Unraveling the Ending of Invincible Season 2 Episode 4

The conclusion of Invincible Season 2 Episode 4 completely changes Mark's life and gives him a daunting mission. In our analysis, we described this new episode as a shockingly intense and powerful moment in superhero television. Episode 4 raises the stakes and the suffering, and we have a feeling that things will only get worse from here.

Following the account of Nolan's journey of guilt and grief in space, the story continues immediately after the previous week's episode. Omni-Man reveals unsettling news to his son, dropping the bombshell that he has left his mother for a new lover from Thraxa, has fathered another child, and now needs Mark's help to protect his new brother and the entire planet from the impending conquest of the Viltrum empire.

Without delay, before Nolan can properly train Mark to defend against the Viltrumites, the same three soldiers who defeated Allen make a return, leading to chaos and destruction.

Spoilers for Invincible Season 2 Episode 4… obviously.

Invincible Season 2 Episode 4 ending breakdown

Thraxa and its people lay in ruins, but Mark and Omni-Man are able to defeat Thula and Vidor. As they believe the battle is won, Lucan suddenly appears and gravely injures Nolan before succumbing to his own wounds. Meanwhile, General Kregg orders Mark to complete Omni-Man's mission of subjugating Earth to the Viltrum empire.

Now, moving on from the events in Thraxa, let's address what happened to the other characters. Donald discovers footage of his own death and tests himself by stabbing, finding that he may be a robotic clone due to the unusual bending of the knife upon contact with his body.

Atom Eve found herself battling Killcanon after attempting to rest at Guardians HQ, leading to a dangerous situation where two innocent people were almost killed. The episode ends with her returning home to her parents.

Debbie's challenges persist into the midseason finale, but she finds solace in Art's reassurance that she is the strong one in her relationship with Nolan. She decides to forgo the royalties from Omni-Man's book sales and leaves the novels in a box on the front yard, signaling her desire to move on.

What happens to Mark and Omni-Man in Invincible Season 2 Episode 4?

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Mark is engaged in a battle with Lucan in the Caves of Roclaine, but he is quickly overpowered by the Viltrumite soldier. Just as Lucan is about to kill him, Omni-Man intervenes by impaling him against the cave wall and then finally with a boulder.

After their encounter, Mark and his father emerge from the caves to find the city in ruins and thousands of dead Thraxans. Nolan struggles to process his grief, conflicted by his Viltrumite beliefs that prioritize their own superiority above all else. Mark reminds him that what he is feeling is simply the empathy he should have had all along on Earth.

Nolan battles Vidor as Mark gets disciplined by Thula. His father urges him to fight without restraint, saying "Stop holding back... she’s trying to kill you. If you’re not trying to kill her, you’re going to die. Don’t think: act. You need to fight like a Viltrumite." He then draws blood moments later. Nolan easily defeats Vidor by crushing his head with a double punch. Mark hesitates and pays the price when Thula slices his stomach open. He calls for Nolan’s help, who swiftly and violently kills Thula by throwing her to the side and snapping her back with her hair, causing her mouth to rip apart upon collision with his elbow.

“Don’t worry, it’s done,” Nolan reassures Mark, but this time, it’s clear that Nolan didn’t go far enough. Lucan swoops in like a mortar strike, shattering Omni-Man’s back before collapsing on the ground beside him. “It’s finished,” he utters with his dying breath.

Fading in and out of consciousness, Mark watches as Lucan is stretchered away and his father is secured onto one himself. “Mark, remember... the good I’ve done, my actions, my books... read my books, Mark,” he implores before Mark loses consciousness once more.

When Mark wakes up, he sees an eye-patched Viltrumite standing over him. The Viltrumite, General Kregg, introduces himself and informs Mark that he is alive. Mark inquires about Nolan, but Kregg orders him to listen and not speak. When Mark tells Kregg to go away, Kregg punches him hard.

Kregg then tells Mark that he has proven himself in battle and that he will be returning to Earth to continue his father's mission. He warns Mark that he must prepare the planet for Viltrumite rule and threatens to kill millions if Mark fails. Kregg assures Mark that they will check on his progress and that they do not change their minds. Good luck, he tells him.

Mark will be following in his father's footsteps, being tasked with not only alerting Earth of its impending conquest, but also playing a role in the conquering. Watch Invincible Season 2 Episodes 1-4 on Prime Video and sign up for access here. Explore our additional coverage below.

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Editor's P/S

Invincible Season 2 Episode 4 was mind-blowing! The ending was so intense and shocking, I couldn't believe what was happening. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time, and I couldn't look away.

The fight scene between Mark and Lucan was brutal and bloody. I loved seeing Mark finally stand up to his father and fight back. It was clear that he was outmatched, but he didn't give up. He fought with all his strength, and he never backed down. In the end, he was defeated, but he proved that he was a true warrior.

Overall, I thought Invincible Season 2 Episode 4 was one of the best episodes of the series so far. It was full of action, suspense, and gore. The ending was shocking and unpredictable, and I can't wait to see what happens next.