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In summary, the recent depictions of Kingpin in Marvel’s Echo series and other MCU appearances have sparked controversy. Critics feel that Marvel has mishandled the character, diminishing his menace and undermining his potential as a major villain. The stated goal of elevating him to a Thanos-like status seems increasingly unlikely, given his humiliating defeats and inconsistent characterization.

The series' portrayal of Echo, combined with the mishandling of Kingpin, has left many fans questioning whether Marvel can repair the damage done to these characters' legacies. As the MCU continues to evolve, fans and critics alike await to see if Marvel will course-correct or continue down this path of cringeworthy storytelling and alienation from its core audience.