When Marvel Zombies Debuts in Cinemas, One Avenger is Set to Shine

Warning: Spoilers for Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #3 In a thrilling twist for fans of the Avengers, a remarkable character from the Marvel universe is stepping into the limelight within the horror-tinged realm of Marvel Zombies. Following the success of a special episode in the What If…? series, the MCU is gearing up for an eagerly awaited Marvel Zombies series. This adaptation is rooted in the iconic horror narrative crafted by Mark Millar, Greg Land, and Robert Kirkman, promising to deliver a blend of terror and humor that audiences will adore. Particularly, one Avenger demonstrates the potential to be the most terrifying—and comical—zombie of them all.

In Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #3, penned by Thomas Krajewski and illustrated by Jason Muhr, readers witness a chilling confrontation between Groot and Hulk who encounter a fearsome zombified Ant-Man in his Giant Man guise. Scott Lang takes on a monstrous appearance reminiscent of The Last of Us, wreaking havoc as he crushes everything in his vicinity. His enhanced strength allows him to endure Hulk’s attacks, including a tank thrown at him in a desperate attempt to contain him.

Comic book panels: A Zombified Scott Lang as Giant Man, Grabbing Groot and Crushing Hulk

This issue hauntingly illustrates the terrifying capabilities of a zombified Ant-Man, heightening anticipation for what the official adaptation of the Marvel Zombies series will entail.

Scott Lang’s Giant Zombie Form: A Menace to the Marvel Zombies Universe

Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #3 by Thomas Krajewski, Jason Muhr, Rachelle Rosenberg, and Travis Lanham

Scott Lang’s transformation into a zombie poses a grave challenge for the remaining heroes as he dispatches both Hulk and Groot with alarming ease. Despite their fierce determination to stop him, it ultimately takes Groot long enough to deduce that to defeat this formidable foe, targeting his shrinking device is essential, rather than merely trying to overpower him.

This segment emphasizes the immense threat level posed by heroes possessing size-altering abilities when they spiral out of control. Characters like Wasp (who faced a similar fate in the MCU’s Marvel Zombies episode), Yellow Jacket, and Mystique also harbor powers that permit them to shift in size, marking them as significant dangers to any survivors amidst the chaos of a zombie apocalypse.

Tiny Zombies as Unexpected Comic Relief

Comic book panels: Groot Holds a Recently Shrunken Zombie Ant-Man

Perhaps the most surprising twist in Ant-Man’s behavior within Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay arises when Groot compels him to revert to his smaller form. The tone shifts dramatically as Ant-Man, still a zombie, playfully lunges at Groot, providing a stark contrast to his formidable Giant Man form. This humorous aspect adds a refreshing layer to the narrative, affirming the character’s inherent comedic potential even in a dire situation, making him memorable as a zombie.

This amusing depiction taps into the charm that underpinned the success of the character’s initial film, offsetting the dark themes with moments of levity.

Marvel’s Heroes Should Remain Vigilant

Comic book panels: Groot Releases Zombie Ant-Man in a Miniaturized Avengers Tower

While Ant-Man’s minuscule form renders him a lesser immediate threat in Dawn of Decay, he still harbors potential dangers. If his bite possesses enough force to penetrate skin, he could inadvertently transmit the zombie virus without anyone realizing his capabilities.

In this sense, he mirrors the behavior of a mosquito that carries disease, posing a substantial risk to the Marvel Universe if allowed to roam freely. His ability to alternate between being an amusing yet lethal entity challenges the expectations of surviving heroes.

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Be it in a grand or diminutive form, Ant-Man is a dual threat in varied ways. Should another hero with size-altering abilities emerge in the miniseries, observing the chaos they could unleash becomes an intriguing prospect. Characters like Ant-Man possess the unique ability to steal the spotlight from other zombified Avengers in the Marvel Zombies narrative, stirring excitement about who would potentially endure amidst a catastrophic outbreak.

Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay #3 is available now from Marvel Comics!

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