Deadpool, the wise-cracking, fast-healing antihero, is beloved for his humor and unpredictability. But what happens when the Merc with a Mouth turns sinister? This story explores an alternate Marvel Universe where Deadpool Starts killing Superheroes, targeting the very heroes he once fought alongside.
The Beginning of Madness
In a desperate attempt to help Deadpool, the X-Men bring him to a facility managed by Dr. Benjamin Brighton, renowned for his ability to calm troubled minds. Despite Wolverine’s misgivings, Professor X insists they have no other option and leaves Deadpool in Brighton’s care. Unbeknownst to them, Dr. Brighton has been replaced by a supervillain named Psychoan, who plans to reprogram Deadpool into a lethal soldier.
Psychoan’s Torture
Psychoan tortures Deadpool, aiming to eradicate his chaotic mind and create a single, controllable personality. The procedure is a success, and the voices in Deadpool’s head vanish, leaving only one dominant, bloodthirsty voice. Deadpool, now under Psychoan’s influence, escapes his restraints and kills the villain, marking the beginning of his transformation into a merciless killer.
The Rampage Begins
Deadpool’s first targets are the patients at the psychiatric facility. He convinces them that death is a mercy compared to what’s coming. With his new singular focus on killing, Deadpool sets out on a murderous spree across the Marvel Universe.
The Fall of the Fantastic Four
Deadpool’s rampage reaches the Fantastic Four. He destroys their portal, reducing the Thing to dust, and fatally wounds Reed Richards. As Sue Storm confronts Deadpool, she witnesses the brutal death of her brother, Johnny (Human Torch), before being killed herself by Deadpool’s regenerative powers.
Avengers Under Siege
News of Deadpool’s massacre spreads, leading to a confrontation with Spider-Man. Despite Spider-Man’s attempts to reason with him, Deadpool shoots him, reveling in the kill. The Avengers, realizing the threat, convene to discuss their next move. However, Deadpool, having stolen Pym Particles, uses them to plant explosives inside Luke Cage, killing him.
Deadpool vs. Thor
Deadpool confronts Thor, using the Pym Particles to enlarge Mjolnir and crush the thunder god. With each kill, Deadpool’s madness deepens, driven by the voice in his head demanding more bloodshed.
The Hulk’s Downfall
The Hulk, enraged by the death of his friends, tears Deadpool apart. However, Deadpool regenerates and, while the Hulk sleeps, finishes him off. This brutal act leaves the remaining heroes in despair, prompting them to seek help from an unlikely ally.
Taskmaster’s Mission
A group of grieving loved ones hires Taskmaster to eliminate Deadpool. Taskmaster tracks Deadpool, only to discover that Deadpool has kidnapped Professor X. Using Professor X and the evil genius Arcade, Deadpool traps and kills several X-Men in gruesome ways.
The Final Confrontation
Taskmaster finally confronts Deadpool, but is outmatched by Deadpool’s unpredictability. Deadpool manipulates Taskmaster into a fight that draws out Man-Thing, the guardian of the Nexus of all realities. Deadpool exploits Taskmaster’s fear to summon Man-Thing, who agrees to open a portal to other realities.
The Real Puppet Masters
Deadpool steps through the portal, reaching a Marvel conference room where the creators of his story are depicted as the real puppet masters. In a metafictional twist, Deadpool addresses the readers, promising to find them next.
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