Warning: This article contains spoilers for Agatha All Along episode 2, “Circle Sewn with Fate/Unlock Thy Hidden Gate”
Marvel Studios may have already revealed what happened to Nicholas Scratch inAgatha All Along, as Agatha Harkness' mysterious son may have been the tragic victim of a terrible sacrifice. Although herMCUdebut inWandaVisionwas celebrated, Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha Harkness has already seen much more development as the Head Witch in Charge ofAgatha All Along’sincredible cast. While little has yet been revealed about Agatha’s backstory, there have been hints that the original Salem witch may have experienced the tragic loss of her child.
The appearance ofWandaVision’sSeñor Scratchy, Agatha Harkness' pet rabbit, began to tease the live-action debut ofHarkness' son from Marvel Comics, Nicholas Scratch. While he didn’t receive a mention inWandaVision,Agatha All Alonghas confirmed that Nicholas Scratch did indeed exist, but he has been noticeably absent from Marvel Television’s most recent series. While Nicholas Scratch’s absence remains a mystery, a new theory could explain exactly what happened to him.
Nicholas Scratch’s Absence In Agatha All Along Is A Mystery
Nicholas Scratch Has Been Teased In Agatha All Along
Nicholas Scratch was first introduced to Marvel Comics as a villain to the Fantastic Four in 1977’sFantastic Four #185. He initially resided in New Salem, Colorado, a community of magic users, and he managed to turn the entire town against former resident Agatha Harkness, his own mother.Nicholas Scratch, an amalgam of euphemistic names for the Devil, Old Nick and Old Scratch, also fathered seven children, who became the Salem Seven. While theSalem Seven have made their debutinAgatha All Along, Nicholas Scratch is yet to appear.
10 Biggest Agatha All Along Theories That Would Change The MCU After Its First Two Episodes
Agatha All Along has already introduced multiple hooks for fascinating theories in the first two episodes, with the potential to change the MCU.
Despite not making a physical appearance, Nicholas Scratch has been referenced several times inAgatha All Along. Audiences have glimpsed his childhood bedroom, a child’s drawings could be seen strewn around, an image of him could be seen in Agnes O’Connor’s office, and it’s presumably a lock ofScratch’s hair in Agatha Harkness' pendant.Agatha All Alonghasn’t yet confirmed why Nicholas Scratch is missing, but the series has alluded to his tragic ending, making Agatha Harkness herself seem even more villainous.
Agatha Harkness May Have Sacrificed Her Son To Acquire The Darkhold
Agatha Harkness Was The Owner Of The Darkhold Prior To WandaVision
Ever since promotional material forAgatha All Alongrevealed the image of the Darkhold seemingly wrapped up in a crib, theories have been rife suggesting that Agatha Harkness may have sacrificed her young son to acquire the Book of the Damned. Agatha Harkness was the owner of theDarkhold prior toWandaVision, and her desire to get the Darkhold back has been an important plot point inAgatha All Along.Wanda Maximoff’s Scarlet Witch stole the Darkhold, but Agatha may feel it somehow represents her son, Nicholas Scratch.
This theory is supported by Jennifer Kale’s comments upon being met by Agatha Harkness andJoe Locke’s “Teen”.Sasheer Zamata’s Kale questions whether “Teen” is"another child sacrifice,“hinting at the idea that Agatha Harkness has sacrificed a child before, and that this is indeed common knowledge among the witch community. Sacrificing her child in exchange for the Darkhold would certainly put Agatha Harkness on the map, and while this theory is incredibly dark, it could lead to Agatha becoming a bona-fide hero inAgatha All Along.
MCU Theory Turns Agatha Harkness Into A Hero At The End Of The Witches’ Road
Currently, it seems as though Agatha Harkness is journeying down the Witches' Road to get back the power that was stolen by the Scarlet Witch inWandaVision’sfinale. This seems like an appropriate self-absorbed and dangerous endeavor for the witch, but it’s possible that her experience on the Witches' Road inAgatha All Along’supcoming episodescould change her mind. In fact,Agatha Harkness could instead wish for her son to be resurrectedin the finale ofAgatha All Along, allowing the Witches' Road to offer her redemption, suggesting she’s not as villainous as she may seem.
Agatha All Along
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Agatha Harkness, after the events of “WandaVision,” seeks to regain her magical powers. Joining forces with unexpected allies, including the son of an old adversary, she battles new mystical threats while uncovering hidden secrets in the magical realm.
