Earth-Shattering Gen V Unveils Devastating New Threat to Homelander

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Gen V episode 6!

Summary

Marie Moreau, along with another Gen V character, possesses the capability to eliminate formidable individuals such as Homelander.

Cate's powers surpass their initial demonstration, encompassing mind control and the capacity to transfer individuals into her own consciousness.

Cate possesses the ability to eliminate Homelander either by manipulating him into taking his own life or trapping him within her mindscape, where he is powerless. Nonetheless, the utilization of her powers may diminish her chances of having a future on the show.

While Marie Moreau from Gen V has displayed the potential to eliminate Homelander, the spin-off has now revealed that she is not the sole superhuman capable of achieving this seemingly impossible task. The supes at Godolkin University are continuously pushing the boundaries of their abilities, as demonstrated by Gen V, indicating that each individual can grow more formidable and uncover new powers. In spite of this, two supes have already proven their capability of killing some of the most dominant supes in The Boys franchise, with Marie being one of them. However, another character from Gen V may find it even easier to accomplish this feat.

Gen V has arrived, bringing with it the highly-anticipated live-action spin-off of The Boys, currently in its first season. In this new generation, Marie Moreau takes the spotlight as a formidable blood-bender who has gained admission to the prestigious supe college, Godolkin University. Marie's extraordinary Gen V abilities enable her to manipulate blood within someone's body, making her capable of confronting any adversary. Theoretically, she could halt the flow of blood and effectively eliminate Homelander. However, Godolkin University also harbors an even more formidable supe student.

Cate's Powers Are Much Stronger Than Gen V Initially Showed

Cate's powers in Gen V episode 6 surpass her humble beginnings, particularly evident in her ability to manipulate minds through physical contact. However, an unexpected turn of events reveals that her powers extend far beyond this. In the episode, Cate unintentionally transports four students into her own mind, resulting in Dusty's demise at the hands of a fictional construct. Initially, the gang remains oblivious to their mental entrapment, leading them to question the boundaries of reality. Remarkably, this only scratches the surface of Cate's true potential.

As Gen V episode 6 unfolds, Cate's powers continue to intensify, unveiling a deeper understanding of her abilities. While within Cate's mind, the Gang encounters a memory featuring Dean Shetty's visit to Cate. During this encounter, Shetty provides Cate with Vought pills that suppress the inner voices she hears. This revelation implies that the medication is suppressing Cate's powers, suggesting that her current abilities in Gen V represent a diluted version of her true strength. If her ability to transport people into her mind is considered a reduced manifestation, one can't help but fear the expanse of her full potential.

How Cate Could Kill Homelander In The Boys

Cate possesses numerous methods to easily eliminate Homelander in The Boys. The most evident approach would involve manipulating Homelander into taking his own life. Cate possesses an uncanny ability to manipulate individuals, so a simple touch followed by commanding Homelander to end his own existence would render him powerless. Alternatively, she could effortlessly achieve this objective by commanding him to die, prompting Homelander to instantly drop dead as if compelled to slumber. However, there exist alternative means to neutralize Homelander.

Another viable option would entail trapping Homelander within the depths of Cate's own psyche. Although it remains unclear whether Cate possesses control over the individuals transported into her mindscape, if she can master this ability at will, Homelander would face inevitable defeat. Episode 6 conclusively established that superheroes are unable to wield their powers while immersed within Cate's mental realm. Consequently, any fictional superheroes conceived within her mindscape, including figures like Golden Boy or Soldier Boy, could effortlessly terminate Homelander, while the genuine supes slumber in the real world.

Cate's Powers Make Her Future After Gen V Much Less Likely

Although Cate appears incredibly strong, her newfound powers greatly diminish the likelihood of her future after Gen V. In The Boys universe, Cate's abilities have the potential to disrupt the entire story, leading to Butcher and Homelander's desperate attempt to control her. This narrative dilemma, combined with Cate's betrayal and subsequent redemption in Gen V, suggests that the show may conclude with Cate being incapacitated, thus eliminating the threat of her powers in the future. While Cate is undoubtedly a compelling character, it appears challenging for Gen V to seamlessly integrate her into The Boys universe. Don't forget to catch the latest episodes of Gen V, which premiere on Amazon Prime Video every Friday.