10 Scarlet Witch Marvel Comic Moments Fans Can’t Let Go

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Wanda Maximoff, also known as the Scarlet Witch, first appeared in Marvel comics in 1964. Initially, she was intended to be a villain – the daughter of Magneto and part of his team, the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. But her story quickly evolved, and she became a much more complex character. Over the years, several key moments have shaped her journey, and fans often revisit these defining experiences.

Okay, so Scarlet Witch is HUGE right now, especially after everything that’s happened in the MCU. In the comics – Earth-616 specifically – she’s become a seriously powerful being, like, the Nexus Being and the Sorcerer Supreme! Honestly, the way she got to that point? Those moments are instantly iconic and fans still talk about them all the time.

Vision and Wanda, once a joyful family with their newborn twins, relocated to the West Coast and were welcomed by the West Coast Avengers. They hoped this move would mark a fresh start. Sadly, a villain named Vigilance kidnapped Vision and coldly took him apart, treating him like an object instead of a living person.

The Scarlet Witch was forced to watch S.H.I.E.L.D. bring back what was left of her husband, Vision. It wasn’t a graphic sight, but the remains were unrecognizable as the Vision she loved – just cold metal and wires. Even worse, his mind had been erased, so she couldn’t sense his presence at all. This devastating scene has stayed with comic book fans for decades, and it heavily influenced the ending of the WandaVision series.

Shortly after Scarlet Witch established the Emporium, Darcy Lewis arrived through the Last Door. This portal, used to bring those in desperate need to Wanda, led Darcy to her seeking help with a dangerous conflict involving Hippolyta. Wanda managed to defeat the goddess on two separate occasions, even when Hippolyta used a special mineral designed to block magic – but it still wasn’t enough to stop her.

Marvel’s heroes often share the universe with gods, but very few can actually win against them. Considering Thor is one of the strongest Avengers, it’s impressive that Wanda was able to defeat the daughter of the God of War not just once, but twice, and even saved someone from her. It’s easy to see why people keep rewatching that fight – it really showcases Wanda’s incredible power.

A powerful storyline in Marvel revolves around Scarlet Witch’s mental breakdown following the loss of her children. Years later, Marvel reintroduced them as Billy Kaplan and Tommy Shepherd, who became central figures in the Young Avengers. When Doctor Doom captured Wanda in Latveria, Billy and Tommy eagerly joined the battle, hoping to finally meet their mother.

While caught up in the conflict, Billy and Tommy unexpectedly met Wanda, who expressed sadness that she didn’t remember them. This encounter, however, marked the start of a stronger connection between them. Fans of the Scarlet Witch were thrilled to finally see this story arc resolved and enjoyed the introduction of new characters like Wiccan and Speed.

Wanda Maximoff had another significant encounter with a family member during a storyline written by James Robinson. In this series, the Scarlet Witch journeys along the Witches’ Road to look into a problem with magic, and it’s where she finally meets Natalya Maximoff, who is revealed to be her birth mother.

It was so heartbreaking watching Natalya and Wanda finally connect! They were just starting to talk, and it was amazing to see Wanda meet her real mom, but then the Witches’ Road cut their conversation short. It was brief, but so powerful – Natalya recognized Wanda as her daughter right before she disappeared. As a fan, it’s a moment I always think about because it was the first time we saw that connection happen on screen.

Wanda didn’t gain her incredible power by chance. As a baby, she was given magical abilities by Chthon, a powerful demon. However, this also meant Chthon would always be connected to her. Later, during a period of stories written by Steve Orlando, Wanda was able to absorb the Darkhold’s power, allowing her to trap Chthon within herself.

Scarlet Witch has formed a connection with Chthon, giving her the power of an ancient god and significantly increasing her abilities. Many fans were shocked when she gathered the Darkhold Defenders, and even more surprised that she managed to harness Chthon’s power. This is a pivotal moment for her – after enduring years of torment from Chthon, she’s now in control of this powerful, chaotic entity.

For nearly 50 years, the Avengers – a team first formed in the 1960s – consistently operated as a strong unit, even with changing members. That all changed with the events of “Avengers Disassembled,” when the Scarlet Witch sought revenge and ultimately caused the team to fall apart. This time, her actions went much further than anyone expected.

Wanda caused major problems for Tony Stark at the UN, provoked She-Hulk to the point of nearly harming Wasp, manipulated Jack of Hearts into killing Ant-Man, and orchestrated a massive invasion of Earth by the Kree and Skrull armies. It wasn’t until then that Doctor Strange discovered she was the one responsible. Readers who experienced this comic when it was first released still consider it one of the most memorable issues.

The storyline Avengers vs. X-Men centered around conflict over the Phoenix Force. The X-Men believed it was essential for the future of mutants, but the Avengers saw it as a danger to the planet. Things escalated when Cyclops bonded with the Phoenix Force, and his behavior became increasingly aggressive, proving both sides had reason to be concerned.

To defeat him, the two teams worked together. Scarlet Witch and Hope Summers combined their abilities to remove the Phoenix Force from Scott, then spread its energy across the globe. This was one of Wanda’s most impressive feats, and it’s a moment many fans remember vividly. With the X-Men now joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, fans are hoping to see this scene adapted into a movie.

Wanda’s recent appointment as Sorcerer Supreme is already being hailed as a major achievement by fans. She earned the title by successfully retrieving the Eye of Agamotto and the Cloak of Levitation from the Astral Plane – something no one else could do. While it meant giving up the Last Door, most agree it was a worthwhile trade.

The title of Sorcerer Supreme is one of the highest honors in Marvel Comics, and it feels right that Scarlet Witch has finally earned it. What makes this achievement even more impressive is that she did so despite disapproval from the Vishanti – she’s simply powerful enough to operate outside their rules. After years of struggling with her abilities, it’s great to see fans witnessing her embrace such incredible power.

Okay, so after Wanda tried to take down the Avengers, they started seeing her as a serious danger. They actually had a whole meeting to figure out what to do with her! My dude Quicksilver figured out they were thinking about taking away her powers or worse, and he convinced her to just… change everything. That’s how the House of M happened – basically, she created a whole new reality, Earth-58163, after that conversation.

The ‘House of M’ storyline, though brief, remains incredibly memorable for Marvel fans due to how drastically Wanda Maximoff altered reality within a single comic panel. This event, set on Earth-58163, is considered one of Wanda’s greatest accomplishments and cemented her status as a supremely powerful, yet complex, superhero. It nearly concluded the arc that established Scarlet Witch as a force to be reckoned with in the Marvel Universe.

The disastrous creation of Earth-58162 revealed that Quicksilver had suggested the idea to Wanda, which deeply angered Magneto. He attacked Wanda, and in a fit of rage and fear, Scarlet Witch determined that mutants were a threat to the world. With the words, “No More Mutants,” she eliminated mutations for nearly all of Earth’s mutant population. Today known as Decimation Day, fewer than 200 mutants retained their powers.

I’ve been following Scarlet Witch for a while now, and it’s been amazing to see her grow. She’s really worked to make up for the pain she caused, but for me, Decimation Day will always be the Scarlet Witch moment. It felt like everything came together then, wrapping up her first big story and letting her truly become the hero we all adore. It was such a pivotal point in her journey!

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2026-01-31 01:13