Summary
- Loki's journey from villain to hero in the MCU is a result of his extensive character development over the course of twelve years, which saw him become one of the franchise's most beloved heroes.
- In Loki season 2, the character's motivations are completely flipped as he evolves from a power-hungry villain to a selfless hero determined to protect the multiverse, even at the cost of his own life.
- The significant time jump in the finale of Loki season 2 allows for a believable and poignant transformation for the character, as Loki's centuries of development into a hero are condensed into a short period.