One Above All - The God of the Marvel Multiverse

In this video I talk about the most powerful character who's fascinated me ever since the dawn of time. He's not the real god though, that guy's directing Doctor Strange 2.

[alexlennen]

This one's shorter than usual - I probably could have stretched it longer but I said all I wanted to say. If people start arguing about religion in the comments, they'll feed the algorithm and I'll get exactly what I want

[AVGNROCKS]

What’s cool is that DC’s own version of the One Above All (either the Presence/Writer) is actually referred to as “The One Above All” in a few issues of the Spectre comics, implying that it’s all the same character even across two different companies.

[rhino]

The idea that the One Above All is the most powerful Marvel character is a common misconception, since the true most powerful Marvel character is Big Wheel.

[theotherjared]

I like the idea that TOAA looks different to different people. It takes the form of what the character wants it to look like in order to not break their minds. It also gives a look into the characters' psyche, as you literally get a physical manifestation of what they think a perfect, all-powerful being should look like.

[sasukesbussy]

I’m always conflicted on God characters. I think it can be really interesting but also can come across as really boring and feel like takes away from the mystery of a universe if that makes sense

[Neillan]

*Just wanted to say, you are truly one of the best comic book YouTubers of this decade and my personal favorite!* Literally all of your videos have been amazing, and I can't wait to see what comes next. Godspeed, Alex!

[adriflux]

I haven’t completely read the Immortal Hulk comics, but seeing TOAA’s line at 6:29 is really intriguing as a Christian. That’s because it mirrors the book of Job near its end, where God answers to Job’s question of “why?” by asking him that same question of “Where were you when I laid these foundations?” The way I see it, God creates good situations and permits bad ones, and they all have a purpose in our lives, even if we never understand said purpose.

Even if you’re not a believer in any way, I think reading a synopsis of Job will make you appreciate the story of Immortal Hulk and its portrayal of TOAA just a little bit more.

[gummyberryjoos]

The Immortal Hulk finale really shook me up. It's the best Marvel run in recent memory, IMO. This is a great overview. I haven't come across your channel before, but this is great content! 👍

[simcity]

We all know that the true “one above all”created bully maguaire’s philosophy:

“No matter were I go, no matter what happens, I’ll miss the part were that’s my problem”.

[PotatoPatatoVonSpudsworth]

I've always enjoyed the concept of an in-universe author-god. That is, characters being able to speak with their creator without breaking the fourth wall.
I enjoy the idea because what they'd quickly realize is that their god's decisions aren't fuelled by morality, but by a desire to craft a compelling narrative.

In a comic by Neil Gaiman, Reed Richards realizes this. When the Thing asks if figuring this out will help him turn Ben back into a man, Reed says that it's absolutely within their power to do so, but that no solution can ever be permanent. This is because Ben will always be more compelling as a monster then he is as a man.

[thesixfootsixexperience]

Late to this, but I just wanted to say I really like your closing notes on this video. As long as it isn’t used to tear other people down, faith can be a beautiful thing. Great video

[MrCaptnrex]

I like the idea of the one above and below being the same cause there has to be balance, and gives a easy explanation why good and bad happen.

[ThatBugBehindYou]

I'll always prefer the eeriness of The One Above All being an artist who still appears to have to answer to other people. It's such a perfect solution to leaving questions with answers.

[lastprimaris]

I always imagine the one above all whispering when talking one on one, no matter the form or voice their voice is always a comforting whisper

[maxpearlman]

This is such an interesting and well made video. I’m actually shocked that the ideas the you presented here are actually really similar to the beliefs that I have myself, just more thought out and developed. I don’t know why this vid makes me feel good, just well done I guess thank you.

[SoulStarSketchin]

One Above All: Our greatest ally and enemy who is one and the same. The complexity of Immortal Hulk is what really sold it home for me though when I first read that. It strangely makes sense in a very messed up way.

[simcity]

3:00 -the one above all is not emo
4:18 -the one above all is emo
5:26 -the one above all is not emo

[idiwit]

the one above all just being straight up the artists is honestly amazing i love that

[sdastoryteller]

Love this video, I always enjoy seeing how God, or Godlike Characters are portrayed in media. Whether it's with reverence, or humor or sacrilege. As a Believer I find it like a particularly fun to imagine a Creator in various ways even if I don't agree with every interpretation .

[dans]

I interpret the TOAA as a representation of the writers and artists at marvel like Stan lee and jack Kirby. I think the one above all is really cool bc he usually makes other people do stuff or fix their own mistakes like that one time where thanos absorbed him and took his powers (yes this did happen tho I’m not sure if it’s cannon anymore) and fucked up the multiverse (or something along those lines my memory is ass) and it makes him a lot more interesting instead of if he himself just intervened at least to me it makes him more of this laid back kinda god who wants people to discover their mistakes or give them some advice but don’t directly give them the answer to everything Like when he talked to Peter. So for these reasons I find the one above all to be a really interesting character IMO.