Warning: This article contains SPOILERS for Invincible season 3’s finale, “I Thought You’d Never Shut Up”.After overcoming the Invincible War and Conquest’s arrival on Earth, the future should look bright forInvincible’smain characters, but one detail regarding the finale hints at a worrying road ahead. Despite how muchRex Splode’s death hurt inInvincibleseason 3, the majority of the show’s main characters escaped with their lives. There were plenty of civilian casualties and numerous close calls in the season’s final two episodes, but most ofInvincible’s frequently recurring heroes survived these brutal battles and will make a full recovery. Unfortunately, there’s no time to celebrate though, as the worst is still to come.
Dealing with Conquest is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to fighting back against the Viltrumites, as there are still countless powerful beings capable of invading Earth and causing serious issues. Likewise, the Sequids made their return in the finale, while Damien Darkblood’s cameo suggested more sinister problems could be on the way. It’s also unclearwhat happened to the evil Invincible variants after season 3or Angstrom Levy, and with all these problems mounting, a critical detail from the finale means the central characters still have plenty to worry about heading into season 4 and beyond.
Invincible Season 3’s Finale Proved The Show Is More Brutal Than Ever
Conquest & Atom Eve Both Suffered Horrifying Injuries
Not only are greater threats than ever on the horizon, butInvincibleseason 3’s finale was also the show at its most graphic, suggesting the violence will continue. The animated series has already built a reputation for being extremely brutal, but the latest episode epitomized just how bloody it can get. Conquest didn’t waste any time in making an impression in episode 8, as alongside beating Mark badly and presumably breaking his leg, he caused a lot more damage. He nearly ripped Oliver in half by simply stretching his body, and his punches to Atom Eve almost killed her.
One single punch left a nasty gash on her face that likely broke Eve’s jaw, while the villain also used his hand to pierce right through her body, a move that would have killed most other characters.Conquest even used Mark to murder civilians just like Omni-Man did in season 1, as he mowed down a group of people on the beach with the protagonist’s body, killing them instantly. With all the damage he caused, it seems fitting he suffered arguably the worst injury out of everyone, as Mark headbutted the Viltrumite over and over, pummeling his face.
The injuries he sustained weren’t for the faint of heart, and this cemented season 3’s finale as one of the most graphic episodes yet. While theevil Mark Grayson variantsalso caused an incredible amount of chaos and destruction, Conquest managed to rival this on his own, showing just how menacing he really is. Worryingly, his brutal impact didn’t just remind audiences of how violent the series is willing to get, but it also suggested thatInvincible’s injuries will only get worse.
Angstrom Levy’s Gory Injury Alongside Powerplex Accidentally Killing His Family Highlights How Extreme Season 3 Has Been
The gore inInvincibleseason 3’s finale wasn’t a one-off, as the show’s latest installment had increased the intensity of injuries and deaths significantly. Things were already bad in the first two seasons, but season 3 held nothing back, nor did it leave anything to the imagination. For example, after Mark beat Angstrom Levy in season 2, the series never showed the villain’s face, but season 3 revealed just how horrifying his injuries were. His disfigured face was on full display after he barely survived, and it was one of several brutal incidents shown in the latest eight episodes.
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Powerplex killing his family was also brutal, as his blast of electricity inadvertently incinerated his wife and child. The camera panning to their bodies was hard to watch, and it cementedPowerplex as one ofInvincible’s most tragic villainswhile highlighting that the show is leaving nothing to the imagination in season 3. Additionally,Mark destroying countless ReAnimen, the evil Invincible variants slaughtering the Guardians of the Globe, and Oliver killing the Maulers confirmed that season 3 was more violent than ever, and with even more powerful enemies set to arrive, I fear it’s a sign of things to come.
The Viltrumites Are Capable Of Doing So Much Damage
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WithInvincibleincreasing how savage its action is, the impending Viltrumite invasion feels more intimidating than ever. The show getting more brutal isn’t just a way to try and be more controversial, it’s a sign that stronger characters are being introduced, with Conquest and the Mark variants being responsible for many of season 3’s most graphic scenes. The protagonist has also been a big part of these serious injuries, highlighting that he has had to become more aggressive, andwith various powerful Viltrumites seemingly on the way, the series looks set to continue this violent trajectory.
Assuming season 3’s brutality is a sign of things to come, many of the franchise’s most popular characters could have a worrying future ahead of them since most aren’t equipped to deal with the Viltrumites.
As a result, the Viltrumites' arrival is bound to create plenty of unforgettable moments, and any other villainsInvinciblebrings in before them will likely be a serious problem. Therefore, the show’s central characters feel like they’ve never been in more danger, especially with Rex’s death confirming that these heroes aren’t safe. Assuming season 3’s brutality is a sign of things to come, many of the franchise’s most popular characters could have a worrying future ahead of them since most aren’t equipped to deal with the Viltrumites, proving how devastating the invasion could be.
