Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Content Lead, Content Creator, Writer

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 Stories

Did She-Hulk's New Footage Just Tease Ghost Rider's Appearance?

A new She-Hulk featurette potentially teased the debut of Ghost Rider in the MCU.

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Marvel Reveals Weird Change for MCU’s Abomination In Next Appearance

She-Hulk's latest featurette confirmed that the MCU's Abomination will have a new role as a life guru in the series.

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Brie Larson Reacts to Avengers: Kang Dynasty News

Brie Larson shared her enthusiastic response about the news of Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton helming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.

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Daredevil: Born Again Makes Disney+ History With Record-Breaking Length

Daredevil: Born Again was confirmed to have an 18-episode first season on Disney+, making it the longest MCU series on the streaming service.

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Avengers 5 Gains Familiar Marvel Director

A new report revealed that Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton has been tapped to direct Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Star Reveals Din Djarin’s Reluctant New Role

Pedro Pascal teased that Din Djarin is "reluctant" to accept his newfound leadership role in The Mandalorian Season 3.

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DC Director Reveals How Keanu Reeves’ Batman Differs From Previous Batmen (Exclusive)

DC's League of Super-Pets director Jared Stern explained how Keanu Reeves' Batman is different from other versions of the Dark Knight.

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Ant-Man 3 Director Teases How the Movie Will ‘Permanently’ Change the MCU

Ant-Man 3 director Peyton Reed teased how the upcoming threequel will "permanently" change the MCU.

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Natalie Portman’s Marvel Return Just Got a Bit More Likely

Natalie Portman's son, Aleph, told her to keep doing Marvel movies after Thor: Love and Thunder.

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MCU: Is Shuri the New Black Panther? Letitia Wright Responds

Letitia Wright played coy if Shuri is the next Black Panther in the upcoming MCU sequel.

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Black Panther 2 Main Villain Actor Breaks Silence on 'Fantastic' Role

Tenoch Huerta revealed his thoughts on finally being announced as the MCU's Namor in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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MCU Ironheart Suit Officially Revealed By Black Panther 2 Merch (Photo)

The first official look at Riri Williams' Ironheart suit was revealed via a new Funko Pop! figure.

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Marvel Boss Just Shattered Russo Brothers' Avengers: Secret Wars Dreams

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige confirmed that the Russo Brothers are not attached to direct the next two Avengers movies.

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MCU Thunderbolts Movie Release Date Revealed for Phase 5

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige officially announced the MCU's Thunderbolts movie, the franchise's first team-up project featuring its villains.

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MCU: Fantastic Four Movie Receives Official Release Date

Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four was confirmed to start the MCU's Phase 6.

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MCU's Kang the Conqueror Receives First Look In Official New Poster

The first official look at Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror was revealed by Marvel Studios.

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DCEU Reboot? Dwayne Johnson Teases 'New Era' of DC Movies

During San Diego Comic-Con, Dwayne Johnson continued to tease fans that Black Adam will bring big changes to the DC universe.

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Disney+ Reveals First Look at Spider-Man Prequel Show (Photos)

Marvel Studios released a plethora of details about the animated Spider-Man: Freshman Year show at this year's San Diego Comic-Con.

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Marvel Studios to Hold TWO Major Panel Events for Comic-Con 2022

Marvel Studios was confirmed to showcase an exclusive panel dedicated to its animation projects, such as What If...? and X-Men 97.

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Peacemaker Actor Teases Season 2's Crazy Potential Plot

Peacemaker's Robert Patrick teased the "funniest f–king stuff ever" with his character in the show's upcoming second season.

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She-Hulk: Disney+ Confirms When First 3 Episodes Will Release

Disney+ Confirmed when the first three episodes of She-Hulk will begin streaming.

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Man of Steel 2: New Report Ignites DC Fan Uproar for Sequel Announcement

After a report about Henry Cavill's potential SDCC appearance, fans shared their hopes of finally seeing Man of Steel 2 announced by Warner Bros.

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Disney+ Promotes 3 MCU Shows at Comic-Con 2022 (Photo)

Disney+ will have its very own booth at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, treating fans to an interactive experience featuring Ms. Marvel and She-Hulk.

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Henry Cavill Surprise Superman Announcement Reportedly Coming Soon

Henry Cavill may reportedly make a surprise appearance at this year's Comic-Con to tease the future of his Superman.

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Ray Fisher Blasts ‘Offensive’ Justice League Report Claiming He Conspired With Zack Snyder

Justice League's Ray Fisher shared his reaction toward an "offensive" report claiming that he conspired with director Zack Snyder.

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DC Blue Beetle Movie Wraps Filming, Reveals Best Look at Iron Man-Like Suit

DC's Blue Beetle was confirmed to have wrapped filming.

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Black Panther Star Dodges Question About Disney+ Spin-off

Danai Gurira didn't answer whether she is involved in a potential Disney+ spin-off series featuring her MCU character, Okoye.

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Ms. Marvel Season 2: Actress Teases Captain America: Civil War-Inspired Return

Iman Vellani teased that Kamala Khan's MCU return after The Marvels would be inspired by Spider-Man's comeback after Captain America: Civil War.

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Disney+ Just Revealed the MCU’s Biggest Avengers Cameo Yet

Ms. Marvel's finale featured an appearance from a notable MCU hero.

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She-Hulk Director Reacts to Controversial CGI With Thanos Defense

She-Hulk director Kat Coiro responded to the criticisms over the titular hero's CGI.

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MCU: First Look at Ironheart Actress on Disney+ Set (Photo)

The first set photo of Dominique Thorne on the set of Marvel Studios' Ironheart series emerged online.

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How Marvel's Kevin Feige Reacted to Joaquin Phoenix Rejecting Doctor Strange

Former Marvel Studios' production lead attorney Paul Sarker revealed how the studio reacted to Joaquin Phoenix turning down the Doctor Strange role.

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Why Marvel Studios Has Abandoned MCU Mega-Deals With Actors

Former Marvel Studios production attorney Paul Sarker revealed his thoughts on why the studio got rid of long-term contracts for MCU stars.

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Will Thor’s Valkyrie Get Her Own Spin-off? MCU Star Responds

Tessa Thompson addressed the possibility of seeing a Valkyrie spin-off series on Disney+ in the future.

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Marvel Studios Just Found Its Captain America 4 Director

A new report revealed that Nigerian filmmaker Julius Onah is set to direct Anthony Mackie's Captain America 4.

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Avengers 5: MCU Writer Reveals Surprising Original Plan for Scarlet Witch

Doctor Strange 2 head writer Michael Waldron revealed that Marvel was planning to use the Scarlet Witch as a villain in another movie.

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Hidden Agents of SHIELD Connection Spotted In Ms. Marvel Episode 5 (Photos)

Ms. Marvel's latest episode featured a visual connection to ABC"s Agents of SHIELD.

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Doctor Strange 2 Designer Confirms Thor's Brother's Cut Appearance

Doctor Strange 2 costume designer Graham Churchyard confirmed that Balder the Brave, Thor's brother, almost appeared in the MCU sequel.

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Black Panther 2 Actor Reacts to First Photo of Sequel’s Main Villain

Tenoch Huerta, who is rumored to play Namor in Black Panther 2, teased his involvement in the sequel by sharing a hilarious social media post.

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Thor: Love and Thunder Actress Expresses Disney+ Spin-off Hopes

Jaimie Alexander expressed hopes for a potential Disney+ spin-off series starring Lady Sif.

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