Robert Downey Jr. and the Russo brothers are bringing Doctor Doom back into the Marvel universe in a big way! If Marvel's claims are accurate, Doom's reign will be a prolonged era akin to "Dark Reign," rather than a short-lived event. This means the Marvel universe will continue throughout most of 2025, but under Doom's iron fist as World Emperor, Sorcerer Supreme, and leader of the Superior Avengers.

Predictably, the Superior Avengers will consist of villains, but not the usual suspects. Familiar names will be adopted by new characters:

• Abomination: Kristoff, Doom's adopted son and Reed Richards' half-brother.
• Dr. Octopus: A new, unnamed woman.
• Ghost: A nameless woman, possibly connected to Ant-Man.
• Killmonger: A reimagined version.
• Malekith: The Black Elves remain on Earth.
• Onslaught: A significant addition to the team.

The Superior Avengers series, a 6-issue run written by Steve Fox and illustrated by Luca Maresca, launches in April.

This concept isn't entirely new. Similar scenarios have played out before, such as Norman Osborn's Dark Avengers in 2009 and Hydra's Avengers during the Secret Empire event.

But how did Doom achieve this level of power – World Emperor and Sorcerer Supreme? This guide will detail the events leading to "One World Under Doom."

Table of Contents:

• Emperor Doom
• President Doom 2099
• Secret Wars
• Blood Hunt

Emperor Doom: While Emperor Doom (1987) is a relevant comic, it's not essential reading for understanding this current storyline. It showcases Doom's global dominance, a concept central to his current power.

President Doom 2099: In Doom 2099, a future version of Doom nearly conquers America, showcasing his ambition and ideological pronouncements. This storyline, written by Warren Ellis and Pat Broderick, is a highlight of the Marvel 2099 universe and a strong example of Doom's historical exploits.

Secret Wars (2015): Doom's role in Secret Wars perfectly illustrates his relentless pursuit of power and immortality, often justified under the guise of benevolent governance. He manipulates events to his advantage, making pivotal decisions that reshape the Marvel universe. This is a prime example of Doom's potential if granted godlike power.

Blood Hunt (2024): The Blood Hunt event is crucial to Doom's current status. Doctor Strange, facing a vampire invasion, reluctantly grants Doom the mantle of Sorcerer Supreme to combat the threat. Doom retains this power, setting the stage for his current dominance.

While we await the Russo/Downey Jr. collaboration's full vision, this overview provides context for Doom's unprecedented power and the events leading to "One World Under Doom."