Ryan's Bloody Nose: The Second Supe to Make Homelander Bleed in The Boys Season 5 In The Boys Season 5, Episode 3, Ryan achieves a rare feat by making Homelander bleed, mirroring Queen Maeve's previous accomplishment and hinting at Ryan's growing power and potential to challenge his father. Season 5 of The Boys has dramatically reshaped the landscape with the return of Ryan in Episode 3, marking a significant turning point for the character and the series' overarching narrative. Ryan's re-entry into the story positions him as a volatile and unpredictable force, particularly following the incident involving Grace and Butcher, which has created a rift between him and Butcher. This newfound tension is compounded by Ryan's deliberate avoidance of Homelander and the corrupt Vought organization. However, the climax of the latest episode strongly suggests that Ryan's stance on Homelander is about to undergo a profound shift. After initially agreeing to assist Butcher with his clandestine plans, only to find himself in another heated disagreement, Ryan finally confronts his father, Homelander. Their ensuing physical altercation culminates in a shocking revelation: while Homelander ultimately gains the upper hand, Ryan manages to accomplish a feat that only one other supe has achieved on-screen. Though Ryan may not yet possess the full might of his father, this singular accomplishment hints at a future where, with time and dedicated training, he could indeed rival Homelander's power. During the confrontation, Ryan's offensive against Homelander results in him landing several impactful blows, a remarkable achievement given the usual invulnerability of Homelander's supe peers. Most notably, Ryan manages to draw blood from Homelander by landing a punch to his nose. While this injury does not inflict any lasting damage, as Homelander's opponents typically struggle to land any meaningful hits or possess insufficient power to cause harm, it is an extraordinary testament to Ryan's burgeoning strength. Even seasoned fighters like Soldier Boy, Butcher, and Hughie have, at best, only managed to inflict minor bruises on Homelander. The fact that Ryan can even inflict a bloody nose, therefore, is a significant indicator of his potential. Moreover, considering Homelander's subsequent escalation of aggression towards Ryan following this event, the bloody nose likely leaves a profound impression on him, fueling his rage in a manner reminiscent of how he reacts when his invulnerability is challenged in other instances. While Ryan is not the first to demonstrate Homelander's vulnerability, the rarity of such occurrences ensures that both instances of Homelander bleeding are etched into the show's memorable moments. Beyond Ryan's astonishing display, the only other supe to have successfully drawn blood from Homelander on-screen is Queen Maeve. In their climactic battle at the conclusion of Season 3, Maeve also landed a punch to Homelander's face, resulting in a bloody nose. Maeve's triumphant expression clearly conveys her understanding of the rarity and significance of this accomplishment. Like Ryan, Maeve's advantage was short-lived, but her ability to hold her own against Homelander for an extended period solidified her status as one of the most formidable supes in the series. Following the events of Season 5, Episode 3, Ryan has now achieved a similar distinction. This shared accomplishment offers a glimmer of hope for the show's anti-heroes, suggesting that a combined effort might indeed prove capable of defeating Homelander, even if individual efforts fall short