Gen V Episode 7: Season Finale's Shocking Deaths Bring Unforeseen Changes
Gen V Episode 7's Shocking Deaths Bring Unforeseen Twists to Season 1's Finale, Leaving Viewers Intrigued Brace Yourself for New Villainous Forces Emerging!
Warning: spoilers ahead for Gen V episode 7.
Summary
The deaths of Shetty and Cardosa in Season 1 of Gen V present captivating possibilities for the finale's narrative and pave the way for potential new antagonists in upcoming seasons.
With the absence of Shetty and Cardosa, the heroes are afforded a relatively simpler task of shutting down the testing lab, which may reduce the level of suspense and tension in the season finale.
To make up for the unpredictable outcome, the season 1 finale of Gen V might feature a significant twist, such as an unexpected antagonist, a shocking revelation, or a crossover with The Boys. Given the occurrence of two major character deaths in Gen V episode 7, the previously made predictions for the upcoming finale will require complete reevaluation. Throughout its inaugural eight-episode season, Gen V depicts the journey of a group of super-powered college students as they uncover a malevolent conspiracy lurking beneath the lecture halls and squalid dormitories. Dean Shetty and Dr. Cardosa serve as the two central figures orchestrating this conspiracy. Under Shetty's instruction, Cardosa has conducted experiments on young subjects in order to develop a virus capable of controlling or potentially eliminating Vought's prized superheroes.
The finale of Gen V season 1 was expected to be a showdown between the main heroes, led by Marie Moreau (played by Jaz Sinclair), and the two individuals responsible for the Woods - Dean Shetty and Dr. Cardosa. However, episode 7 of Gen V, titled "Sick," defies this assumption. It discards the prediction just like Andre's "friend-of-the-year" t-shirt and the remnants of Rufus' urethra. In the penultimate episode, Cate utilizes her mind-control abilities to compel Shetty into taking her own life. Additionally, the episode concludes with Victoria Neuman subjecting Dr. Cardosa to her trademark head-popping treatment.
Shetty & Cardosa Both Dying Makes Gen V Season 1's Finale Story More Intriguing
With the deaths of Dean Shetty and Dr. Cardosa, Gen V is left without a main antagonist for the final episode of season 1. This opens up numerous possibilities for how the spinoff's story will conclude. The Woods now lacks both its primary scientist and overall controller, making the facility ineffective. Without Shetty and Cardosa in charge, the heroes of Gen V should have a relatively easy time shutting down the secret testing lab for good. Interestingly, this leaves little suspense for the finale of Gen V season 1.
Rescuing the prisoners in the Woods will not take Marie Moreau and her super-powered friends an entire episode, let alone a climactic ending to the whole season. The deaths of two major characters in episode 7 suggest that a significant twist is on the horizon for the season 1 finale. Whether this comes in the form of a surprising villain, a shocking revelation, or a completely new storyline is yet to be seen.
Who Could Replace Shetty & Cardosa As Gen V's Villains?
Gen V has the potential to replace Shetty's threat entirely with the formidable power of Vought. As Ashley Barrett desperately tries to conceal any evidence of the Woods' existence, the situation could escalate dramatically in the finale of Gen V. Marie's disclosure to Victoria Neuman about Shetty's virus might even attract the involvement of the US military, resulting in a major showdown at Godolkin University. To create an action-packed finale, Gen V season 1 could intersect with The Boys, bringing Marie's group face-to-face with Butcher's in their pursuit of Cardosa's dangerous super virus. The events that unfold must be sufficiently dramatic to fill the significant void left by Shetty and Cardosa.
The Boys' college-set spinoff, whether in Gen V season 1's finale or the recently confirmed season 2 by Amazon, will introduce new adversaries to replace Dean Shetty and Dr. Cardosa. Just like Brink and Shetty before them, each season of Gen V may draw inspiration from Hogwarts, as new professors joining Godolkin University in season 2 and onwards will become the primary threat of that particular season. On the other hand, the seventh episode of Gen V may have already unveiled the next major villains appearing in the spinoff.
By ruthlessly taking Shetty's life, Cate has exposed herself as a potential adversary in the future. Throughout the progression of Gen V, the psychic has surpassed initial expectations, demonstrating heightened capabilities. Eliminating her former controller grants Cate the opportunity to delve into the realm of arch-villainy. Furthermore, Sam Riordan, the brother of Golden Boy, might join Cate as one of the forthcoming villains in Gen V. Following an encounter with a faction of Homelander supporters, Sam appears to have adopted their "superior super" ideology, a philosophy that Cate also appears to admire after her murderous act against Shetty. Together, Cate and Sam possess the potential to become the next generation of supervillains in Gen V's second season.
