Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Senior Editor / Content Lead

Aeron Mer Eclarinal is the Content Lead, Content Creator, and writer of The Direct. Aeron has been working for The Direct for three years, starting in March 2020. Aeron plays an active role in the day-to-day operations of The Direct by writing news and feature articles, ideating content, researching news, and creating social captions. 

Prior to joining The Direct, Aeron worked as a New Media Creator for 90.7 Love Radio of the Manila Broadcasting Company from 2016 to 2017. Aeron then worked as a Creative Solutions Specialist at Magic Inc

Aeron holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Far Eastern University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2016. 

You can follow Aeron on Twitter (@aeronchino) to stay up-to-date with his latest thoughts about all things superheroes and the galaxy far, far, away.

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Aeron Mer Eclarinal's Latest The Direct Articles

Beast Games Season 2 Just Spoiled Who Gets Eliminated at the End of Episode 6

A new behind the scenes look at the making of Beast Games Season 2, Episode 6 revealed who didn't make it in the Top 10.

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The Wrecking Crew 2 Sequel Movie Gets Hopeful Update from Writer Jonathan Tropper (Exclusive)

The Wrecking Crew got an exciting sequel update after writer Jonathan Tropper claimed he has a "strong" idea for it.

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Wonder Man Episode 4 Makes a Clever WandaVision Callback

Wonder Man Episode 4 completely focused on an entirely different character and there's even a callback to WandaVision.

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LEGO Leak Reveals First Avengers: Doomsday Lego Set Details

Avengers: Doomsday has been confirmed to have a LEGO set, but details on which characters are included are still unknown.

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Marvel Releases Official Introduction Video To Doctor Doom’s Latveria

Marvel officially unveiled a new video showing Doctor Doom promoting Latveria as a superhero-free country.

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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Gets Official Slogan & Plot Synopsis

Marvel Studios pulled back the curtain on major story details of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 in a new synopsis.

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Hulk’s New Power Would Make Him The Strongest Avenger In Secret Wars

Marvel Comics' new Hulk series just revealed the Green Rage monster's new power, making him the strongest Avenger.

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2026's WandaVision Sequel Will Officially Introduce the MCU's Own Deathstroke

The MCU's version of Deathstroke will finally debut in Marvel Studios' WandaVision sequel (and he's a perfect fit).

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This Might Be A Great Week For Daredevil: Born Again Fans

A new report claimed that the official trailer for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is coming sooner than you think.

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Chris Pratt Confirms Star-Lord’s MCU Future

Chris Pratt gave a reassuring update about his MCU future as Star-Lord in a brand-new interview.

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The Last of Us Will Reportedly Recast Major Character For Season 3

The Last of Us Season 3 will look very different due to a reported recasting of one major character.

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New Stranger Things Concept Art Proves Vecna Almost Looked Way Better (Photos)

Netflix unveiled concept art showing Vecna's early designs from Stranger Things (and the villain looked way scarier).

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Disney+ Confirms Its 9 Next Marvel & Star Wars Show Releases

From Wonder Man to Ahsoka Season 2, Disney+ has some incredible Marvel and Star Wars projects lined up for 2026.

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911 Just Confirmed If Hen Is Leaving the Show (But There's 1 Catch)

9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 9 set the record straight on whether Hen is leaving Firehouse 118.

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Finding Her Edge Reveals Who Adrianna Ends Up With In the Netflix Series Finale

Adrianne ended up with the right man in Netflix's Finding Her Edge because of what she truly wanted from the start.

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Watch: Jason Momoa’s Lobo Gets His Own Trailer

Jason Momoa looks perfect as Lobo in this official Supergirl trailer shared by DC Studios Co-CEO James Gunn.

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Netflix Reveals XO Kitty Season 3 Release Window, Cast Members, Plot & More

All eyes are on Kitty and Min-ho as their romance is expected to take the spotlight in XO Kitty Season 3.

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Here’s What’s Going Wrong With Eve’s Powers In Invincible Season 4 (SPOILERS)

Eve's powers behaved erratically following the events of Invincible Season 3, and the comic explains what is happening.

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Pixar’s Next Movie Gets Last Minute Title Change Overseas

Pixar's first big movie in 2026 received an intriguing title change overseas months before its debut.

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IT Welcome to Derry Gets a Clear Season 2 Update (Report)

A new report sealed the fate of IT: Welcome to Derry amid anticipation for its Season 2 return on HBO Max.

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Beast Games Season 2 Contestant Accidentally Spoils JC’s Fate

A recent social media post from a Beast Games Season 2 contestant may have accidentally spoiled JC's fate.

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Tell Me Lies' Catie Parker Twist Hints at Stephen's True Plan

Catie Parker is a key part of Stephen's grand plan against Lucy in Tell Me Lies, and this proves how disturbing he is.

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Superman 2: Man of Tomorrow Adds 4th DC Villain (Report)

A new DCU report revealed that an unexpected fourth villain will join the roster of antagonists in Man of Tomorrow.

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It’s Officially The End of an Era for Landman

Landman's Season 2 changed Taylor Sheridan's Paramount+ series in a big way by marking an end of an era.

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Marvel Studios Admits 1 Upcoming Sequel Has Been Delayed Too Many Times

One MCU producer finally admitted why a highly anticipated sequel involving a fan-favorite hero has yet to be made.

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Marvel Studios Spoils Wonder Man’s Secret

The latest promo for Marvel Studios' Wonder Man spoiled one key reveal involving Simon Williams' big secret.

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Marvel Studios Just Confirmed Leonardo DiCaprio Exists in The MCU

Marvel Studios is going all out with the Hollywood references by confirming an Oscar winner exists in the MCU.

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'Welcome to Derry' Just Retconned 1 Loser's Club Scene from 2017's IT Movie

IT: Welcome to Derry sneakily retconned a crucial scene in IT: Chapter One involving the Black Spot.

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The Rookie Officially Says Goodbye to 1 Key Character

The Rookie Season 8 dropped a major bombshell by saying goodbye to a franchise mainstay.

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The Batman 2 Officially Breaks a 35-Year DC Release Rule

The Batman 2's historic release sets the stage for it to break DC's sequel rule involving the Dark Knight.

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Marvel Studios Chooses 3 X-Men Villains to Kick Off Next Saga (Report)

Marvel has plans for introducing complex villains in the Mutant Saga (and they may have already landed on which ones).

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Ponies Season 2 Possibility Addressed by Haley Lu Richardson & Emilia Clarke

Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson made a hilarious comment about possibly seeing a Season 2 of Ponies.

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The Pitt’s 2901 Reveal Has a Clever Double Meaning

The Pitt Season 2, Episode 2 ended with a patient shouting, "2901," and this code has a deeper meaning than fans think.

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Arrowverse Star’s New Look Fuels James Gunn DCU Return Hopes

One Arrowverse mainstay posted his new look on social media, igniting hype for his possible return to the DCU.

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Beast Games Season 2’s Ethan Just Made the Worst Decision in Game Show History

Beast Games Season 2, Episode 4 revealed Ethan's major decision that is considered by many as the worst of all time.

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DC Officially Unveils the New Female Batman - And She Looks Great

A bunch of female Batmen in the DC Universe took the spotlight in the latest release of DC KO Knightfight 3.

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Tell Me Lies: Molly's Backstory Is Deeply Heartbreaking Because of What Evan Did Last Season

Tell Me Lies Season 3 brought back Molly after she was left in a bad place in Season 2 due to what Evan did.

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The Pitt Season 2 Just Introduced Dr. Collins’ Replacement

A new clip from The Pitt Season 2 introduced a new nurse who appears to be Dr. Collins' replacement in Robby's life.

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Avengers: Doomsday Trailer 4 Confirms Why Namor Is So Mad

Avengers: Doomsday's fourth trailer has a hidden detail that explains why Namor looks pissed about something.

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Tell Me Lies: How Bree Knows Alex In Season 3 Traces Back to Her Rough Childhood

Tell Me Lies Season 3 introduced Alex as a complex character who has personal ties to Bree.

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