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“The Black Vortex” Would Make A Great In-Game Story Event For Marvel Future Fight

Marvel Future Fight's upgrade and customization system could perfectly align with the themes of power, responsibility, and temptation explored in the 2015 Marvel Comics crossover storyline.

By Jenna DeedyPublished about a year ago 8 min read

In 2015, Marvel Comics released "The Black Vortex," a crossover event that encompasses multiple titles, including "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "X-Men." The narrative revolves around an ancient artifact, the Black Vortex, capable of bestowing immense cosmic power upon individuals, transforming them into more potent, godlike versions of themselves.

Peter Quill, also known as Star-Lord, and Kitty Pryde uncover the Black Vortex in the possession of J'son, Peter's estranged father and a former king of the Spartax Empire. J'son, who goes by the alias Mister Knife, seeks to use the artifact, along with his forces and the villainous Thane, to dominate the universe. Determined to prevent its misuse, Peter and Kitty steal the Black Vortex.

The Guardians of the Galaxy, the X-Men, and other cosmic characters, such as Captain Marvel and the Inhumans, become embroiled in the conflict as they debate the ethical implications of using the Black Vortex to combat threats posed by Mister Knife, the Brood, and a rogue faction of the Kree led by Hala the Accuser.

In the thrilling narrative, pivotal moments unfold as Gamora, Beast, Angel, and Thane succumb to the allure of the Black Vortex, bestowing upon their extraordinary cosmic power. However, Thane's betrayal casts a shadow over the heroes, leading to an epic boss fight between Mister Knife, Thane, and the cosmically-infused heroes. Amidst the chaos, Kitty Pryde undergoes a heroic transformation, ultimately saving the planet Spartax from annihilation. Her valiant actions captivate Peter Quill's heart, resulting in their eventual engagement.

Because of her newfound abilities and experiences, Kitty temporarily adopts the mantle of Star-Lord while Peter immerses himself in Spartaxian politics upon becoming the planet's monarch. This significant event serves as a transformative turning point in Kitty's journey, propelling her into the realm of cosmic-level heroes.

While immersing themselves in the intriguing Marvel Future Fight storyline, players may ponder how it seamlessly integrates with the game. The answer lies in the core concept of the Black Vortex storyline, which revolves around characters gaining immense cosmic power. This theme aligns perfectly with the game's upgrade and customization system.

Imagine taking part in missions where characters willingly submit to the enigmatic Black Vortex, receiving a significant boost in their abilities. These cosmically enhanced characters would unlock new powers, enhanced stats, and distinctive visual transformations within the game. This innovative mechanic would provide players with a tangible sense of progression and excitement as their beloved characters become cosmically empowered, further enhancing their gameplay experience.

Let’s call this hypothetical event The Black Vortex Awakens. This event would be split into five different chapters with multiple missions, escalating difficulty, and unique character interactions. Each chapter would reflect on major plot points from the original storyline and bring them all to life in the game with tailored battles, bosses, and rewards.

Chapter 1: The Discovery of the Black Vortex

Story: During a raid on an enemy base led by Mister Knife (Peter's comic book father, J'son), Peter Quill (Star-Lord) and Kitty Pryde discover an ancient artifact called the Black Vortex. They quickly realize that the Black Vortex has the potential to transform anyone into cosmic gods, granting them unimaginable power. Recognizing the danger of it falling into the wrong hands, Peter and Kitty work together to seal it away.

Missions:

Mission 1-Break into the Base: In this mission, players take control of Star Lord, Kitty Pryde, and Gamora as they carry out infiltration of Mister Knife's base. They aim to eliminate waves of enemies before they reach the Vortex.

Mission 2-Escape with the Black Vortex: In a daring mission, the Guardians, while being pursued by Mister Knife's relentless forces, must escape the enemy base with the Black Vortex in their possession. This mission presents a time-sensitive challenge, as players must swiftly defeat enemies to successfully execute their escape and secure the Black Vortex.

Thane, the son of the notorious Thanos suddenly ambushed Mission 3-Confrontation with Thane: The Guardians believed they were finally in the clear. Thane, driven by his desire for the Black Vortex, relentlessly attacked with energy-based assaults. Players must skillfully dodge these attacks while simultaneously defending the Vortex.

Boss Battle: Thane (Pre Vortex)-Thane debuts as a formidable antagonist in a pivotal mid-tier boss fight, leaving a lasting impact on the Guardians. The mission culminates in a thrilling escape, as the Guardians narrowly evade Thane's clutches, setting the stage for future confrontations.

Rewards: Coins, early-tier crystals, event tokens, and XP boosts.

Chapter 2: The Temptation of Power

Story: Following their initial escape, the Guardians of the Galaxy faced a crucial decision: whether to harness the cosmic power of the Black Vortex to combat the menacing forces of Mister Knife and Thane. Amidst this dilemma, a contingent of X-Men members, including Beast, Cyclops, and Magik, arrived to lend their assistance. However, tensions escalated when Gamora, Beast, and Angel succumbed to the allure of the Black Vortex, transforming into cosmic-powered entities. This division within the group further complicated their mission.

Missions:

Mission 1-Reinforcement Arrive: In a daring alliance, the Guardians and the X-Men join forces to safeguard the Vortex from another onslaught launched by Mister Knife’s formidable forces. Players engage in thrilling battles, controlling a diverse team comprised of both Guardians and X-Men characters, showcasing their unique abilities and strategies to protect the Vortex and thwart Mister Knife's nefarious plans.

Mission 2-Cosmic Transformation: In a mission designed to assess their newly gained cosmic powers, players control Beast, Angel, and Gamora, who have succumbed to the allure of the Black Vortex. Their enhanced abilities enable them to vanquish enemies, showcasing their newfound might.

Mission 3-Internal Conflict: Within the team, tensions escalate as certain members struggle to resist the allure of the Black Vortex. In a mini-PVP-style confrontation, players engage in battles against fellow heroes to prevent additional individuals from succumbing to the vortex's influence.

Boss Battle: Cosmic Beast and Cosmic Gamora-In their cosmic forms, Beast and Gamora pose a formidable challenge as players strive to overcome their newfound power and conquer them.

Rewards: Coins, mid-tier event tokens, upgraded materials, cosmic-powered themed gear items, and crystals.

Chapter 3: The Wrath of Hala

Story: Amidst the discord among the heroes, a formidable new adversary emerges. Hala the Accuser, a potent Kree warrior, holds the Guardians responsible for heinous crimes against the Kree Empire. Accompanied by a formidable Kree fleet, she arrives to reclaim the Black Vortex, forcing the heroes to set aside their disagreements and unite against this common foe.

Missions:

Mission 1- The Kree Invasion: In a cosmic battle, players take on the role of brave defenders tasked with safeguarding their base from relentless waves of Kree warriors led by the formidable Hala. The aim is clear: prevent the Kree forces from reaching the enigmatic Black Vortex, a powerful artifact coveted by both heroes and villains alike.

Mission 2-Fight in Space: In a cosmic clash of epic proportions, the Guardians of the Galaxy and the X-Men join forces to launch a massive assault on Hala's formidable fleet. Players take control of iconic heroes such as Star-Lord and Cyclops, engaging in thrilling space battles against relentless enemies. Using ranged attacks and harnessing cosmic power-ups, they must navigate through treacherous environments, battling opponents and overcoming obstacles to secure victory.

Mission 3-Duel with Hala: In a climactic one-on-one confrontation, the heroes face off against Hala. Players must overcome Hala's formidable abilities, including powerful energy blasts and the summoning of Kree minions, to emerge victorious from this intense battle.

Boss Battle: Hala the Accuser-In this epic boss fight, Hala's Universal Weapon unleashes a barrage of devastating attacks across multiple phases, demanding strategic gameplay and skillful dodging to avoid significant damage.

Rewards: Coins, unique Black Vortex upgrade materials, gear, and inform XP boosts.

Chapter 4: Thane’s Betrayal

Story: As the heroes slowly recover, they face an additional threat. Their former ally, Thane, returns, now imbued with the incredible powers of the Black Vortex. Treacherously betraying the Guardians, he unveils his sinister plan: to conquer the entire universe using the Vortex's immense energy. The heroes must unite and act quickly to prevent Thane from unlocking the Vortex's full capabilities and plunging the universe into darkness.

Missions:

Mission 1-Cosmic Chase: In a thrilling chase across the vast expanse of the galaxy, the valiant heroes embark on a mission to stop Thane from obtaining a formidable artifact capable of enhancing his cosmic powers. As players navigate through space-based environments, they must engage in intense battles against relentless waves of enemies, valiantly fighting to prevent Thane from reaching the artifact and unleashing unimaginable destruction upon the cosmos.

Mission 2-Showdown On the Dark Planet: In a distant realm, players embark on a mission to a remote planet where Thane, a formidable adversary, seeks to unleash the full potential of the enigmatic Vortex. This mission comprises an escalating sequence of battles against Thane's cosmically augmented forces, each more challenging than the last.

Mission 3-Battle with Cosmic Thane: In the ultimate showdown, Thane, transformed into a cosmic entity and wielding the Black Vortex's immeasurable power, poses a daunting challenge. His devastating cosmic attacks and massive area-of-effect abilities cause coordinated teamwork to overcome him.

Boss Battle: Thane (Cosmic Form)-In the event's climax, players face Thane, a formidable boss who harnesses cosmic powers to launch energy waves and gravitational attacks. To conquer this multistage boss battle, players must master dodging, countering, and using high-affected skills to emerge victorious.

Rewards: High-tier rewards including crystals, coins, Tier-4 materials, cosmic artifacts, and Black Vortex uniforms for certain characters.

Chapter 5: The Final Decision

Story: In the wake of their victory over Thane, the heroes confront the grave peril posed by the Black Vortex's formidable power. A weighty decision awaits them: should they annihilate the Vortex, rendering it harmless, or should one among them harness its might to ensure it never falls into malevolent hands? Kitty Pryde, displaying indomitable courage, steps forward, offering herself as the vessel for the Vortex's cosmic energies. With newfound abilities at her disposal, she emerges as the savior of the day, but not without incurring a significant personal toll.

Missions:

Mission 1-Defend the Black Vortex: Amid rising tensions regarding the artifact's fate, players engage in intense battles against waves of cosmic threats, valiantly defending and safeguarding the artifact.

Mission 2-Kitty’s Cosmic Awakening: In a cosmic transformation, Kitty Pryde succumbs to the allure of the Black Vortex, unveiling her newfound cosmic form. As players assume control of Cosmic Kitty Pryde, they embark on a thrilling mission to put her enhanced abilities to the test against formidable foes.

Mission 3- The Cosmic Threat: In the climactic battle, players assume control of the cosmically empowered Kitty Pryde and the Guardians as they confront a powerful cosmic entity. This ultimate adversary, whether it be a newly enhanced Kree Accuser or a revived Thane, seeks to pilfer the immense power of the mysterious Vortex for their nefarious purposes.

Boss Battle: Final Cosmic Boss (e.g., Cosmic Entity or Thane Resurrected)”: A cosmic boss of immense power, featuring complex mechanics and perilous stage hazards.

Rewards: The best rewards of the event include crystals, coins, premium mega uniform upgrade tickets, tire 3 mega advancement tickets, 6-star mega upgrade tickets, all tier 4 advancement materials, limited edition artifacts, and a Kitty Pryde (Star-Lord) uniform.

Note: All rewards should be universally available to players, with no distinction between premium and non-premium offerings that require additional payment.

Post-Event Rewards and Special Content:

Once players have concluded the main storyline, they can embark on a series of repeatable missions. These missions include:

  • Epic Boss Battles: Engage in intense confrontations against Thane or Hala.
  • Black Vortex Challenge Mode: Test your skills against waves of cosmically empowered foes for exclusive rewards.
  • Black Vortex Shop: Purchase unique uniforms, materials, and artifacts related to the event.

The "Black Vortex Awakens" event promises to be a thrilling addition to Marvel Future Fight. With its captivating storyline, formidable bosses, and generous rewards, it's set to deliver a memorable and challenging experience for players. The cosmic theme and character-driven narrative make it a standout event.

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Jenna Deedy

Just a New England Mando passionate about wildlife, nerd stuff & cosplay! 🐾✨🎭 Get 20% off @davidsonsteas (https://www.davidsonstea.com/) with code JENNA20-Based in Nashua, NH.

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