How Billy Maximoff's Crown Compares To Scarlet Witch's From WandaVision (& Why It's So Different)

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Billy Maximoff’s crown in Agatha All Along shares several design elements with the Scarlet Witch’s crown in WandaVision, but it also reflects distinct differences that highlight each character’s unique traits. Agatha All Along revealed that Teen was indeed Billy Maximoff, the son of Wanda Maximoff, and his journey in the MCU draws a fascinating comparison to his mother’s complicated legacy. The presence of a magical crown on Billy marks his emergence as a powerful character in his own right and hints at a developing connection to Wanda’s story.

In Marvel Comics, both Billy (AKA Wiccan) and Wanda have worn unique headwear. Billy’s crown is traditionally a simple silver band that circles his head, while Wanda’s is a red, M-shaped piece that frames her face, symbolizing her role as the Scarlet Witch. For the MCU timeline, these traditional comic book designs have been reimagined as crowns, with Billy’s taking on a mystical, distinct shape that both reflects and contrasts with Wanda’s.

The Color Is the Most Obvious Difference

Wanda's Crown is Red While Wiccan's Is Blue

The first notable difference between Billy’s and Wanda’s crowns is color. Wanda’s crown, true to her Scarlet Witch title, is a deep, vibrant scarlet, embodying her role as the prophesied being of chaos and ultimate power, as foretold by the Darkhold. The red of Wanda’s crown in WandaVisionreflects her unique connection to Chaos Magic, setting her apart as a singular magical force. In Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the crown grew slightly darker, creating a sinister aura that accentuated her grief and desperation.

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In contrast, Billy’s crown in Agatha All Along is blue, symbolizing his differing magical affinity. Unlike Wanda’s scarlet color, Billy’s blue hue lacks prophetic association in the MCU, suggesting that while he shares a magical lineage with Wanda, he may not hold the same ominous or predetermined role. This difference in color underscores the individuality of their powers and hints at the possibility that, while connected to Wanda’s magic, Billy’s gifts may not have the same chaotic nature.

The Pattern of Wiccan’s Crown Is Similar… But Not Identical

Billy's Crown Reflects A Different Path

Billy Maximoff with the Westview Anomaly in Agatha All Along

Beyond color, both Wanda's and Billy's crowns have intricate designs with vine-like or tree-root patterns, forming a natural, almost elemental feel. Wanda’s crown has a noticeable M-shape that frames her face, a direct homage to her comic book look. The design is slick and smart, conveying a regal tone. Later in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, her crown becomes sharper, with branches that appear more twisted and bound by thin segments resembling barbed wire. This more aggressive and dangerous appearance mirrors her descent into a darker, morally ambiguous phase.

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Billy’s crown in Agatha All Along, while sharing the Maximoff M shape, presents a softer, more elfin quality. The design remains vine-like, but its lines are cleaner and smoother, creating an impression of purity and grace. This with Billy’s character, suggesting a heroic nature untainted by the traumatic experiences that have darkened Wanda’s journey. His crown’s simplicity may reflect his relatively innocent perspective, contrasting Wanda’s burdened complexity. The stylistic similarities between their crowns might be rooted in shared magical heritage, pointing to their connection, but they also highlight the contrasting moral trajectories of Wanda and her son.

Wiccan's Magic Is Not Chaos Magic

Billy Maximoff's Wiccan using his blue magic in Agatha All Along

While Wanda and Billy’s crowns may resemble one another, the magic they represent is distinct. In the MCU, Wanda’s magic is defined as Chaos Magic, a rare and immensely powerful form that allows her to alter reality itself. This chaotic energy is represented by deep red tones unique to Wanda. Wanda’s powers give her the ability to shape the world around her according to her desires, often in unpredictable and extreme ways. This has allowed her to reshape reality in WandaVision and push her powers to dangerous limits in the pursuit of her family.

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In contrast, Billy’s magic manifests in blue energy, suggesting that he draws from a different magical source. While he shares certain abilities with Wanda, such as mental manipulation and telekinesis, the color difference hints that he is not wielding Chaos Magic. This is significant because it implies that Billy’s powers might have limitations, especially when it comes to altering reality on the same scale as Wanda. His magic may be tied to a different aspect of witchcraft or the mystical arts. Nevertheless, Billy’s crown in Agatha All Along serves as a unique marker of his powers, setting him apart from his mother and establishing a more hopeful, balanced magical path.

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WandaVision, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first TV show on Disney+, first aired in 2021. The series kicked off the MCU’s Phase 4 and brought back Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff, aka the Scarlet Witch, and Paul Bettany as Vision. WandaVision strayed away from Marvel’s typical formula, this time formatting itself more like a classic sitcom as Wanda struggles to cope with the death of Vision.