MCU Characters with the Strength to Crush or Destroy the Tesseract

Among the myriad of powerful characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), several possess the physical strength and prowess to match Thanos s formidable one-handed crush of the Tesseract. The Tesseract, a device containing the Space Stone, is no ordinary object—it requires not just force but a unique receptacle to harness its immense power. Lets explore the notable characters who could potentially replicate Thanoss feat.

Hulk

Perhaps the most obvious choice is the Hulk. Known for his immense strength, the Hulk could easily crush the Tesseract with one hand. His power increases with his rage, making him one of the strongest characters in the MCU. Crashing the Tesseract would be relatively simple for the Green Goliath.

Thor

As the God of Thunder, Thor is another strong contender. With immense physical strength, Thor could destroy the Tesseract. For example, his weapon Mjolnir, as well as his later weapon Stormbreaker, amplifies his power. Even without these tools, Thor’s raw strength is formidable on its own.

Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers

Carol Danvers, also known as Captain Marvel, has been depicted with enhanced strength and energy manipulation abilities. It is highly likely that she could crush the Tesseract effortlessly, given her superhuman capabilities.

Surtur

In the realms of Norse mythology, Surtur is a fire demon with immense strength and durability. Although he is not from the MCU, his potential as a character can be considered for future crossovers. Surtur would have no trouble crushing the Tesseract due to his resilient nature.

The Thing (Eternal)

Though not part of the MCU as of my last update, considering possible future crossovers, The Thing from Fantastic Four possesses superhuman strength and durability, making him capable of crushing the Tesseract.

Kurse

An Asgardian villain, Kurse has immense strength and durability. Like Surtur and The Thing, he would be able to crush the Tesseract, showcasing the raw physical power seen in the MCU.

Implications and Discussion

While other characters like Odin, Hela, and even Thor with proper effort could replicate the one-handed crush, it is essential to note that without a proper receptacle for the Space Stone, as was the case with the Tesseract and Thanos’ Gauntlet, the feat would be futile. The Hulk clearly has the physical strength to accomplish this, but the sheer magnitude and complexity of the Tesseract’s power cannot be underestimated.

Other Strong Characters

Besides the ones we have discussed, other characters like Iron Man, Captain America, War Machine, Giant Ant Man, Bucky Barnes, Cull Obsidian, and the Hulkbuster all possess varying degrees of strength and resilience. However, they would fall outside the top tier of characters capable of performing a one-handed crush similar to Thanos.

Given the immense power contained within the Tesseract and the specialized adaptability required to harness it, these characters represent the cream of the crop in terms of physical force and potential.