the dawn of life. His story begins in the “Primordial Void,” a place between universes, where Knull was awakened by the Celestials. Although the Celestials wanted him to help maintain cosmic balance, Knull rejected this and instead set out to destroy the Light, seeking to bring everything back to the void. His dark power, known as the “Living Abyss,” allowed him to create the symbiotes.
Knull made his first comic appearance in Thor: God of Thunder #6 (March 2013) and was more fully revealed in Venom (Vol. 4) #3. As someone who’s been keeping up with these comics, I can say his full backstory is fascinating, especially his connection to Gorr, the God Butcher (who you might remember from Thor: Love and Thunder). This all ties together to show how powerful and important Knull is to the Marvel universe.
What Does Knull Want?
Knull’s primary goal is to destroy the Light and return all existence to darkness. His hatred for life and creation led him to create the symbiotes as living weapons. But after spending time imprisoned by his own creations, Knull was eventually freed, only to be defeated by Eddie Brock (Venom) and the God of Light during Marvel’s epic King in Black storyline.
In the comics, Knull’s defeat happened in a dramatic battle where Brock, empowered by the God of Light, hurled Knull into the sun, seemingly ending his reign of terror. However, with Knull making his cinematic debut in Venom: The Last Dance, it’s clear there’s more to his story. Could this be leading to a larger role in the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)? It seems likely.
How Does Knull Fit into Venom’s Story?
Now, with Venom: The Last Dance set to release on October 25, 2024, the big question is how the movie will handle Knull’s introduction. We’ve seen Venom fight other symbiotes before, like Riot and Carnage, but Knull is a different kind of threat altogether. In the latest trailer, we see a glimpse of the towering figure, and it’s clear that this could be the darkest and most powerful villain Venom has faced yet.
Many comic book fans, myself included, are wondering if Sony is using Knull to connect their Venom movies more closely to the MCU. After all, Venom 2 already teased a crossover with Tom Holland’s Spider-Man during its post-credits scene. Could Knull be the key to merging these two worlds more permanently? It’s an exciting possibility, especially with Avengers: Secret Wars looming on the horizon.
What’s Next for Knull and the Symbiotes in the MCU?
There’s a lot of speculation that Knull could play a bigger role in the multiversal chaos that the MCU is setting up. With characters from different universes already crossing over, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Knull somehow trace the symbiote goo that was left behind in Spider-Man: No Way Home and launch an invasion of Earth-616.
Of course, we’ll have to wait and see how Venom: The Last Dance handles Knull’s story. Will he be the main villain, or just a tease for something bigger down the line? Whatever happens, one thing’s for sure—this movie is set to shake up both Sony’s Spider-Man universe and the larger MCU.
Final Thoughts
As a fan of both the comics and the movies, I’m excited to see where this all goes. Knull is a fascinating and complex character, and his introduction into the Venom movies could pave the way for some truly epic stories. If you’re interested in catching up on Knull’s comic appearances, I’d recommend starting with Venom (Vol. 4) and the King in Black storyline. Trust me, it’s worth the read.
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By the way, if you’re as hyped about Venom: The Last Dance as I am, mark your calendars for October 25, 2024, and don’t miss out on what could be one of the biggest Marvel events of the year!