The Pet

Plenty of Drax’s scenes are worthy of mention, including the movie’s opening scene, in which he single-handedly slays the Abilisk. The Destroyer’s heroic acts are largely replaced by comedic moments, some of which fall flat, but Drax is clearly a Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 highlight.

In one of the best Drax scenes, he pranks Mantis, who is even more socially awkward than he is. When they first meet, Mantis asks him whether she can pet his “pet”. Drax takes a couple of seconds to ponder this, then answers that yes, she can pet Rocket.

Naturally, Rocket bites her finger, and hilarity ensues. It isn’t a giant leap as far as Drax’s development goes, but Pom Klementieff’s initial reaction is worth the cost of admission!