Is the great protector a Makluan?

The “Great Protector” does not appear to be a Makluan alien, but rather a mystical being in the Ta Lo dimension, and what seems like it's being indicated to me is an idea that perhaps, we're not teasing a race of space dragons as an invading force in the future of the MCU, which would seem a bit odd after dealing with ...
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What creature is the great protector?

Dragon Physiology: Great Protector is a dragon. Dragons are an ancient race of mythical reptiles that possess vast amount of powers and abilities. Their dragon scales are full of mystical properties that allow others to fight Soul Eaters and the Dweller-in-Darkness.
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Is the great protector an alien?

The suggestion is magical rather than alien, but The Great Protector could still be a member of the Makluan or Space Dragon race from Marvel comics.
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Is the great protector Fin Fang Foom?

This did not turn out to be the true. Our first confirmation came from merchandising releases that referred to the dragon as the “Great Protector,” and then from Shang-Chi itself, which reveals that outside of the murky waters of its home, the Great Protector definitely doesn't share Fin Fang Foom's color scheme.
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Is the dragon Shang-Chi's mom?

Even the Dragon's eyes were initially based off by Fala Chen's eyes, the actress who played Shang's mom. It's a clever idea as his mother's death plays an integral part in his journey, as it parallels that of Wenwu.
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How did Shang-Chi's dad get the rings?

When his father sacrificed himself to save him, Shang-Chi inherited his mystical rings to defeat the Soul Eaters. Returning home, he began studying the rings when they emitted a signal.
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Who is the strongest eternal?

In terms of raw physical strength, Gilgamesh (Don Lee) is easily the strongest Eternal.
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Is FIM FAM FOOM in Shang-Chi?

For Marvel fans holding out hope that Fin Fang Foom might have made an appearance in Shang-Chi, the longtime supervillain is ultimately absent not in the film. However, the movie still offers two different dragons for the price of one, both wholly pivotal to the overall story.
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Was Fin Fang Foom in Thor Ragnarok?

Some of the other heads are still being debated, though many believe you can see Fin Fang Foom in there. While none of the characters make a physical appearance in the movie, this confirms they are part of official MCU canon.
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Did Fin Fang Foom create the 10 rings?

In the comics, Fin Fang Foom was one of a group of Makluans who arrived on Earth centuries ago, and six of their number survived by using shapeshifting powers to infiltrate human society. They left behind them their ten rings of power, which were ultimately discovered and claimed by the Mandarin.
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Are the 10 rings related to the Eternals?

The Ten Rings, after all, are circular in design, like much of the technology utilized by the Eternals. They also appear to be energy-based in their use, much like the tools and weapons used by the Eternals are fueled by cosmic energy.
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What is the 10 rings beacon?

It's likely something to do with Shang-Chi's character journey in the film, finding a place of balance within his heart. The power of the Ten Rings turned yellow and orange when worn by Shang-Chi, symbolic of power, royalty, and prosperity.
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Is the great protector Shang-Chi's mom?

Where Has the Great Protector Been All This Time? She ended up slumbering in Ta Lo as a water dragon after the imprisonment of their enemy, waiting for the Chosen One to awaken it. In flashbacks, we see how Shang-Chi's mom, Ying Li, educated him on how she helped Ta Lo understand their bond with nature and chi.
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Is the great protector a female?

Great Protector was a female dragon from the dimension of Ta Lo. In ages past, the Dweller-in-Darkness broke through and demolished many of Ta Lo's cities, with no weapon able to stop it. The Great Protector provided people aid against that enemy, as its scales were the only thing able to harm it and the Soul-Eaters.
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Is Shang-Chi stronger than iron fist?

Shang-Chi is undeniably stronger than Iron Fist. Marvel's official power ratings put Shang-Chi at a seven out of seven, while Iron Fist is at a six. However, that isn't the only reason why. The two heroes have fought in the comics to a tie before, but Shang-Chi is the more talented martial artist.
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How did Wenwu get the 10 rings?

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Although he avenged Ying Li's death with the slaughter of the Iron Gang, Wenwu was still left with an emptiness in his heart, so he chose to rededicate himself to the Ten Rings and wear his Rings at all time.
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Is Surtur a dragon?

A new update to the Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! theme park ride has revealed the first look at Surtur's ferocious dragon, who will be appearing later this year in Marvel's Thor: Ragnarok.
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How was Shang-Chi dad immortal?

Wenwu, who is Shang-Chi's father, is the leader of an international crime syndicate called the Ten Rings, and he is also the possessor of the ten rings of power, mysterious artifacts of unknown origin which give him superpowers and make him immortal.
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Who are the 4 faces in Thor Ragnarok?

The faces of previous Champions like Beta Ray Bill, Man-Thing, Ares, Dark-Crawler, and Bi-Beast were sculpted onto the facade of the Grandmaster Palace.
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Are the rings calling Fin Fang Foom?

Wong doesn't think they're of this universe either, with the camera zooming in to shockingly reveal that the rings are sending out a signal, acting as a beacon. This suggests they're calling out to someone, or something, which could well be Fin Fang Foom, which was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in the '60s.
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Who is the strongest celestial?

Top 10 Strongest Celestials of Marvel Universe- Ranked
  • Celestial Destructor. The Celestial Destructor was one of the Aspirants sent by the First Firmament to cause damage to Eternity. ...
  • Arishem The Judge. ...
  • Phoenix Force. ...
  • Zgreb The Aspirant. ...
  • Eson The Searcher. ...
  • Godhead. ...
  • Exitar The Executioner. ...
  • Tiamut.
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Who is the second strongest Eternal?

The 15 Most Powerful Eternals, Ranked
  • 8 Sersi.
  • 7 Makkari.
  • 6 Thena.
  • 5 Ikaris.
  • 4 Thane.
  • 3 Ajak.
  • 2 Thanos.
  • 1 Kronos.
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Why didnt Eternals fight Thanos?

Later in the movie, it's revealed the real reason the Eternals didn't interfere in Infinity War or Endgame is because they were secretly paving the way for the Emergence, allowing the Celestial Tiamut to rise on Earth.
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Why did the 10 rings change color?

The Ten Rings had been in the possession of the MCU's true Mandarin (played by Tony Leung) for thousands of years, glowing blue as he wielded them as a conqueror. However, his son Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) inherited the rings in the film's final battle, leading to the change where they glowed yellow in response.
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Is Galactus a celestial?

Galactus (/ɡəˈlæktəs/) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Formerly a mortal man, Galactus is a cosmic entity who consumes planets to sustain his life force, and serves a functional role in the upkeep of the primary Marvel continuity.
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