Suicide Squad leaves 11 big questions behind about Task Force X

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for The suicide squad.

It’s unclear exactly when the events of the last film land in the DCEU timeline, but Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) is assembling another team for a whole new mission – sending them to Corto Maltese where they must erase all traces of the s0 – called Project Starfish. There are two groups dispatched to the island nation as a tactical movement; while the first gang was ambushed, the other ensured safe passage. Even before the film’s second act begins, around half of the characters are already dead. There remain Bloodsport (Idris Elba), Peacemaker (John Cena), Polka Dot Man (David Dastmalchian), King Shark (voiced by Sylvester Stallone), Ratcatcher 2 (Daniela Melchior), as well as Rick Flag (Joel Kinnaman) and Harley Quinn ( Margot Robbie) to finish the job.

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The Suicide Squad, at the end of the film, discovers that the real reason for their mission: Project Starfish was actually started by the United States, and if it’s found out, they don’t want to deal with the ramifications, that is. that’s why they want it to be wiped out. After a series of deaths, Bloodsport strikes a deal with Waller, promising not to release classified information if the surviving team members can go there freely. Despite a finished story, The suicide squad leaves several lingering intrigues to be dealt with in the future.

What really happened between Superman and Bloodsport?

During the introduction to Bloodsport, Amanda Waller reveals that he is doomed for placing Superman in the intensive care unit by shooting the superhero with a Kryptonite bullet. She didn’t expand on this story, but she does establish Bloodsport’s powers as a mercenary. This begged questions about what really happened between Bloodsport and Man of Steel. Considering the movie is meant to be set in the DCEU, Waller was more than likely referring to Henry Cavill’s version of the Last Son of Krypton. For what it’s worth, even Elba has expressed interest in exploring this story further.

How did Blackguard sell Task Force X?

The suicide squad opened with a whole other group of criminals sent to Corto Maltese. But it turned out that it was a strategic decision to keep the entry of the real Task Force X into the country low. The first team, led by Rick Flag was however sold by Blackguard. (Pete Davidson) resulting in the deaths of Savant (Michael Rooker), Captain Boomerang (Jai Courtney), TDK (Nathan Fillon), Javelin (Flula Borg) and Mongal (Mayling Ng). The question is how Richard Hertz planned his betrayal, as it would have involved communicating with the government of Corto Maltese. Since being held at Belle Reve Penitentiary, he’s curious whether or not he got help, and if he did, who was in the ploy with him?

Were June Moone and Rick Flag still together?

Rick Flag was personally involved in the first Suicide Squad‘s mission as it involved his girlfriend, June Moone (Cara Delevingne). An archaeologist possessed by an ancient evil force, she became the physical host of the Enchantress – the perceived villain of the film. However, there was no mention of their relationship in The suicide squad; So it’s interesting to know if they are still together or if they ended up going their separate ways between the events of the films.

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What happens to the surviving members of Task Force X?

Having no choice but to follow Bloodsport’s instructions or else the truth about Project Starfish would be revealed, Waller lets go of the remaining members of Task Force X. This means that Harley Quinn, Ratcatcher 2, King Shark, and Bloodsport are free on their return to the United States after their mission in Corto Maltese. Unlike Ayer Suicide Squad, The suicide squad did not reveal what awaits them; the movie didn’t even include a match for what they could be now that they’re back as members of society.

How did the weasel survive, what will happen to it next?

Even before the first Task Force X team reached Corto Maltese, Weasel was already considered drowning after jumping from his secret plane. In the opening credits scene The suicide squad, however, it is revealed that he survived. The film gives no indication of what to expect, only that he walks to the mainland, not knowing the mission is accomplished.

How did Peacemaker survive?

After Peacemaker succeeded in stopping Rick Flag’s intention to divulge America’s secret involvement in Project Starfish, he instead targeted Ratcatcher 2, who also uncovered the case and took the data disc. Bloodsport arrived just in time, shooting Peacemaker in the neck, then left him to die. The post-credits scene of The suicide squad later revealed that Peacemaker survived, though he’s curious how exactly it turned out. In addition to suffering a fatal gunshot wound to his neck, he was also buried in the rubble when Jötunheim collapsed.

Will Peacemaker seek revenge on Bloodsport?

Bloodsport and Peacemaker were already competitive, almost from the moment they met. Nonetheless, they worked well with each other and both were determined to accomplish the collective mission. It became personal between them, however, when Peacemaker attempted to kill Ratcatcher 2, prompting Bloodsport to pursue him. But with Christopher Smith secretly surviving, will he seek revenge on Robert DuBois for what he did?

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What threat is the peacemaker needed to save the world?

Peacemaker was revealed to be still in ARGUS custody in the same sting. Amanda Waller’s subordinates explained to the doctor who was monitoring Christopher Smith’s condition that they were recruiting him again to deal with a brand new threat, although they did not reveal who or what it might be. . This is a clear setup for the next Peacemaker spinoff show on HBO Max that will feature events from the past and present. There is a good chance that this nameless threat will be revealed in the spinoff series.

Where was the Justice League at that time?

While this is not explicitly stated, it is safe to say that The suicide squad takes place in the DCEU. Given that, it’s curious where the Justice League was during the commotion at Corto Maltese. As seen in the movie, it was covered extensively, to the point that even Bloodsport’s daughter Tyla (Storm Reid) saw it on TV. So how come Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Justice League haven’t mingled? Considering the fact that an entire country was nearly destroyed by Starro the Conqueror, one would assume that they would have been forced to intervene.

Will Suicide Squad 3 ever happen?

After the positive reviews of The suicide squad, it seems that follow-up is obvious. Director James Gunn has expressed an interest in making villain-centric films permanently, so he’s set to return for the trio. But Warner Bros. made no announcement as to whether Suicide Squad 3 is actually happening. The studio may still be awaiting its box office results. Given the effect of the pandemic on cinema, it is understandable that this new installment does not have the same audience as its predecessor. Either way, given the good reviews and the nature of DC movies, there’s a better chance that a sequel will happen. The most important question is when will it be released?

Will any of the surviving members of Task Force X join the potential sequel?

Since the survivors of Task Force X are free at the end of The suicide squad, it will be interesting to see if they ever find their way into the possible Suicide Squad 3. For what it’s worth, Harley Quinn returned after being previously released. As she explained, she ended up in jail after being arrested for a minor offense, although she did not specify what really happened. This establishes the idea that these characters can be sent off for another assignment, in case Waller needs their special expertise.

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