The Darkhold in Wandavision and Agents of Shield: A Tale of Two Copies

The Darkhold is a powerful and controversial magical text that has appeared in various Marvel universe stories, including Wandavision and Agents of Shield. However, it is important to clarify the differences in its portrayal and the context in which it was presented in each of these series.

Introduction to the Darkhold

The Darkhold, also known as the Libro Oscuro, is a demonic grimoire that contains dark and prohibited magic. The story of how it was portrayed in Wandavision and Agents of Shield is layered, and understanding its origins and impacts requires delving into both series.

Origins and Context

Wandavision: In Wandavision, the Darkhold appears as a powerful source of magic that Wanda Maximoff uses to control the world of Westview. The specific powers it grants are not explicitly stated, but it is clear that it plays a significant role in her ability to manipulate the environment and inhabitants of Westview.

: InAgents of Shield, the Darkhold is given to Ghost Rider after the events of the episode "Ghost Rider: Hell Agent." The portrayal of the Darkhold in this series is different, as it is used by Ghost Rider to study and understand the powers contained within it.

Multiple Copies of the Darkhold

The series Multiverse of Madness provides additional context regarding the Darkhold. In this film, Dr. Wong confirms that the Darkhold seen in both Wandavision and Agents of Shield was a mere copy of the original. The true Darkhold exists outside of the Multiverse and is known as the source of the energy that Wanda Maximoff accesses in Multiverse of Madness to destroy all copies.

Destroying the Darkhold

Wanda Maximoff goes to Mount Wundagore, the home of the pacts, to destroy the Darkhold. This act ensures that no one else can be corrupted or tempted by the dark magic contained within the grimoire. The destruction means that the Darkhold's power is neutralized, preventing any further abuse.

The Existence and Copies of the Darkhold

Multiple copies of the Darkhold exist throughout the multiverse. Some of these copies are:

Morgan Le Fay's Copy: Known to exist in her possession, potentially from the same original Darkhold used by the Ghost Rider. Lucy and Joseph Bauer's Copy: Found in their possession, contributing to the overall network of copies. Ghost Rider's Copy: Confirmed to be in his possession until he was given the Darkhold. Agatha Harkness's Copy: Agatha mentions that the Darkhold states that Wanda is the Scarlet Witch, linking to her use of Chaos Magic.

The Darkhold being a grimoire with multiple copies raises questions about its origins and the potential for more copies to exist or be discovered. The true Darkhold, however, is believed to be outside of any one universe, providing an ongoing challenge for characters seeking power or knowledge.

Conclusion

The portrayal of the Darkhold in Wandavision and Agents of Shield highlights the specific context and powers associated with the grimoire in each series. The confirmation of multiple copies and the eventual destruction of these copies by Wanda Maximoff in the multiverse further underscores the role of the Darkhold in the broader Marvel universe. The destruction ensures that the power of the Darkhold is contained, preventing further abuse and corruption.