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Initially, Blade was rumored to be a period-piece set in a different era, with some reports indicating it would be a lower-tier Marvel film with minimal significance. There was also speculation that Blade would be sidelined as a supporting character or replaced with a heavily women-led story, overshadowing the titular vampire hunter. At one point, the script allegedly cast Blade as a fourth-tier character, with other female-led characters taking precedence.
However, recent leaks suggest a shift back to the core of what fans want: Marala Ali returning to his roots—slaying vampires. Industry insiders report that the film is finally moving towards a leaner, more straightforward approach, focusing on Blade as the vampire hunter he was envisioned to be.