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You probably noticed the emphasis placed on Whitmans family crest.
Thats because the role of Black Knight is part of Whitmans family lineage.
And that uncle whom Sersi encourages Dane to patch things up with?
Hes not even surprised by the revelation of her powers.
Thats because Dane Whitman is no stranger to the world of magic and superpowers.
So, what does being the Black Knight entail?
The Ebony Blade was forged from a meteor by the wizard Merlin.
The sword becomes more powerful the more its wielder gives into their own sins and misdeeds.
It thirsts for blood.
They defined the difference between the Greek gods and the Eternals, who share many similarities, including names.
Essentially the Earth is just an eggshell, and its inhabitants are food for the gods.
There is a moment of romantic tension between the two, though its over quickly.
The illusion almost destroyed the world, and Sprite was killed for his betrayal.
Thankfully, in the film, shes given a more empathetic outcome.
In the comics he was a renegade Celestial who resisted Arishems decision to destroy the Earth.
Eventually Tiamut ascended to the rank of Celestial once again.
Perhaps Tiamut will serve the same purpose for the next iteration of the Avengers in the MCU.
The core theme of that series was Eternals never change.
In the film, change also proves too big an idea for Ikaris to handle in the end.
Blade
Are you sure youre ready for that, Mr. Whitman?
So, what does the Daywalker have to do with Whitmans role as The Black Knight?
DidEternalsjust stealthily tease Midnight Sons?
Either way, true believers,Eternalsopens up numerous possibilities for the MCU going forward.
