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Kevin—the panel's advocate for nostalgia and traditional comic storytelling—emphasized that Marvel’s current works have leaned far too heavily on political correctness, sacrificing character depth and connection in favor of modern social themes that appear contrary to the escapism that comic book fans expect.
Disney's Future Directions
With Disney at a crossroads, it appears the company is attempting to juggle introducing the Young Avengers while simultaneously quadrupling down on established characters. Recent rumors suggest these characters may not have standalone efforts due to the waning interest in them, resulting instead in an ensemble cast mixed with legacy characters—a strategy that could either restore audience engagement or further dilute the Marvel brand.