Will Peter Parker Still Be Remembered in the Multiverse?

Spider-man: No Way Home ended on a tragic note with the dear characters forgetting Peter Parker’s existence, both his personal identity as Peter and his alter ego Spider-man. His absence from the lives of those closest to him, including Mary Jane and Ned, was particularly bittersweet. This raises an intriguing question: will Peter Parker still be remembered, especially in the vastness of the multiverse?

Step into the Comics

In the comics, such a scenario is not entirely unprecedented. Peter Parker faced a similar dilemma when he revealed his secret identity. The consequences were dire, with various loved ones falling into danger and even Aunt May’s life being at stake. To protect the ones he loved and bring his aunt back to life, Peter turned to the Immortal Hulk for help. He used Mephisto’s magic to have everyone forget his true identity, including his closest friends and family. Gossips and Theories Abound There are rumors sweeping among Marvel fans that Peter's identity wasn't entirely wiped away. One theory points to the fact that in the comics, only Immortal Hulk retained memories of Peter’s true identity, and this character is not present in the MCU. Fans suggest that since Immortal Hulk does not exist in the MCU, Bruce Banner (the Hulk) might still retain Peter’s identity. However, given that neither Immortal Hulk nor Bruce Banner retain Peter’s memory in the comics, this is purely a fan theory with a low probability of being true.

The Multiverse as a Safe Haven

Another theory surmises that perhaps someone from the greater multiverse still remembers Peter Parker. The most popular candidate in these theories is none other than the God of Thunder, Thor. Some fans argue that Doctor Strange’s spell, which rendered everyone else in the multiverse forget Peter’s identity, might not have affected Thor. However, there are logical reasons to debunk this theory: Thor is an inter-dimensional being: Unlike Mephisto, Doctor Strange, and others who dwell in other dimensions, Thor remains bound to his homeland, Asgard, which shares the same dimension as our Earth. Therefore, his memory of Peter Parker would not be exempt from the spell. The Potency of Doctor Strange’s Spell: Doctor Strange’s spell was powerful enough to affect the entire multiverse, including dimensions and realities. If the spell were not universal, it would make no sense in the context of the MCU’s established continuity.

A Clarification From Iron Man

Even Tony Stark, known as Iron Man, seemed to have reconciled with the fact that the characters had forgotten Peter Parker’s identity. During the climactic scenes of the film, he reflects on his life story, his memories, and emotions, acknowledging the change in the course of events. The mention of his “mechanical suit AI” could be interpreted as a metaphor for Viceroy, the AI he developed, having to adapt to a memory-less reality post-memory wiping.

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In conclusion, while theories and fan speculations are entertaining, the current evidence in both the MCU and the comics points to the fact that Peter Parker's true identity has been erased in the multiverse. Whether or not he will still be remembered remains a mystery that we can only hope to unravel in future Marvel films and stories.