Blade has finally stepped into the MCU — just not in the way fans expected. While the long-awaited live-action Blade movie is still in development, Marvel Studios introduced the vampire hunter in 2025 through Marvel Zombies, marking his first canonical appearance in the MCU Multiverse. This animated debut not only reimagined the iconic hero but also confirmed several major powers for this unique variant.
How Is Blade Reimagined in Marvel Zombies?
Marvel Zombies, a spin-off of What If…?, explores alternate versions of beloved Marvel characters. Instead of debuting as the traditional Daywalker, Blade appears as Blade Knight, voiced by Todd Williams — a fusion of:
- Classic Marvel Comics Blade
- Moon Knight’s mystical warrior archetype
This hybrid approach gives Blade abilities he has never displayed on screen before. While this version isn’t the Earth-616 Blade that Mahershala Ali will portray, it marks his first official inclusion in a Marvel Studios project.
What Superhuman Abilities Does Blade Knight Display?
Superhuman Reflexes
Blade Knight consistently demonstrates extraordinary reflexes, often predicting danger before it strikes. In one sequence, he warns Yelena Belova to duck moments before launching a perfectly timed flying kick at a zombie behind him — without even turning around. His reflexes remain a recurring advantage in every battle.
Superhuman Strength
Like his comic counterpart, Blade Knight possesses notable physical strength. His punches and kicks send undead enemies flying, and he wields his sword with enough force to block heavy blows mid-motion. These feats confirm the enhanced physiology expected from a hybrid of Blade and Moon Knight.
What Weapons and Skills Make Blade Knight Unique?
Sword Mastery
Blade’s iconic sword returns in Marvel Zombies. One standout scene features Blade outmaneuvering a zombified Ghost, slicing at her every time she materializes. The sequence highlights his precision, speed, and legendary skill with the blade.
Crescent Blades
The Moon Knight influence is shown through Blade’s use of crescent blades — small, boomerang-like weapons stored in his armor’s chest piece. They function as precise, throwable projectiles, expanding his ranged combat abilities.
Does Blade Knight Have Mystical Abilities?
Costume Manipulation
Blade Knight can summon or dismiss parts of his armor, including his mask and cape, through supernatural means. This partial costume manifestation echoes Moon Knight’s mystical armor summoning from the Disney+ series.
Khonshu Summoning
The most powerful confirmed ability is the capacity to summon the Egyptian Moon God, Khonshu. In Marvel Zombies, Khonshu emerges directly from Blade Knight’s body in the form of a massive, flaming skeletal bird, terrifying enemies and showcasing divine support.
This connection cements Blade Knight as a true avatar of Khonshu — blending vampire hunting, divine magic, and supernatural combat.