The Cloak of Levitation is arguably as iconic as Doctor Strange himself. In the movies, its sentience and bond with Strange is a fascinating element. But the question lingers: was it always destined to be his, or did the cloak have its own journey of choosing its wearer?
Initially, as some have pointed out, the cloak didn’t seem immediately drawn to Doctor Strange. One could speculate if the glass case it was held within acted as some kind of barrier, preventing an instant connection. While the cloak’s power suggests it could easily break free, the nature of this magical containment is unknown. This initial hesitation could imply the cloak was indeed assessing Strange, and perhaps found him wanting at first glance.
However, during the intense battle against Kaecilius, the cloak undeniably sided with Doctor Strange. This raises a couple of possibilities. Did the cloak genuinely choose Strange in that moment, recognizing his potential or worth? Or was its motivation simpler: a desire to thwart Kaecilius’s victory? Perhaps the cloak’s actions were less about actively choosing Strange and more about opposing a greater threat. This “anti-Kaecilius” stance could explain its intervention.
Yet, the narrative doesn’t end with that battle. The cloak’s continued loyalty to Doctor Strange afterwards suggests a deeper connection formed. Several theories arise to explain this lasting bond:
- A Binding During Battle: The heat of combat might have forged a magical link between the cloak and Strange, essentially binding it to him.
- Genuine Affinity: Perhaps, despite the initial hesitation, the cloak genuinely grew to like Doctor Strange, recognizing qualities unseen at first.
- Respect Born of Sacrifice: Through the fight with Kaecilius, the cloak may have witnessed Strange’s bravery and willingness to sacrifice himself, earning the cloak’s respect and solidifying their partnership. The cloak, in this scenario, might have recognized Strange’s initial underestimation of the threat and admired his noble resolve nonetheless.
Based purely on the events within the movie, any of these scenarios are plausible interpretations of the Doctor Strange Cloak’s motivations. To delve deeper into the definitive answer, one might turn to the Doctor Strange comics, which likely contain richer lore surrounding the Cloak of Levitation. Alternatively, in a more whimsical vein, one could always try asking the cloak directly, if only magic were that straightforward!
