Gugu Mbatha-Raw's enigmatic character, Ravonna Renslayer, has finally made her debut in Loki Season 2's third episode, revealing her true motivations in this intriguing season. While Renslayer was introduced in the previous season as the judge who captured Sylvie and a variant of a high school vice principal, Rebecca Tourminet, Season 2 hints at a deeper and more sinister backstory.
In Episode 3 of Season 2, Loki delves further into Judge Renslayer's character, illuminating her connection with He Who Remains and her commitment to his cause. The episode uncovers Renslayer's role in working with Miss Minutes to restore the Sacred Timeline, acting on the directives of a deceased Kang Variant.
Her unwavering dedication to maintaining order and control becomes increasingly evident as she seeks to win the trust of Victor Timely in 1893. However, a twist in the storyline leads to her confrontation with He Who Remains' lifeless body.
While Renslayer was conspicuously absent in the initial episodes of Season 2, the first two episodes contained cryptic hints regarding her mysterious past. In Episode 1, Loki discloses that he heard an old recording featuring Renslayer and He Who Remains, suggesting that they were once «partners.»
This recording implies a deeper connection between them and hints at Renslayer's involvement in a past «war.» The script alludes to their relationship, with He Who Remains expressing his gratitude to Renslayer for her contributions.
Ravonna Renslayer's character in the comic books is equally intricate. In print, she was a princess, not a TVA judge, and was a romantic interest of Kang the Conqueror,
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