A recent analysis suggests that Mark Grayson, the protagonist of the Invincible series, possesses power levels that far exceed the supes in The Boys universe. If Mark were to adopt a villainous persona, the established hierarchy of Vought International would likely collapse almost instantly.
The massive gap between Viltrumite biology and Compound V
The power dynamics of The Boys are rooted in the corrupt, corporate-driven world of Vought International, where superpowered individuals are often products of Compound V. As reported by ScreenRant, this universe is characterized by a grounded, often cynical approach to heroism, heavily influenced by the dark comic series created by Garth Ennis. the series uses these characters to play with real-life parallels, showing how supes serve corrupt corpoations while maintaining a warm public face.
In contrast, the Invincible universe operates on a much more traditional, cosmic scale of power. While characters like Homelander are treated as gods within their own sphere, they are fundamentally limited by the biological constraints of their world.. The analysis notes that Mark Grayson's half-Viltrumite heritage places him in a different league entirely, as Viltrumites represent one of the most dominant and physically overwhelming species in their own franchise.
Why Mark Grayson's durability eclipses Homelander's god-like status
The physical feats of Mark Grayson suggest that a confrontation with the strongest supes in The Boys would be remarkably one-sided. While Homelander has been described as the strongest supe in his universe—prior to his death—his level of resilience is dwarfed by the capabilities of a Viltrumite.
The report highlights specific instances of Mark's near-invulnerability, such as his ability to survive the removal of his internal organs and his capacity to withstand the impact of a train. Mark possesses typical Superman-like traits, including super strength, super speed, and an enhanced healing factor, but on a significantly larger scale . While a strike from characters like Soldier Boy might be lethal to most humans or even mid-tier supes, such attacks would likely leave Mark Grayson without even a scratch. His speed and raw physical force are described as being capable of wrecking entire cities, a scale of destruction that exceeds the typical collateral damage seen in the Vought-controlled world.
A roster of threats including Thragg and Battle Beast
The disparity in power is not limited to Mark Grayson alone; the Invincible universe contains an entire ecosystem of characters capable of overwhelming The Boys. According to the source, nearly every living Viltrumite, ranging from the powerful Thragg to the younger Oliver, could single-handedly defeat the entire roster of characters from The Boys.
Other heavy hitters from the Invincible franchise, such as Allen the Alien and the ferocious Battle Beast, would likely pose no challenge to The Seven or the students at Godolkin University. Even specialized fighters like Tech Jacket are expected to hold their own against the most prominent supes, suggesting that a crossover would not be a battle of equals, but a total takeover by the Viltrumite-adjacent forces.
Can Marie's blood manipulation or Cecil's tactics stop a Viltrumite?
Despite the overwhelming physical advantages of the Viltrumites, certain tactical and biological variables remain unverified. One major question is whether specialized abilities, such as Marie's ability to manipulate an opponent's blood, could provide a window of opportunity before Mark Grayson's superior speed allows him to strike. The source notes that Neuman's blood manipulation is often a deterrent, but it is unclear if it would work on a Viltrumite.
Similarly, the strategic depth of Cecil's resources presents an unknown factor. While the report suggests that Cecil could potentially dismantle The Seven within a matter of days using his vast intelligence and tactical assets, it remains unclear if these methods would be effective against a being with the speed and durability of a Viltrumite. The source does not clarify if Vought's corporate infrastructure or the resources of the Coalition of Planets would be enough to mitigate such a threat.
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