The Only Recap You Need Before Invincible Season 3

A teenager named Mark Grayson, a typical high school student, uncovers extraordinary abilities within himself. Instead of following the familiar trajectory of a superhero tale, however, “Invincible” stands apart from its peers with its unique narrative. This intriguing comic book series was born in 2003 at the hands of creators Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, and has continued for over a hundred issues, as well as producing several spin-offs.

With so many tales available, it’s logical that “Invincible” was an attractive choice when considering a television adaptation. Despite the notion that the superhero genre has run its course, there remain narratives within it that are compelling and worthy of being shared or re-shared. “Invincible” premiered on Amazon Prime Video in 2021, and the initial eight episodes garnered significant praise from critics – leaving viewers eager for more, even if it might not be suitable viewing for the whole family.

It has been more than two years since we last saw an Atom Eve special and the start of Season 2, and Season 3 is expected to release sooner, approximately one year after the previous season ended. Although the wait time may have decreased, there’s a possibility that you might not remember all the details from the 17 episodes thus far. To help you catch up on your Viltrumite history before “Invincible” Season 3 premieres, here is a comprehensive guide to refresh your memory and ensure you don’t miss any important information.

Mark gets his powers (and everything goes wrong)

Mark Grayson, portrayed by Steven Yeun, appears as an ordinary high school student. He has a crush on Amber Bennett (Zazie Beetz) and struggles to dodge the school bully’s attacks. However, things take a dramatic turn when Mark discovers his hidden abilities. It turns out that Mark’s father is none other than the mightiest superhero on Earth – Nolan Grayson, also known as Omni-Man (J.K. Simmons). Interestingly, Nolan hails from the planet Viltrum, and while he claims to have come to Earth to safeguard it, this façade is about to crumble.

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Things seem to be improving for Mark, that is until Omni-Man, a formidable character in the “Invincible” universe, appears at the Hero Collective called the Guardians of the Globe. Despite having worked with them before, he starts killing each member in increasingly violent manners, demonstrating his dominance. By the end of the confrontation, every Guardian is dead, but Omni-Man survives, though he’s left unconscious and severely wounded.

The origins of Atom Eve are revealed

In the show “Invincible,” Mark isn’t the only young protagonist; Samantha Wilkins, alias Atom Eve (played by Gillian Jacobs), boasts some of the most remarkable powers in the series. Born as part of a secret government project designed to create a deadly weapon, she escapes a life of suffering at the hands of Dr. Elias Brandyworth (Stephen Root), who later recognizes his mistake and conceals her from his superior, Steven Erickson (Lance Reddick). At a hospital, Brandyworth secretly gives the newborn to a grieving couple whose own baby had recently passed away, hoping she could have a regular life.

As Samantha grows older, her hidden talents start to surface, allowing her to alter matter at its smallest components. For attacking purposes, this means emitting energy bursts, but she’s also capable of producing items from nothing and transforming objects into something else entirely – such as turning an apple into pure gold. Although her powers could bring about positive changes for our world, they cause her father to resent her, considering her a “weirdo.

Despite Brandyworth’s attempt to shield Samantha from Erickson, he locates her and intends to exploit her for his advantage. However, after Erickson murders Brandyworth and Polly (Grey Griffin), Samantha’s biological mother, her powers significantly amplify. Prior to this incident, she didn’t have the ability to control organic matter, but that capability develops when she invades Erickson’s mind and erases his memories. Unaware of her presence, she goes back home to a frustrated father and joins the Teen Team, a group of young superheroes. The comic book series “Invincible: Atom Eve” delves into her heartbreaking past, and Robert Kirkman hints at possible spin-offs emerging from this storyline as well.

The New Guardians form

In the wake of the Guardians of the Globe’s demise and Omni-Man being out of action, Earth finds itself woefully underprepared when an alien race called Flaxans launch an invasion from another dimension. Mark joins forces with a group of young heroes, collectively known as the Teen Team, in their fight for survival. This team is headed by Robot, who initially appears to be just a robot equipped with sophisticated AI, but turns out to be a disfigured human living in solitude, controlling the robot remotely.

In the storyline, Dupli-Kate (Malese Jow) possesses the ability to make copies of herself in combat situations. If one duplicate is killed, she continues living as long as at least one more copy remains. On the other hand, Rex Splode (Jason Mantzoukas), a self-assured character and Atom Eve’s boyfriend (until he’s caught cheating on her with Dupli-Kate), has the power to transform objects into explosive projectiles. The Flaxans display tenacity, but when Omni-Man is fully restored, he assists the heroes in defeating them completely.

Following the conflict, Walton Goggins’ character, Cecil Stedman who heads the Global Defense Agency that collaborates with superheroes for planetary protection, appoints Robot as the head of the Guardians of the Globe. He bolsters their team with Monster Girl (Grey Griffin), whose abilities include transforming into a potent green creature, but each time she morphs, her age regresses significantly, making her appear 14 despite being in her twenties. Shrinking Rae (also voiced by Griffin) possesses the ability to alter her size and become remarkably tiny, while Black Samson (Khary Payton) equips himself with a super-suit to amplify his strength following a power loss.

The demon detective investigates

In search of a powerful fugitive, Cecil enlists the help of Damien Darkblood, a mysterious detective with supernatural leanings, to uncover the culprit. The list of potential offenders is limited, and Damien has strong suspicions that Nolan could be the perpetrator.

As a malevolent spirit, I, Darkblood, am well-versed in recognizing wickedness, so after finding Nolan unyielding at the funeral of the Guardians, I paid Debbie a visit to gather information about his shady past. Unfortunately, it turned out that she hadn’t been privy to many details concerning Nolan’s heroic escapades. With this knowledge, I relayed my findings to Cecil, who also suspected Nolan as the prime suspect in this mystery. However, without knowing the reasons behind his actions and any other hidden plots, Cecil could not take action against him. As a consequence of disobeying orders, I was banished back to the depths of Hell.

However, cunning as Darkblood is, he is not above leaving behind a trail. Before descending back into the inferno, Darkblood secretly places his notebook at Debbie’s residence. Later on, she stumbles upon this artifact, fueling her suspicions even more. The chilling confirmation of her worst fears arrives when she discovers one of Nolan’s superhero costumes stained with blood—a grim indication that he was likely the perpetrator in the Guardians’ murders.

Mark goes to Mars

In the grand expanse of the cosmos, I found myself locked in a battle against an extraterrestrial named Allen the Alien (Seth Rogen), only to realize it was all a massive mix-up. Turns out, he wasn’t after our Earth but a different planet called “Urath.” We parted ways amicably, and for a while, I returned to tackling earthly perils such as Doc Seismic (Chris Diamantopoulos), a villain capable of causing seismic activities.

Mark swiftly resumes his space journey, meanwhile Darkblood delves into Omni-Man’s affairs, joining a human expedition to Mars with the objective of safeguarding the astronauts. However, this assignment might arrive prematurely for Mark and may be beyond his expertise, as the astronauts are swiftly apprehended by Martians who consider their elimination essential due to the heightened risk of Sequids invading the galaxy when traveling between planets. Sequids represent a threat as these pink parasitic organisms can attach themselves to hosts and assimilate them into their collective consciousness, ultimately gaining control over anyone nearby.

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Mark, in his heroic endeavor, manages to save the astronauts and return them safely to their spacecraft. However, there’s an unexpected traveler on board – a Martian with the ability to transform itself, disguising itself as one of the crew members, Rus Livingston (portrayed by Ben Schwartz), and making its way to Earth. Meanwhile, the genuine Livingston finds himself stranded on Mars, eventually falling prey to the Sequids, paving the way for their conquest of the red planet.

Robot gets a body

Despite appearing as a mere automaton devoid of emotion, Robot harbors complex thoughts that lie hidden beneath his seemingly empty eye screens. Inspired by feelings towards Monster Girl and using a sample of Rex Splode’s blood, Robot embarks on a project to create a human clone for himself. In order to accomplish this, he collaborates with the Mauler Twins (Kevin Michael Richardson), two brilliant, yet nefarious cloning experts who have often caused distress to past Guardians of the Globe.

By these actions, the real identity of Robot comes to light: he’s actually a young man named Rudolph Connors, who due to severe deformities, lives confined within a pod. It was Rudolph controlling Robot all along, until the Maulers managed to create him a new body – a prepubescent form of Rex known as Rudy. In a display of his cunning nature, Rudolph destroys his original body once he’s done with its capabilities, and following the completion of the Maulers’ work for him, he arranges their immediate arrest.

However, it turns out that the Maulers had a cunning strategy up their sleeve. Upon recovering the body of the late Guardians leader Immortal (Ross Marquand), they attempted to reanimate him in order to manipulate him for their benefits. Unfortunately for them, this plan backfired when he broke free and flew away as soon as the Maulers tried to command him.

Mark helps Titan

In Season 1 of “Invincible”, the protagonist Mark embarks on a journey to become a hero, shedding his innocence along the way, often through tough lessons. Tragically, he finds out some truths the hard way. Titan, a powerful criminal with the ability to create a rocky armor around himself (portrayed by Mahershala Ali), requests Mark’s help in taking down the city’s notorious crime boss, Machine Head (Jeffrey Donovan). Although Machine Head and Titan seem like local threats, Titan persuades Mark that transforming communities is equally important as repelling alien attacks, to ensure people can lead fulfilling lives.

At Machine Head’s base, Mark and Titan discover that he had been anticipating their arrival. A different enforcer named Isotope (Chris Diamantopoulos), possessing the ability to teleport, summons Battle Beast (Michael Dorn) into the fray. Battle Beast, a formidable warrior yearning for an honorable demise, overpowers Invincible in combat. Although the Guardians of the Globe show up to aid them, they too fail to subdue Battle Beast. He departs without taking any lives, considering everyone else as beneath his stature.

Machine Head gets arrested, completing Titan’s scheme and taking over as the city’s crime boss, warning Mister Liu, leader of The Order, to keep away from his territory. In the comics, Mister Liu has the ability to transform into a dragon; his dragon form was subtly referenced in Season 1, Episode 4 when the Graysons spotted him during their vacation. Recently, it was announced that Tzi Ma will voice Mister Liu in “Invincible” Season 3, which means we can expect to hear more from this character as the series progresses.

College is hell

In the world of “Invincible”, just because I don’t possess superpowers doesn’t automatically make me invulnerable. Case in point: even Mark, Amber, and Mark’s pal William (Andrew Rannells) aren’t safe on a simple college tour. The twist? William’s boyfriend Rick (initially played by Jonathan Groff, later Luke Macfarlane) gets nabbed by D.A. Sinclair (first portrayed by Ezra Miller, then Eric Bauza following Miller’s controversies necessitating recasting), who’s been up to some shady business with his Reanimen project. This sinister scheme involves converting humans into zombie robot soldiers.

Mark halts Sinclair’s scheme, yet it leads to the end of his relationship with Amber because he often neglects her. It’s reasonable for her to break up, given his absenteeism. However, confusion arises when she acknowledges that Mark is secretly Invincible, which implies he’s saving lives while away. This raises questions about why she’s upset if she knew all along that he bails out due to his superhero duties.

Regardless of Mark’s attempts to deter Sinclair, Cecil gets drawn to the project and is hired by him to produce additional Reanimen for the Global Defense Agency. This just shows how far Cecil will go to safeguard the planet, even if it means treading on morally questionable ground. As he puts it in the “Invincible” Season 3 trailer: “We can be heroes, or we can be the ones who save the world.

Nolan is exposed

With Cecil certain that Nolan was the murderer of the Guardians, he arranged for Debbie to be protected by GDA agents while they monitored her husband. However, Nolan proved to be too cunning and managed to kill everyone, even Donald Ferguson, who was second-in-command to Cecil. This grim reality was made clear to Debbie as she witnessed Nolan’s true evil nature firsthand.

After the Maulers resurrected Immortal, it’s evident that his memories are unaltered, as he soared off to battle Nolan and exact vengeance for his teammates’ demise. In a global spectacle captured by news cameras, Omni-Man and Immortal clashed in mid-air combat, culminating again with Omni-Man taking Immortal’s life. With his real identity exposed, Nolan reaches out to Mark for an explanation.

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In this location, Nolan reveals a long-held secret to his son: He’s not human, but an alien from the planet Viltrum, raised to become a powerful warrior. This is standard for all Viltrumites who, upon maturity, are dispatched to different planets to conquer and expand their empire. Having encountered Debbie and fathered Mark on Earth, Nolan wishes to enlist his son in ruling over humanity. However, Mark, being half-human, shows no interest in joining his father’s campaign, particularly after he calls Debbie a term that implies she is more of a possession than a partner.

Invincible Season 1 ends with a city-leveling event

Right from the start, “Invincible” has never shied away from displaying brutal violence, but the Season 1 finale pushes this to unprecedented levels of carnage. In the midst of their battle, Omni-Man seeks to persuade his son that humans are insignificant to them, yet Mark’s real superpower lies in his unwavering commitment to his principles. This intense fight takes them both to Chicago, where they cause massive destruction. Despite Omni-Man’s intent on pulverizing Invincible, Mark tirelessly tries to rescue as many people as he can.

In the heat of the moment, I seize Mark by the head and compel him to smash into an incoming subway car, reducing everyone within to mush – this train collision scene remarkably earned top votes in a Looper poll where fans chose their favorite “Invincible” Season 1 scene that went too far. As Omni-Man maintains his stance that Mark’s fight is futile because he’ll outlive everyone else, I retort by reminding him that he would still have his father – this revelation causes Omni-Man to depart Earth, leaving behind a solitary tear.

Soon, Mark is bound for space to converse with Allen the Alien, who finds it peculiar that a Viltrumite would abandon their mission. At first, Allen paid no heed to Earth, but upon reflection, he discerns that Mark could be an advantageous ally for the Coalition, a group dedicated to halting the Viltrumites’ habit of subjugating planets – let’s delve deeper into that topic at a later time.

Angstrom Levy vows revenge

As Season 2 of “Invincible” approaches, Omni-Man is conspicuously absent, leaving Invincible to heal up and carry on with his heroic tasks. Meanwhile, evil remains relentless in its activities.

In Season 2, the principal antagonist, who is not a Viltrumite, is Angstrom Levy, portrayed by Sterling K. Brown. Unlike other villains, Angstrom starts with honorable intentions. He hails from an alternate universe where Invincible accepted Omni-Man’s conquest offer and Earth has fallen. Upon arrival on our protagonist Mark’s world, he collaborates with the Maulers to build a device that allows him to absorb knowledge from all other Angstroms across multiple realities. Mark is tasked by Cecil to study this technology. Interestingly, Angstrom initially requests the Maulers not to harm Mark due to his powers potentially causing further loss of life.

It’s simpler to talk about something than to actually do it, and as Angstrom attempts to shut down his device, it blows up. This incident causes Angstrom to lose his sanity due to the haunting recollections of all his alternate selves. In retaliation, he sets out to punish our protagonist Mark, who coincidentally appears to be one of the few noble Marks across multiple realities.

New and old faces emerge

Mark collaborates closely with Cecil in an effort to rectify the consequences of his father’s actions and the devastation their conflict inflicted upon Chicago and the globe. Simultaneously, the Circle of Guardians experiences a reorganization. Cecil designates Immortal as the new head, succeeding Robot/Rudy in this role. Moreover, he introduces a fresh hero to their team, Bulletproof (Jay Pharoah), who possesses the ability to harness kinetic energy to enhance his other powers like super speed, strength, and agility.

The Guardians additionally bring Shapesmith (Ben Schwartz) onto their squad, who is actually a Martian disguised as an astronaut to reach Earth and currently trying – albeit clumsily – to blend in as a typical human. Furthermore, it’s not just the team’s facial features that are evolving but also their interpersonal relationships: despite Rex having a short-lived romance with Dupli-Kate, he eventually learns that she has entered into a romantic bond with Immortal.

In the GDA, Debbie encounters Donald, who, like Immortal, is hard to eliminate. However, unlike Immortal, Donald is supposed to be an ordinary man. But as it turns out, Donald is a clone, and while his initial memories were erased, this new Donald begins to question his existence. Eventually, he learns that he’s died multiple times, and with each resurrection, the following Donalds have chosen to erase their memories to perform their tasks without the emotional burden of past traumas.

Mark and Eve try to do what’s right

Atom Eve remains an independent entity, dedicating her time more towards charitable work and helping people rather than just fighting villains. For instance, she attempted to create a park using her powers, but the ground beneath it was unsteady, causing the park to crumble. Fortunately, no one was harmed in this incident, yet it served as a valuable lesson for Eve that her abilities extend beyond shaping materials nearby; she needs to study architectural principles to ensure durability of her structures. Nevertheless, she found joy in building herself an impressive treehouse.

In a contrasting manner, Mark appears to merely follow routine. Despite halting Doc Seismic, the burden of his role seems to hinder him significantly. His alliance with Cecil becomes tense when he travels to Atlantis in an attempt to atone for his father’s act of killing Aquarus, the Atlantean Guardian of the Globe (portrayed by Ross Marquand). Instead of a mate-based confrontation as depicted in comics, this atonement involves a combat with a sea creature. Although Mark manages to escape the Depth-Dweller, it breaks free and begins slaughtering Atlanteans. Surprisingly, they wish Mark dead, yet he returns to protect them.

Although Cecil asserted that Mark isn’t like his father, merely avoiding wrongdoing isn’t sufficient. Mark should strive to promote goodness actively. The concept of accountability runs consistently through “Invincible,” and given his newfound status as the most powerful hero following Omni-Man’s departure, Mark carries a greater burden of responsibility than anyone else to act justly.

Allen the Alien puts all the pieces together

In the world of “Invincible,” I, Allen the Alien, served as a source of laughter throughout Season 1, thanks in large part to the hilarious voice acting by none other than Seth Rogen. However, as we delve into Season 2, my role becomes more defined, and it’s revealed that I’m not just here for jokes – I’ve got a mission with the Coalition to attend to!

Allen is a unique Unopan designed to endure battles with Viltrumites. He thinks the Group has a rare chance to gain an edge since Mark possesses part-Viltrumite power and Nolan is no longer on Earth. The leader of the Group, Thaedus (Peter Cullen), assigns Allen to discover a Viltrumite spy within their ranks. However, before Allen can delve deeper into his investigation, he’s severely beaten in a battle by three Viltrumites and left for dead. Thaedus revives Allen from life support, shockingly revealing himself as the hidden Viltrumite agent to the viewers.

Thankfully, Allen doesn’t perish. He’s such a lively character that it wouldn’t do for him to disappear. Eventually, audiences find out that by removing Allen from life support, Thaedus made him more powerful than ever, able to challenge the Viltrumites effectively. Allen is actually a rebel Viltrumite determined to halt their conquest of the universe. Now, it falls on Allen to persuade Mark to join them, and there’s a flicker of possibility that Nolan might eventually become an ally as well.

Mark goes off-world again

After Nolan leaves Earth, he considers venturing directly into a black hole, but instead saves a spaceship carrying Thraxan aliens. The aliens appoint Nolan as their leader, and he forms a relationship with Andressa (Rhea Seehorn), who gives birth to a child with purple skin, resembling a humanoid. Without Mark’s knowledge, Nolan sends a Thraxan alien to Earth to summon him to their planet, Thraxa. Upon arrival, Mark is not pleased by his father’s deceit, but it becomes crucial as Nolan anticipates the impending arrival of Viltrumites who intend to capture him.

As I triumphantly vanquish some formidable Viltrumites alongside my comrade, a bitter twist of fate ensues as Nolan takes a grievous blow, forcing him into captivity. In the fleeting moments before his extraction, he whispers a cryptic charge to me: “Read my books.” Little did I know that this enigmatic directive would hold immense significance in the future. The ominous General Kregg of the Viltrum Empire, second-in-command, now lays down an ultimatum: I must continue Nolan’s mission or face dire repercussions.

In due course, Kregg fulfills his pledge when Mark and Amber find themselves hosting Anissa (Shantel VanSanten), a formidable Viltrumite warrior, who inspects Mark’s advancement. The two engage in combat, with Mark having no advantage against her. For the moment, she spares him, as annihilating him isn’t her objective, but it’s evident that the Viltrumites won’t soon overlook the Graysons.

Divided, the Guardians fall

After Mark arrives back on Earth, he is swiftly dispatched to space again to confront an approaching Martian vessel carrying the Sequids. These parasitic beings, who have taken control of real person Rus Livingston, aim to absorb Earth next. However, The Guardians, accompanied by Mark and Atom Eve, thwart the invasion when Rudy invents a tool that momentarily incapacitates the Sequids, severing their connection with any hosts. The Guardians return Rus home, but they fail to notice that an additional Sequid resides within him, which he soon expels so it can rejoin him.

Despite their challenges being more complex, this victory over the Lizard League at a seized nuclear missile silo is more urgent for Rex, Dupli-Kate, and Rae. Dupli-Kate’s clones are falling faster than she can reproduce, with each one meeting its demise. Shrinking Rae gets so small that she enters Jay Pharoah’s Komodo Dragon, but the tough exterior of the dragon prevents her from growing back, making it seem as if she’s been consumed. This situation not only adds a chilling audio effect but also contradicts a well-known theory about Ant-Man and Thanos in “Avengers: Endgame”. Rex gets his hand severed and is hit by King Lizard (played by Scoot McNairy), but the headshot doesn’t finish him off. Instead, Rex triumphs over King Lizard and prevents any missiles from being launched.

Rex and Rae are temporarily unable to function due to needing time to heal, but they manage to make it through. Although it appears Kate has permanently disappeared, Immortal eventually discovers that she maintains a spare version of herself hidden away as an insurance policy, so she will reappear in Season 3.

Normal people have it rough too

The story doesn’t stop at power-filled battles. After Mark’s meeting with Anissa, he and Amber part ways. Despite their efforts to maintain a relationship, given that Mark’s secret was revealed, it became too complicated for Amber as her life could now be at risk.

Mark comes back to Earth accompanied by his half-brother with purple skin, and Debbie is prepared to care for the child, whom they named Oliver. Since Thraxans mature much quicker than humans, Oliver is currently a toddler but will soon grow into a preteen equivalent. Christian Convery will voice an older version of Oliver, also known as Kid Omni-Man, in “Invincible” Season 3. Debbie chooses to employ a nanny, April Howsam (portrayed by Calista Flockhart), who works for Cecil and the GDA, as she appears genuinely concerned about Oliver’s wellbeing. At the same time, Cecil wants to monitor another Viltrumite on Earth.

After undergoing D.A. Sinclair’s experiments, Rick continues to struggle with a type of post-traumatic stress. In a moment of despair, he considers leaping from a building. However, William manages to prevent this by asking Donald to speak with him. This conversation not only saves Rick but also helps Donald accept his cloned existence.

What is it about Nolan’s books?

In order to maintain his disguise as an ordinary human, Nolan claims to be the writer of numerous science-fiction novels such as “Savage Planet, Savage Beasts” and “The Man With the Indestructible Weapon.” Later on Thraxa, Mark acquires these books following Nolan’s revelation. He flips through one titled “Space Rider,” which features a weapon capable of obliterating a star, and recognizes that these novels might contain information about defeating Viltrumites.

This newfound information proves particularly valuable for Allen as he returns to see Mark once more. It is during this visit that Allen mentions the Coalition, only to encounter resistance from Mark about venturing into space again. Despite his reluctance, Mark hands over some books to Allen. What follows is a surprising revelation: Space Rider, whom they have known, is actually the real-life Space Racer (if he even exists). However, Allen’s comments hint that Nolan’s writings may contain a grain of truth that merits further investigation.

With Mark absent, Allen ventures back into space for a confrontation with Anissa, leading to his capture. However, the smug expression on Allen’s face hints at a premeditated scheme, as he seeks imprisonment in the Viltrumite detention center.

Invincible Season 2 brought up plot threads that still need resolution

In this vast and diverse universe, it’s not surprising that certain “Invincible” storylines may temporarily take a step back. For instance, Titan makes an appearance in Season 1 only to disappear throughout Season 2, but based on the trailer, we can anticipate his return for future seasons. Season 2 also sets up several other plot points that you might want to keep in mind as you progress through Season 3 and beyond.

First off, there’s the case of the Sequid that sneaked its way onto Earth, hiding within Rus Livingston. Without delving into the comics’ storyline, it appears that additional Sequids could colonize Earth, potentially offering an intriguing challenge for various heroes. So far, it has been difficult to eliminate a Sequid, and unfortunately, their human hosts are merely innocent bystanders who find themselves in unfortunate circumstances.

In the series “Invincible”, we encounter Ka-Hor (played by Clancy Brown), who has endured a streak of misfortunes so far. In Season 1, his tomb was uncovered, but he was swiftly reburied after Invincible swooped in and blanketed the area with sand. In Season 2, he resurfaces when two women dig him up, but he’s only able to inhabit a male body. His comeback is halted once again when Invincible whips up a sandstorm. Interestingly, Ka-Hor doesn’t appear in the original “Invincible” comics, leaving us wondering if there’s a larger plan for his character or if this will simply continue as a recurring joke, with Ka-Hor almost escaping each season.

Mark thought Angstrom Levy was stronger

In the eight episodes of Season 2 of “Invincible”, there’s plenty going on. Whilst Mark is searching for means to halt the Viltrumite invasion, Angstrom Levy lurks in the shadows, devising strategies to conquer Invincible. The tension reaches its peak when Angstrom captures Debbie and Oliver as hostages, compelling Mark into a confrontation.

Characters traverse multiple universes, discovering a variety of hidden references, like one universe overrun by zombies, reminiscent of Robert Kirkman’s “The Walking Dead” series. In these journeys, Invincible encounters Agent Spider, a humorous spin on the classic Spider-Man character, with whom he collaborated in the comics. These elements serve as backdrop for the intense emotional conflict between them, culminating when Angstrom injures Debbie, prompting Mark’s anger and resumption of their fight. The battle spans across realities, ending with Mark repeatedly punching Angstrom until his death. Killing a human, even one as wicked as Angstrom, leaves Mark feeling shattered, expressing nothing but regret: “I thought you were stronger.

In the trailer for “Invincible” Season 3, Cecil questions whether Mark’s actions, in killing Angstrom after he tried to manipulate the GDA using tech by D.A. Sinclair, make him any better than Cecil himself. Could Mark eventually succumb to doing wrong if faced with a situation where eliminating an adversary seems necessary? The upcoming season is likely to delve into this moral gray zone, testing Mark’s ethical compass to its limits.

There’s no place like home

In the aftermath of Angstrom’s demise, Mark finds himself lost in a different dimension. Given that physical confrontation isn’t a viable solution here, a future incarnation of the Guardians of the Globe from his original universe miraculously locates him. Among them is an aged version of Eve, who firmly advises him to convey his feelings to the Eve belonging to his timeline.

In the past, there have been clear indications that Eve may harbor feelings for Mark. As for older Eve, she simply wishes to understand his sentiments – regardless of whether or not he reciprocates them – so she can find closure. When Mark eventually returns to his own reality and time, he encounters Eve once more. It appears as though he might express himself, but instead, he remains silent. This scenario seems ripe for further exploration at a later point.

In other parts of the cosmos, Allen and Nolan cross paths for the first time. Using his telekinetic abilities, Allen fills Nolan in on the Coalition’s ongoing battle against the Viltrum Empire and encourages him to join their cause. However, Nolan appears utterly indifferent to the situation at hand, and surprisingly confides that he yearns for Debbie. While “Invincible” Season 1 portrays Nolan as an unchangeable character, Season 2 concludes by hinting at a tender emotion and potential redemption in him.

Invincible Season 3 brings in new faces

In the third season of “Invincible”, there are numerous characters from the comics to choose from. One of them is Multi-Paul, portrayed by Simu Liu, who is Dupli-Kate’s brother. Although he has a minor role in the series so far, he appeared briefly during a prison scene in Season 1, Episode 3 without speaking. This season, it appears that Multi-Paul will have a more significant part to play and possibly explain his transformation into a villain.

In a new role, “Cobra Kai” actor Xolo Maridueña takes on the dual part of Dropkick and Fightmaster, twin martial arts masters from the future. They journey to the past seeking assistance from Invincible, a powerful ally. Meanwhile, John DiMaggio is cast as The Elephant, an antagonist dressed as an elephant with less-than-noble intentions.

As the gamer, I’m excited to jump into “Invincible” Season 3 where my character, Scott Duvall, comes into play. In the comics, he’s the sibling of Jessica Duvall who tragically perishes during Invincible and Omni-Man’s showdown in Chicago. Holding a deep grudge against Invincible, I acquire materials that let me absorb kinetic energy and transform it into electrifying blasts. My wife, Becky, stands by my side in this quest, and she’ll be portrayed by the talented Kate Mara. Powerplex is set to serve as an engaging adversary, a reflection of Mark’s shortcomings that will keep viewers on their toes.

Invincible Season 3 will bring in some mystery characters

Intriguingly, two actors have been recruited for Season 3 whose characters’ identities are yet to be revealed. Jonathan Banks and Doug Bradley have become part of the cast, but it’s still unclear what roles they will play. Given their backgrounds, it appears likely that they might portray Viltrumites, and it seems quite probable that one of them could take on the role of Thragg – a significant character from the comics, known as the Viltrumite emperor and the series’ main antagonist. It would be strategic for Season 3 to hint at Thragg’s arrival, and Bradley appears to be an ideal fit for this part.

Due to Banks’ rough demeanor, he seems more suited to the role of another Viltrumite warrior known as Conquest. In the comics, it is Conquest who visits to monitor Mark’s progress, fulfilling Anissa’s pledge that the Viltrum empire would keep a close watch on him. Should Mark pose a problem, Conquest stands prepared and eager to assume his mission of readying Earth for the empire’s conquest.

From another perspective, it’s possible that these talented actors might portray entirely distinct characters. There are numerous villains these skilled performers could give voice to. Dinosaurus could be an exciting new character for either actor, as he plans to boost the American economy by demolishing cities. However, creator Robert Kirkman hints at “Invincible” potentially lasting for seven or eight seasons, and with us now in Season 3, it’s becoming increasingly likely that we’ll see Thragg and Conquest introduced soon. Given the show’s success, it may run as long as Robert Kirkman desires, so we’re only just beginning to explore the world of “Invincible.

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