6 The Boys Theories After Gen V S2 That Would Completely Change S5

Be warned, this article reveals major spoilers for Gen V season 2, episode 8, “Trojan.” With The Boys confirmed to end after its fifth season, fans are eagerly anticipating the next installment. Gen V season 2 has already significantly impacted the storyline of The Boys, and it appears season 2 will be even more important, particularly if some popular fan theories prove correct.

Viewers have mixed feelings about how season 2 of Gen V ended, but everyone agrees it will significantly impact season 5 of The Boys. With A-Train back and the Gen V students – Marie, Jordan, Cate, Emma, Sam, and Annabeth – joining Starlight’s team, it looks like the show is building towards its largest story arc so far, expected in 2026.

The recent spinoff series hinted that Marie might be crucial in the fight against Homelander in The Boys, and it also set up possibilities for characters to return or switch sides, potentially shaking up season 5. If these ideas pan out, the show’s ending promises to be unforgettable, deeply moving, and as wild as fans expect.

6. Queen Maeve Will Be A Crucial Part Of The Resistance

Although Queen Maeve hasn’t been a major character since the end of season 3, recent events in Gen V season 2 suggest she might return in The Boys season 5. When Starlight hinted at collaborating with secret partners in Gen V, fans began to wonder who they were, especially since Homelander had captured most of The Boys.

Now that A-Train has been confirmed as helping the resistance, Maeve seems likely to join them too. Even though she lost her powers in a fight with Soldier Boy, her knowledge of Vought – and especially Homelander – would make her a huge asset.

Maeve’s skills and experience would be a huge asset in defeating the main villain. Because everyone thinks she’s dead, she could secretly lead the resistance, giving them a powerful, hidden advantage.

If Maeve regained her powers, she’d be a serious threat to Homelander and his forces. Even without them, her intelligence and courage would give the heroes a valuable and surprising edge in the upcoming fifth season of The Boys.

5. Stacey Ferrera Will Kill An Important Supe

When Stacey Ferrara appeared in the early episodes of Gen V season 2, viewers expected her special ability to become important later on, but it didn’t. She initially took over for Ashley Barrett after Barrett took Compound V, but Stacey disappeared after the third episode.

TV Line reports that Michael Fazekas, the showrunner for Gen V, said Stacey’s character wasn’t featured further because the actress wasn’t available. This meant the character’s storyline felt incomplete. However, The Boys could fix this in its fifth season by finally showcasing Stacey’s powers.

Although it seems unexpected to introduce Stacey into The Boys, she’s definitely part of the story for a reason. The idea of her using a fatal sting that kills both her and whoever she attacks is a compelling possibility, meaning a powerful superpowered individual could potentially be eliminated by her ability.

It looks likely that she’ll cause a significant death, whether she joins Vought and clashes with a student from Gen V, or targets one of Homelander’s followers. This event could have a huge impact on the story of season 5.

4. Cate Will Manipulate The Audience Into Believing A Huge Twist

A really interesting idea came up after season 2 of Gen V: could Cate be secretly controlling viewers with her powers? For most of the season, Cate didn’t have her abilities, but Marie restored them with a condition: Cate promised not to use them on people she cares about. However, that promise might not extend to the audience watching the show.

Season 5 of The Boys might pull off a shocking twist: a seemingly devastating episode where many key characters die and Homelander triumphs. However, it could later be revealed that everything viewers witnessed was an illusion created by Cate’s mind control.

It’s hard to say why they’d do this, and it wouldn’t need to signal a truly grim outcome. However, it would be an incredibly clever twist if The Boys led viewers to expect a dark ending – after all the tension built up – only to reveal it was all a misdirection.

While season 5 still needs to have impactful character deaths, this plot twist shouldn’t be an easy way out. The idea that fans are shocked and upset by the story’s direction, only to discover it’s all been Cate’s plan, could dramatically change everything in the final season.

3. Stan Edgar Will Become The Mastermind Behind Starlight’s Resistance

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Stan Edgar’s appearance in season 2 of Gen V was important for setting up the finale, but his plans didn’t quite work out. He offered Marie and the other main characters protection, hoping to collaborate with the show’s hero once he regained control of Vought. This might even require him to side with the resistance to achieve his goals.

Although Stan Edgar’s appearance in Gen V season 2 wasn’t what everyone anticipated, it established connections with several members of the resistance. He’s also worked with The Boys in the past, despite his reservations. Since Butcher isn’t part of the current situation, it’s likely Edgar will share his expertise with the team, and might even take charge of their operation.

If Starlight, A-Train, the young supes from Gen V, and others who oppose Homelander work together, they have a real chance of defeating the show’s main villains. This would give Stan Edgar what he’s been aiming for: regaining control of Vought International and protecting his granddaughter. It’s the most probable strategy he’ll pursue in season 5 of The Boys.

2. Homelander Betraying Sage Will Begin His Downfall

Now that season 2 of Gen V has revealed Sister Sage was secretly collaborating with Thomas Godolkin, we can expect a showdown between them in season 5. In the The Boys spin-off, Sage let her feelings influence her decisions, which allowed Godolkin to act on his own—something she didn’t foresee, despite normally being able to predict how events will unfold.

Homelander is sure to be upset by this unexpected turn of events, which will likely make him distrust Sage. It’s unclear if he’ll secretly plan against her or immediately try to eliminate her, but unless Sage can prove her value to him, their relationship is heading for conflict.

While it might seem like removing one potential traitor simplifies things for Homelander, he’s actually losing the person who keeps him grounded. This will likely cause him to become increasingly reckless and unpredictable throughout season 5, ultimately leading to his downfall.

1. Kimiko, Frenchie & MM Will All Die In The Same Episode

One of the most upsetting fan theories about The Boys season 5 is that Frenchie, Kimiko, and Mother’s Milk will all die in the same episode. These characters have been central to the show since the beginning and are the emotional core of the team. However, with the showrunner, Eric Kripke, hinting at significant character deaths in the final season, their chances of surviving don’t seem good.

Titles for the episodes of The Boys season 5 haven’t been officially announced, but the Writers Guild of America has posted a list, and one episode is reportedly titled “The Frenchman, the Female, and the Man Called Mother’s Milk.”

The episode’s title is a pretty big hint, and since it’s supposedly near the end of the series, we might lose three of our favorite characters all at once. While it would be a heartbreaking conclusion to their journeys, the overall tone of season 5 suggests it’s a very real possibility.

Since Gen V season 2 is setting up Marie and her friends to lead the story going forward, many believe we might see some of the original characters from The Boys retire after season 5. Though it would be sad to say goodbye to these beloved characters, if this theory is correct, they’ll likely have a significant and memorable exit.

2025-10-28 01:41