Many are curious to know why Doctor Doom wears a mask to hide his real face in Marvel. Introduced in The Fantastic Four #5 in 1962, he is a powerful character with a blend of magical and technological powers. However, he conceals his true appearance behind an iconic mask, leaving many wondering why. Over the years, various comic books have offered different versions of the origin of his mask. As a result, many fans are now curious about the direction the MCU might take for Doom’s origin and what led him to cross paths with Franklin Richards. Here are the details.
Here is why Doctor Doom wears a mask
There are several different reasons why Doctor Doom wears a mask, depending on the iteration of the character. The earliest and original one is that his face was scarred while working on a device with his rival, Reed Richards. In another version, he had only minor scars. However, he was likely insecure, which led him to conceal them by wearing a mask.
There is also a version of his origins where Doom willingly builds a mask to wear. He remains impatient to wear it. As a result, he puts on a freshly heated mask without allowing it to cool down, which severely damages his face. Despite various iterations, one thing remains common: Doom’s lust for control and perfectionism.
Is Franklin Richards healing Doctor Doom’s face in The Fantastic Four: First Steps post-credit scene?
Many theorize that Franklin Richards attempts to heal Doctor Doom’s face in The Fantastic Four: First Steps‘ post-credit scene. However, there are speculations that he wasn’t there just to make Doom’s scars go away. Instead, he may have been there to explore how Franklin could contribute to Doom’s bigger plans for conquering the multiverse.
Franklin Richards is an immensely powerful being who, as a baby, once showcased his impressive power of resurrecting the dead—his mother, Sue Storm. Similarly, when Doom removes his mask, he might have healed his severely damaged face. However, Doom may not be interested in improving his facial appearance. He never removes his mask in the comics. However, he does take it off in front of Franklin, which makes the storyline more intriguing. It might be a gesture of trust. Or it could be an attempt to understand Franklin’s powers and subtly manipulate him into becoming part of Doom’s grand, sinister plans.
