Agents Of SHIELD is a show that's been getting a lot of hate for many reasons. People have been complaining that there's barely any characters from the comics in the series (among other things) and some have even begged the question as to why they should even pay attention to the series when there's an arguably superior comic-based show on the CW called Arrow (which most people on this site should be very familiar with). However, coming back from it's mid season break, the show seems to be improving and most of the issues people had with the series are being addressed. For those who gave up on the show episodes ago, here are five reason's why you should toon in when it returns from a short break on February 4.
1.MARVEL UNIVERSE CHARACTERS
One of the biggest (and quite understandable. Heck, all of these complaints are understandable) complaints was the lack of comic book characters in the show. Yeah, we may have gotten Nick Fury, Maria Hill, Franklin Hall, Extremis and references to The Avengers and Chitauri in the first three episodes but after that, almost all of the characters for the first half were just made up for the show. And having all of the threats that ARE from the comics either being Chitauri or Extremis related can get very old very fast. After episodes 1-3, pretty much no new character besides Scorch,Victoria Hand and Jasper Sitwell were from the comics. And even Scorch got his powers from Extremis. Well, it seems the first half of the show was just set up because following the Mid-season finale, the show is definitely making it up to the fans. Here are the characters that are set to appear in the currently airing second half of season one:
Deathlok:
When we first saw Mike Peterson use his super strength in the Agents Of SHIELD TV spots, many speculated he was Luke Cage. As it turns out he was one of the many characters made up for the series. Following his return in the mid season finale, he was seemingly killed off. When the series returned, it was revealed he had survived. Finally, not too long ago fans were pleasantly surprised when they found out via announcement that Peterson would actually become the Marvel Cinematic Universe version of the Anti-heroe[s] (there have been more than one characters to take up the mantel in the comics) known as Deathlok.
Lady Sif:
Another surprising and exciting announcement was that Lady Sif will guest star in an upcoming episode of Agents Of Shield.
Stan Lee:
That's right, folks. Stan The Man will be in the next episode. Even if he no longer writes comics, he continues to be a part of his creations.
Victoria Hand:
Returning from a previous episode, Hand played a pretty big role in the retrieval of Phil Coulson.
Blizzard:
In the last episode, we saw the origin of the Iron Man villain known as Blizzard.
Graviton?
It has already been stated that there is a very likely chance Franklin Hall will return as Graviton.
2. CONNECTION TO THE MCU
Other than Extremis and the Chitauri aftermath, there really hasn't been much connection to the MCU, which goes unforgiven to many viewers. Even the so-called Thor: The Dark World aftermath episode had nothing to do with the film.However, the show makers have already said there will be more of that in the second half of the season and so far, they seem to be making good on that promise. Already we've gotten Coulson's death explanation, the first mentionings of AIM and HYDRA, and a Winter Soldier reference. Also, considering the major role SHIELD plays in the upcoming film Captain America: The Winter Soldier, a tie-in episode is highly likely.
3. OVER-ARCING STORYLINE
Another complaint was that there wasn't an overall storyline. Each episode early on seemed to have it's own contained story. Well, since then the episodes have been connected with the unveiling of the fact that the shows villains seem to work for a common behind the scenes villain known only as The Clairvoyant, whose identity will be revealed soon. Many are speculating that it may be either The Leader or MODOK (or MODOG or MODOT or whatever the MCU plans on calling him considering the many different names he's been called).
4. MYSTERIES UNVEILED
Another major reason people quit watching the series was because it was taking so long to reveal the mysteries behind Phil Coulson's resurrection and Skye's origin. I won't spoil anything, but both have been revealed and will have major repercussions on the show.
5. SUPERPOWERED BEINGS
Another major complaint was the lack of superpowered beings on the show. Believe me when I tell you: there are a LOT more now and more are coming.
The next episode will air February 4.