Avengers Endgame: 6 Things You Need To Know About Ronin
Clint traded his bow for a blade. Why?
The less-is-more nature of the Endgame trailer has had fans reading in between the lines, and drawing their own conclusions. You better believe that the trailer was precision cut to create such a reaction.
One of the most intriguing and unexpected shots was the return of Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, who was MIA for the entirety of Infinity War. It is certain that he has ditched he Hawkeye persona, donned the iconic Ronin garb and replaced his arsenal of arrows for a sword. He also looks extremely sad about, well, something.
As well as somehow bringing to resolve the apocalyptic deeds of Thanos, Endgame will also mark a big transition in the MCU. Ronin is one such indication that big changes are coming, and it's arguably the only such hint the trailer gives away.
Going into Endgame, there are a few facts fans need to know about Ronin. Couple that with the story so far in the MCU and we can also formulate some rather compelling theories on what is yet to come.
6. There Have Been Several Different Ronins
In the Marvel comics, Ronin was originally a persona created for the purpose of anonymity, and was originally used by the deaf, female superhero, Echo. And so began a tradition of established superheroes shedding their renowned mantle and wearing the black costume.
Clint Barton was actually the second person to take on the identity. Since that time, Ronin has changed hands more than once. For a brief stint, it belonged to the Soviet poster-boy, Red Guardian and also New York vigilante, Moon Knight.
Fans might also be intrigued to know that the Ronin ID was even adopted by Eric Brooks, aka Blade.
As a member of the Marvel family, Blade would frequently cross paths with The Avengers, Spidey and so forth. This is a fact that might be lost on movie goers who were heavily invested in the Wesley Snipes, Blade movies of yesteryear. In light of this knowledge, fans can't help but salivate over the idea of the MCU absorbing the blood-drinking vampire hunter into their universe.
Though not an imminent addition, it could be a possibility for a long-term, post-Endgame future.