The Sky Is Falling, Or Is It Just Time?
Let’s talk about something that has us all shook: Loki season 2, episode 4, known by the name “Heart of the TVA.” With a name like that, you would expect a heart-stopping twist, but nothing could prepare us for the seismic eruption that unfolded in the final moments. It was not a typical Marvel cliffhanger; it was a cataclysm that saw our heroes, including Loki and his TVA allies, on the losing end.
“The show just left off on a major cliffhanger… they witness time exploding right in front of them before a flash of light leads into the end credits,” said a Marvel insider.
That’s right, folks! No post-credits scene to offer even a crumb of closure. Just a massive, gaping void of questions until the next episode airs. Marvel fans can be a vocal lot, so it’s no surprise that the Twitterverse is exploding.
Twitter’s Warped Reality: Fans React
Amidst the fog of questions left by the latest episode, social media users chimed in with a full spectrum of emotions.
IM ACTUALLY WE MY JAW ON THE FLOOR #loki pic.twitter.com/YNeKZuX8bJ
— jenn || pain hustlers spoilers (@cocapitanas) October 27, 2023
You’re not alone, @cocapitanas, our jaws are unhinged too.
THE ENDING OF THAT EPISODE HAD ME SCREAMING?!?!?! #Loki pic.twitter.com/I4TnWV5LHZ
— Nat🍂🍁 (@nattheawknerd) October 27, 2023
Screaming, you say? @nattheawknerd, that’s the collective sentiment.
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WHAT THE FUCK WAS THAT ENDING?!! DID THE TIMELINE JUST RESET?! pic.twitter.com/2YWFBabANR
— Jordan Jones (@jordnjnes) October 27, 2023
Not everyone was thrilled with the talk-heavy pacing, but we can all agree that the ending was a plot detonation that no one saw coming.
Is This The End of Time As We Know It?
What does this calamitous twist mean for Loki and the rest of the Marvel heroes? The immediate concern is about Victor Timely, the latest variant of Kang the Conqueror, portrayed by Jonathan Majors.
now we have to wait another week after that ending i don’t think i can #loki pic.twitter.com/dx2eHmgJXY
— vili ! loki spoilers (@jamietqrtt) October 27, 2023
But don’t forget about the TVA and its lineup of temporal detectives. It’s pretty much assumed they’ll be back, but how and in what form? We’ve got just two episodes to find out.
Brace Yourselves, More is Coming
With the timeline shattered, will Loki and his posse find a way to stitch it back together? Loki season 2, episode 5 and 6 are bound to be a wild ride. One thing is certain, the stakes have skyrocketed, not just for the characters but for the whole MCU.
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honestly this show has been doing too much talking to have big twists and cliffhangers like this pic.twitter.com/YOVy2nHcBT— shawn | heartstopper era 🍂 (@wicklingstan) October 27, 2023
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ENDING IT LIKE THAT ARE YOU KIDDING ME it’s like they’re trying to absolutely destroy me I’m gonna go insane for the next episode #Loki pic.twitter.com/HQ4j1fNj5a— Jack (-_•) (@captaincupkicks) October 27, 2023
WHAT JUST HAPPENED??!!! #LokiSeason2 #loki #LokiS2 pic.twitter.com/wrUMtCHc8P
— ⭒✩⭒ (@BlizzardOfBlue) October 27, 2023
The series is positioned to be a cornerstone for what’s next in the MCU, setting the tone for Phases 5 and 6. If a Loki season 3 is greenlit, you better believe it’ll come with expectations higher than a sky full of floating cities.
So mark your calendars, set your alarms, and make sure you’re free on Thursday, November 2 at 9PM EST/6PM PST. Because that’s when the next chapter of this convoluted tale will unfold, exclusively on Disney+.
What’s the Fallout?
Whether you loved or hated that ending, it’s now part of MCU lore that will ripple through forthcoming movies and series. All that’s left is to weather the storm until the next episode airs. As we contemplate the ruins of our timeline theories, remember, in the MCU, as in life, time waits for no one.
So, until then, keep those Twitter fingers ready and your theories even readier. It’s going to be a long, torturous week ahead. Buckle up!
