James Gunn has responded to an inquiry asking if Rocket dies in the upcoming third entry.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.

3writer/directorJames Gunnhas responded to sentiments commenting onRocket Raccoon’s possible death in the upcoming threequel.

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In the same interview, he even specifically noted that he"needed to finish Rocket’s story."

The odds certainly don’t sound good for the gun-toting, talking mammal.

Will Rocket Raccoon Die In Guardians of the Galaxy 3?

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In response, the filmmaker responded with a wide-eyed emoji.

It makes plenty of sense for many to worry thatBradley Cooper’s MCU staple hero will bite the dust.

It’s easy to see how such a personal story might not end well for the talking Raccoon.

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Theorizing Rocket’s Fate in Guardians Vol.

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It does seem like Rocket’s death is a pretty obvious choice.

Because of that, Gunn might have avoided making the heartbreaking decision to off everyone’s favorite Raccoon.

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That’s certainly not to say no one will die.

With that in mind, the most likely candidates are Star-Lord and Drax.

Out of the two, based on real-life circumstances,Draxis the most likely to bite the dust.

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“That’s not to mention how he’s been brutally honestabout his upcoming Marvel retirement, noting thatVol.

3was"the perfect exit.”

So, if Rocket survives, what might he get up to going forward?

James Gunn Reveals the Secret Protagonist of the Guardians Movies (No, Not Star-Lord)

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3hits theaters on May 5.

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