The MCU's marks the next stage of the God of Thunder's future. No other hero in the MCU has received four solo films, but the recent rejuvenation of the characters has allowed the studio to move into new territory with Thor. For Love And Thunder, this may mean the debut of the Greek Pantheon.
The Olympians have had an important role in Marvel Comics for quite some time. While the company's stories often involve mythology and ancient deities, it is both Norse and Grecian legends which have the largest impact on the comics. If the sequel really does bring in Olympus and its residents then there's a variety of notable characters who could also be making their debut.
Zeus
Russell Crowe recently revealed the role that he will be portraying in Thor: Love And Thunder. Supposedly, the veteran actor will be suiting up as Zeus, the Greek Pantheon equivalent to All-Father Odin. Zeus certainly holds a mighty presence in the comics.
As the head of the table and god of the gods, Zeus really is one of the most important deities in Greek mythology. His many children make up the heroes of Earth and many of the other legendary characters in these fables, with his lightning bolts and impressive abilities making the mightiest of villains look weak.
Ares
Ares is another character from the Greek Pantheon who has been utilized many times in Marvel Comics, even becoming an Avenger. He's a strange ally for Thor to team up with considering his penchant for violence and lack of mercy, but the two could make great partners on the battlefield.
Ares' history is certainly complicated, though, thanks to his time with Norman Osborn on the Dark Avengers and his death at the hands of the Sentry. This is contrasted by his many heroic deeds though, with Ares' moral complexity definitely creating a character worth watching on screen.
Athena
The comic books sometimes take liberties with their portrayals of certain characters from Norse mythology and the same can be said for that of the Greeks. Yet Athena's appearances across Marvel history could be some of the most accurate to the legends.
Athena is supremely intelligent and powerful. Born from the mind of Zeus, not only is she one of the smartest beings in existence but she also carries with her great tactical skill in battle. She's a warrior and a thinker but isn't always the easiest character to read. She'd certainly be quite the contrast to Thor.
Aphrodite
Thor considers himself a bit of a ladies' man, but Aphrodite's heart is not so easily won. The goddess of love and beauty, it's fairly obvious from the title of Thor 4 that Aphrodite could certainly have a part to play in the ongoing narrative, perhaps in regards to the dynamics between Jane Foster and the God of Thunder.
Aphrodite is incredibly smart in her own right and has been romantically linked to a number of Marvel and Greek characters over the years. Her destructive relationship with Ares is especially significant, though, with her manipulation of the warrior leading to war and bloodshed.
Hades
Hela has already made an appearance in the MCU with her links to the Norse version of the afterlife being portrayed through her undead warriors. But when talking about death, the god of the underworld, Hades, always comes to mind.
Hades is scheming, untrustworthy, and likely a pretty good ally for Loki. He could certainly be the next great threat to Thor, although his own portrayal on-screen and in popular culture has shifted dramatically across time. If the Greek Pantheon is brought to the MCU then Hades will likely be amongst their ranks.
Phobos
As one of the sons of Ares, Phobos struggled to really find his identity. He gained further god-like gifts by drinking the blood of the Japanese deity Mikaboshi and has been known as both the god of fear and the god of war in his own right.
The character is heavily interlinked with the Marvel universe, serving as part of Nick Fury's Secret Warriors for a number of years and growing up throughout the timeline of the comics. Thor could act as a mentor to the boy, setting up a completely different dynamic for him.
Artemis And Apollo
It's difficult to have one without the other, Artemis and Apollo are twin sister and brother. Each of them has their own respective powers and titles. Apollo is known as the master of medicine, health, poetry, archery, and the sun, amongst other things. Artemis is the goddess of the hunt, wild animals, vegetation, and childbirth, alongside some other titles.
Each twin carries incredibly different values, with Apollo almost a pacifist in comparison to Artemis' band of female fighters. It would be fascinating to see Artemis especially interact and perhaps form a friendship or romance with the last of the Valkyrie, Brunnhilde.
Hephaestus
While the MCU might have introduced Eitri the King of the Dwarves as a master blacksmith and creator, the Greek gods had Hephaestus to forge their swords, produce their armor and ultimately design a number of magical artifacts.
These kinds of objects are vital to the mythology of the Grecian legends and the Marvel universe itself. Hephaestus is likely a very probable pick when it comes to deciding which Greek gods will make the final cut for the MCU version of the Olympians.
Hecate
Hecate is the goddess of magic in Greek mythology and therefore a vital aspect of Marvel Comics. Usually written as a villain, Hecate could certainly be a gamechanger for the MCU, especially in regards to characters that interact with Thor, like Loki and Doctor Strange.
Her abilities are awe-inspiring, especially considering that she is a deity who holds power that the Sorcerer Supreme might not be able to comprehend. Magic and love often go hand in hand for a variety of reasons, so Hecate could be sewing her own chaos in Love And Thunder.
Hercules
If only one single Greek character is brought into the MCU then it has to be Hercules. The god of heroes The Eternals in some capacity and could majorly shift the status quo of the universe.
As one of the longest-serving of the Avengers, best friends to Amadeus Cho the current Hulk, part of the God Squad, and a mighty hero by all s, Hercules would become fast friends with Thor in the MCU. It's thrilling to think about the possibility of the character's MCU debut.
