Leaked concept art for Avengers 4 introduces a brand new weapon, possibly belonging to Captain Marvel. Marvel Studios is wrapping up the first eleven years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe next year, and almost every piece has been introduced for the conclusion. Avengers: Infinity War gave Thanos (Josh Brolin) a proper introduction, and they've spent 20 movies setting up the main heroes. Even though the next installment will tell a brand new story, the Russo brothers presumably created it with most of the important characters, locations, and such already introduced, as some characters prepare to leave. However, there will be some new elements included.

Early concept art for Avengers 4 teased some new looks for the heroes, such as Captain America's chainmail suit, Hulk's new look, and more. Furthermore, a recent leak revealed the best look yet at Thanos' new sword, which he'll use along with his battle armor and the Infinity Gauntlet. The heroes may be a bit outmatched, unless this new weapon is for their use.

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Marvel News Asia revealed a leaked piece of possible concept art for Avengers 4 that shows off a brand new weapon that is joining the mix. The weapon in question is a double-bladed axe. This is the first time such a weapon has been shown or linked to Avengers 4, and the leak doesn't provide any additional context or insight as to whose axe this is.

Without any further information about the axe, the only thing to do is to look back at Marvel comics to see what it could be. The first and most popular suggestion is that this axe will belong to Captain Marvel (Brie Larson) in Avengers 4. This is based on the recent Fear Itself comic story where she and other Marvel heroes gained Asgardian crafted weapons, and Carol's axe isn't too different than the one designed here. The origins of the axe would likely change in Avengers 4, but it would give Captain Marvel an added source of power and destruction if this is indeed hers.

Although the Captain Marvel connection is one fans have already latched onto, there are some other notable axes in Marvel comics. Doctor Strange has wielded the Axe of Angarruumus in recent years, so this could be his once he is brought back to life. Another character known for his expertise with axes is Ares. There's been no indication he is in the movie, but with rumors of a Dark Avengers script being completed, maybe he's being set up through the use of his axe. There's also the possibility that the axe has no connection to Marvel comics, making it even more difficult to pinpoint who this belongs to. If Thanos is already utilizing a sword, he could also grab this axe to battle the Avengers. It'll only be a matter of time before Marvel starts marketing Avengers 4, so hopefully the first trailer can offer a clue as to whose axe this is.

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Source: Marvel News Asia

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