What If S2E7 Hela Found the Ten Rings Recap

In the latest episode of What If…? Season 2, Episode 7, titled “What If… Hela Found the Ten Rings?” we’re treated to a thrilling ride through an alternate reality that’ll leave you on the edge of your seat. Here’s a rundown of what went down in this captivating installment: The tale kicks off after Odin’s conquest of the Nine Realms, with his fierce firstborn daughter, Hela, by his side. But unlike the events in Thor: Ragnarok, Odin doesn’t lock Hela away for her ambitions and strong opinions. Instead, he sends her packing to Earth, where she crosses paths with the mysterious Wenwu and his formidable Ten Rings.

Fueled by her longing for freedom and the desire to forge her destiny, Hela sets her sights on expanding her dominion beyond the realms. However, Odin dismisses her aspirations as selfish and impractical, stripping her of her powers and leaving her vulnerable.

Her iconic helmet, a symbol of her strength, ends up crashing into the mountains of China, catching the attention of Wenwu and his cohorts. Determined not to let her power slip away, Hela commands Wenwu’s men to retrieve it. Their encounter crackles with tension, rain pouring down as sparks fly. Hela boldly proclaims herself the goddess of death, laying the groundwork for an unexpected alliance.

Hela and Wenwu join forces, becoming champions for the downtrodden across the cosmos. Their shared hunger for power takes a new direction, one that could potentially alter the course of history and prevent the rise of Thanos. While their relationship isn’t explicitly romantic, there’s enough chemistry between them to keep audiences hooked.

The talented Cate Blanchett reprises her role as Hela, bringing her character to life with her commanding voice. Feodor Chin lends his voice to Wenwu, adding depth to this complex character. Throughout the episode, we’re treated to deep explorations of character development, themes of redemption, and the cosmic repercussions of their unlikely partnership.