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4 By Shaun Corley Published Jun 21, 2024 Shaun Corley is a Staff Writer for ScreenRant, a position he has held for five years. While he enjoys many types of comics and graphic novels, he has a particular interest in the licensed Star Trek titles. Add Us On follow Like Thread Log in Summary Baron Mordo, once a Doctor Strange foe, may have the key to stopping the vampire invasion in Doctor Strange #16. Mordo's past as a good guy turned bad adds potential for redemption as he holds the power to save the Earth. Doctor Strange's knowledge of the Montesi Formula makes him a target, requiring Mordo's unlikely heroics. Warning: contains spoilers for Doctor Strange #16! Marvel is redefining one of Doctor Strange’s most powerful MCU villains as a hero. The Marvel Universe is currently under siege by vampires in the epic Blood Hunt crossover. Realizing early on that Doctor Strange represented a huge threat, they took him off the table. Now, in Doctor Strange #16, one of Strange’s oldest foes may hold the key to saving him–and stopping the vampire invasion. Doctor Strange #16 is written by Jed MacKay and drawn by Pasqual Ferry. Early in the vampire invasion, Doctor Strange is bitten, turning his physical form into a vampire. Strange was able to separate his astral self, preventing his soul from being corrupted. Strange’s brother Victor, also a vampire, frees himself from the Crypt of Shadow. Possessing Stephen’s body, he fights Wong. Wong will not kill the body of his friend, and Victor escapes. At issue’s end, Baron Mordo and Babs are seen in the Crypt of Shadows, holding a ritual. Baron Mordo and Babs hold a ritual Babs says “so let’s save the day.” Baron Mordo Began as a Good Guy--But Went Astray Mordo Became One of Doctor Strange's Greatest Foes Baron Mordo is one of Doctor Strange’s oldest foes. Mordo, like Strange, was once a disciple of the Ancient One. Mordo was well into his studies when Strange arrived, sparking jealousy on Mordo’s part. Mordo, who also had less than admirable intentions, sprung a trap on Strange that would keep him neutralized until the villain could carry out his evil plans. Strange and the Ancient One thwarted Mordo, and a rivalry was born. Mordo was instrumental to Doctor Strange’s development as a hero, and he made the leap to the MCU, where he was played by Chiwetel Ejiofor. Baron Mordo might seem to be the last character anyone would trust to save the day, but Blood Hunt has put the heroes' backs up against the wall, forcing them to think outside the box. The vampires were correct in their assessment of Doctor Strange: he was the biggest threat they faced. Strange’s knowledge of the Montesi Formula, which can destroy vampires, necessitated he was dealt with early on. Although Strange has possession of his astral form, it is still useless for actually fighting vampires or performing other physical tasks. Will Baron Mordo Save the Earth? There is Great Potential in an Anti-Hero Baron Mordo Mordo talks to America Chavez in a dim room in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Enter Baron Mordo. Mordo, who was seen imprisoned in the Crypt of Shadows, is just as powerful as Doctor Strange. The Montesi Formula is a powerful spell requiring a skilled sorcerer to use. While there are a number of characters who could perform the spell, Mordo’s talent and skill make him the ideal candidate to cast it. Mordo was initially good before being corrupted, and Blood Hunt has given him the ideal slate on which to redeem himself. The MCU showed that Mordo was once a good guy, and he may well be again. Screen Rant Report Dive into the world of movies and TV shows with Screen Rant, your source for news, reviews, and exclusive content. Subscribe Doctor Strange #16 is on sale now from Marvel Comics! Doctor Strange #16 (2024) Doctor Strange 16 COVER-1 Writer: Jed MacKay Artist: Pasqual Ferry Colorist: Heather Moore Letterer: Cory Petit Cover Artist: Alex Ross