How MCU Ruined Black Bolt in “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”

No, there is no conspiracy about a weaker variant of Black Bolt in ‘Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,’ but you’re not wrong in saying that Black Bolt is killed too soon to fully understand his powers. 

Today, we’re exploring: ‘How Strong Is Black Bolt, and Is His Quick Death Reasonable?’ Let’s find out.

Who Is Black Bolt?

Blackagar Boltagon, also known as Black Bolt, reigns as the King of the Inhumans of Attilan and is hailed as one of their most formidable leaders. 

His renowned quasi-sonic ability, a result of Terrigenesis—a process that induces genetic mutation—has transformed his voice into an immensely powerful weapon. 

In “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” Black Bolt of Earth 838 demonstrated abilities identical to those of his variant from other universes, and served as the Inhuman representative on the Illuminati council. 

This brings us to a pressing question: Despite the formidable quasi-sonic power that Black Bolt wields, why was he swiftly defeated by Wanda on Earth 838? 

To understand this, we first need to dive into the scientific workings behind Black Bolt’s ability.

How Does Black Bolt’s Power Work?

Unlike Banshee from the X-Men, a unique mechanism in Black Bolt’s brain generates a mysterious particle that, when combined with electrons, unleashes tremendous power. 

The hallmark of Black Bolt’s abilities is his quasi-sonic scream; attempting to speak initiates a particle-electron tempest, resulting in colossal shockwaves. 

The antenna on Black Bolt’s headpiece serves dual purposes: it can either focus his powers to bolster his physical strength and agility or amplify his quasi-sonic scream. 

Essentially, when Black Bolt attempts to articulate, his brain triggers these massive shockwaves, releasing them simultaneously with his voice like a sonic bomb. 

This explains the adage: He can destroy his enemy just with a whisper.

Is That Reasonable When Black Bold Ended Up Like That?

Despite Black Bolt’s formidable powers, he was swiftly defeated by Wanda. 

In “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” his panic and hesitation to use his power, after Scarlet Witch sealed his mouth, led to his demise. He screamed, and the resulting quasi-sonic blast caused his own death. 

So, is it reasonable? Yes, and science can explain it. 

Black Bolt needs to vocalize to activate his brain’s ability. With his mouth sealed, there was no way for the blast to escape. 

Could it exit through his nose? Biologically and neurologically, no. 

The nose’s primary function is breathing, not connected to the brain’s speech function, preventing the particle-electron storm from escaping that way. 

Thus, lacking an exit for his power, as you notice in the movie scene, the blast imploded within his skull instead of escaping through his mouth.

So, what do you guys think? Is there any other explanation how Wanda could easily defeat the Illuminati in Earth 838? Share with us!