Unmasking Angstrom Levy: The Enigmatic Villain Who Challenges Invincibility

Highlights

Angstrom Levy, a dimension-hopping genius, will be the headlining villain in Invincible season two, opening up new story directions.

The adaptation of Amazon Prime Video remains true to the source material, making slight alterations while keeping the essence intact.

Following a disfiguring injury, Levy shifts his original intent of using his knowledge-gathering abilities and instead seeks vengeance against Invincible. His plan now involves destroying both Invincible and the Earth.

Robert Kirkman's Invincible introduces a plethora of fascinating supervillains. In the debut season, viewers were captivated by the likes of Flaxans and Machine Head, providing enjoyable encounters. While Omni-Man overshadowed them, the entertainment they brought was undeniable. Season two's focal antagonist, Angstrom Levy, a brilliant individual capable of traversing dimensions, is bound to usher in new possibilities and expand the franchise's horizons.

The Amazon Prime Video adaptation of Invincible has admirably stayed true to its source material. Though minor alterations have been made by Robert Kirkman, the acclaimed writer of the comics and the creator of the series, the essence has remained intact. The explosive finale of the first season propelled fans to delve into the anticipated future events. With endless potential for unexpected twists, the series continues to hold excitement and intrigue.

Who is Angstrom Levy?

Angstrom Levy possesses an unexplained capability to open portals to different dimensions. This power grants him the ability to tap into various possibilities, acquire any knowledge, and gather the assistance of multiple versions of his allies and foes. Initially, Levy employs his power to gather wisdom from alternate versions of himself. He begins by alerting his counterparts in different dimensions to his existence. However, traveling between dimensions is highly perilous, as one never knows their destination before arriving. Many realities suffer under the grip of tyrannical dictators, are ravaged by hostile extraterrestrials, or face annihilation due to exploding stars. In an effort to alleviate these dangers, Levy endeavors to make dimensional travel more accessible.

To accomplish this, Levy reaches out to the Mauler Twins, experts in brain transfer and cloning technology. In exchange for their freedom from prison, he strikes a deal with them to create a machine capable of imprinting the minds of his alternate selves onto his own. Levy summons a team of alternate Maulers to assist him in this endeavor. The project nears completion when Mark "Invincible" Grayson unexpectedly interrupts the operation. Attempting to apprehend the Maulers, Invincible finds himself overwhelmed by their various versions. Witnessing the Maulers' intent to kill Invincible, Levy's inherent moral compass kicks in. He intervenes by causing the machine to malfunction and overload, resulting in an explosion that disfigures his face and inflicts severe damage to his internal organs. Surgeons rebuild Levy, replacing his failing limbs with technologically superior prosthetics. Unfortunately, the injuries also have a profound impact on his mental state, driving him to madness and redirecting his initial motivation towards revenge.

What does Angstrom Levy want?

Initially portrayed as noble, Levy's true desires were to aid humanity by exploring alternate universes. However, after being injured, his kindness and generosity diminished. Potentially influenced by memories of his alternate selves, Levy dedicated years to seeking vengeance against Mark. In pursuit of his goal, Levy ventured into a dimension where Invincible's true identity was known, gaining access to personal information which he used to hold Mark's family captive. Levy intended to wear down the hero before ultimately killing him, but when his initial plan failed and left him severely beaten in a desolate wasteland, he shifted to a more strategic approach.

Central to Levy's scheme is the recruitment of evil versions of Mark to tarnish his reputation and bring chaos to the world. Unleashing an army of malevolent Invincibles, who possess the amplified strength of Viltrumites, would pose a grave threat to Earth. Though Levy's intention is to frame the original Mark for these atrocities, the consequences of his actions could be far-reaching and catastrophic. Levy's descent into madness and thirst for revenge may trigger an apocalyptic event, with Mark potentially being held accountable.

Who will play Angstrom Levy?

Sterling K. Brown, an industry veteran of over 20 years, will be taking on the role of Angstrom Levy in season 2 of Invincible. Known for his award-winning performances in shows such as The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story and This is Us, Brown has also made his mark in the Amazon Prime Video series, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, with a recurring role in season 3. Superhero enthusiasts may recognize him from his portrayal of N'Jobu in Marvel's Black Panther. Additionally, Brown has lent his voice talent to films like The Angry Birds Movie 2 and Frozen 2. With his distinctive voice, he will undoubtedly complement the outstanding cast of the series.

Building on the current trend of exploring the multiverse in superhero projects, Angstrom Levy's character allows Invincible to tap into this engaging concept. In the comics, Levy even briefly transports Mark through the Marvel and DC universes. Fans can look forward to seeing how this expansive exploration of the show's universe will impact its character-driven storytelling. With Angstrom Levy joining the mix, the next season of Invincible holds limitless possibilities for exploring various realities.