Megamind's backstory got a significant update in his new projects. The stories in Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate and Megamind Rules! continued his journey as Metro City's new hero and delved deeper into his background. While the original movie did a good job introducing the main character, the new projects expanded on Megamind's history. Peacock's latest Megamind film and show feature a different voice cast from the original, showing their willingness to make bold changes. These changes directly impact the character, providing fresh updates to Megamind's origin story.
Megamind Had A Traumatic Experience While Growing Up In Prison With Chum
The sequels delve deeper into Megamind's childhood and his relationships with other villains. In the first movie, the focus was mainly on his rivalry with Metro Man, leaving little room to explore his connections with other villains. However, Megamind's new show and movie provide more opportunities to expand on his story. By updating his backstory, the audience gains a better understanding of his personality and quirks, while also setting up mysteries for future storylines to unravel.
Megamind's Fear Of Cockroaches Stems From Childhood Trauma In Prison
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In the original Megamind movie, we learn a bit about the main character's childhood. However, Megamind Rules! goes deeper into this backstory. In episode 3, Megamind decides to lock himself in a safe room to avoid cockroaches. He sends Chum and Keiko to deal with the infestation. Unfortunately, Chum accidentally sprays a cockroach with a superintelligence spray, allowing it to enter Megamind's room and bother him. This cockroach, named Rochelle, starts questioning Megamind, who confesses that his fear of cockroaches goes way back to a traumatic childhood experience. He recalls a group of cockroaches feasting on his face while he was in prison.
The episode does not mention if Megamind suffered any physical harm from the incident, but it definitely left a lasting impact on him. Throughout the episode, Megamind tries to avoid the cockroaches at all costs due to his intense fear of them. It's quite surprising that someone who has faced many powerful heroes and villains is terrified of cockroaches. However, it actually makes sense considering Megamind's unique character. Despite being a non-traditional hero, his fear of cockroaches adds an interesting layer to his personality. In the end, with the help of Keiko and Chum, Megamind is able to overcome his fear and save the day.
Megamind Also Founded The Doom Syndicate
Megamind Led The Doom Syndicate Before Becoming A Hero
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Before Megamind became the defender of Metro City, he actually founded a supervillain team called The Doom Syndicate. Although these villains were not featured in the first Megamind movie, they became the main antagonists in Megamind 2. In the sequel, it is revealed that Megamind had The Doom Syndicate waiting in prison for a signal to break out. When Megamind receives the key to the city for his heroism, The Doom Syndicate sees this as their cue to escape and join forces with him. This twist is unexpected, considering that Megamind has always been portrayed as a lone wolf in the franchise.
Megamind had a mentor who later becomes the franchise's next big villain.
Machiavillain Was Megamind's Mentor Who Has Taken Over The Doom Syndicate
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Megamind, despite his flaws, has always been seen as a capable villain. This makes it more believable when it is revealed that he had a mentor. In the eyes of Metro City, Megamind was a formidable foe who they believed had killed Metro Man. However, the movie Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate shows that his villainous skills were not developed on his own, as Machiavillain is revealed to be his mentor. This sets up Machiavillain as a new adversary for Megamind in the TV series.
The addition of a mentor to Megamind's backstory brings a new dimension to the franchise. Watching Megamind transition from villain to hero, and eventually facing off against his former allies and mentor, adds depth to his character. While Megamind Rules! and Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate had to make some changes to the character, the decision to delve deeply into his backstory was a surprising yet welcome development.
Megamind Rules! and Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate are currently available to stream on Peacock.
Editor's P/S:
The article's detailed exploration of Megamind's backstory is compelling, providing a richer understanding of his character. The new projects delving deeper into his childhood and relationships, particularly his fear of cockroaches and his founding of the Doom Syndicate, add depth and complexity to his persona. The introduction of Machiavillain as his mentor further enhances the franchise's narrative, setting up a captivating dynamic between Megamind and his former allies.
These updates to Megamind's history demonstrate the creators' commitment to expanding the franchise while preserving the original character's essence. By addressing unexplored aspects of his past, they have created a more relatable and engaging protagonist, setting the stage for future storylines that promise to continue developing Megamind's character arc.
