Invincible Season 4: Mark vs. Satan?

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⚠️ Caution: This write-up unveils significant plot points from the Season 3 finale of “Invincible,” available on Amazon Prime Video, and also hints at lesser revelations from the original Invincible comic series.

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Invincible can’t catch a break.

Following the devastating Invincible War, during which Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun) clashed with malevolent counterparts from alternate realms, wreaking havoc on Earth, now enters Conquest: a seasoned, battle-tested Viltrumite prepared to engage in combat.

In the Season 3 finale, Conquest makes his appearance because Mark failed to ready Earth for a Viltrumite invasion, leading him to face the consequences. The ensuing conflict is as brutal and violent as the Invincible versus Omni-Man battle at the end of Season 1. Conquest is one of the most formidable and deranged villains in the “Invincible” universe — and it’s exciting because it brings together actors from “The Walking Dead,” with Steven Yeun, who portrayed Glenn, battling against Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who voiced Conquest and famously bashed Glenn’s head in with a bat. Let the second round begin!

Mark and Conquest demolish structures, fracture bones, and maim bystanders as they violently fight each other over vast distances across the globe. In a nod to the notorious train scene from Chicago’s first season, Conquest seizes Mark by the throat and hurls him through a bustling beach full of innocent people, causing body parts to scatter. After emerging from her coma with a state-of-the-art prosthetic leg, Eve (Gillian Jacobs) and Oliver (Christian Convery) enter the fray but struggle to make an impact against Conquest. The Viltrumite knocks out Oliver’s teeth and nearly tears him apart, but Eve manages to temporarily halt the onslaught using her powers of light construction. However, Conquest quickly regains the upper hand, tearing away Eve’s jaw and piercing a hole through her abdomen in just a few swift moments.

In a fit of anger, Mark throws an incredibly powerful punch that fractures both their hands. Conquest retaliates by choking Mark while giving a menacing speech, but then Eve miraculously reappears, emitting a brilliant light and firing a devastating energy beam at the villain. Stunned, Conquest is left vulnerable, allowing Mark to seize control and deliver a headbutt that shatters his skull, reducing it to mush. However, one can’t help but wonder if Conquest has truly met his end.

Once Mark has fully recovered, he instructs Cecil Stedman (Walton Goggins) to cremate Conquest’s remains and vows to retaliate against anyone who endangers his family in the future. However, Cecil harbors different intentions and covertly stores Conquest’s body in a hidden underground lab for future study, hoping to gain insights about the Viltrum Empire upon his revival.

In the closing scenes of the episode, it becomes clear that the parasitic aliens known as Sequids continue to lurk within the city’s sewers, the fierce Battle Beast is alive somewhere in outer space, and Angstrom Levy (played by Sterling K. Brown) has survived the Invincible War. Following the end of the credits, there’s a scene where the banished demon detective Damien Darkblood (portrayed by Clancy Brown), who was sent to hell during Season 1, resurfaces and converses with an ominous devil (voiced by Bruce Campbell) about the possibility of summoning a potent “surface dweller” to the underworld. Could Mark’s fate in Season 4 involve a descent into hell?

As a devoted fan, I’m always thrilled to delve into insights shared by Robert Kirkman himself, particularly about the intriguing Conquest fight and the tantalizing possibility that the Darkblood scene hints at an untouched comic storyline. Furthermore, I eagerly await updates on when Season 4 of “Invincible,” proudly produced by Skybound Entertainment, will grace our screens.

Is this intense confrontation between Mark and Conquest reminiscent of the epic struggle from Season 1 in Chicago? Were you intentionally aiming to surpass it?

Without a doubt, that scene was a pivotal moment, often referred to as the “Monaco Sequence.” In it, Conquest mercilessly torments Mark across the beach and city. Our intention was to enhance the subway sequence, taking things to a new level. As I crafted this episode, I kept in mind that the Nolan fight had set a high standard for the series, and I aimed to raise the bar as much as possible. We were also striving to introduce a fresh twist to the series. Conquest is a far more ruthless Viltrumite than Nolan. The Monaco sequence served as a tribute to the Nolan fight. With the consecutive episodes of the Invincible War and Conquest, we sought to convey to the audience, “Prepare for what’s coming next. This isn’t what you expected, right?” Essentially, our goal was to escalate the stakes as much as feasible.

From hereon, it seems like we’re witnessing a significant shift in Mark’s life. He expresses a strong resolve, vowing to protect his loved ones vigorously, going so far as to use force against any potential threats.

This character deeply regretted what he perceived as the murder of Angstrom Levy, feeling it mirrored his father’s actions. He struggled with this realization throughout Season 3, becoming increasingly aware that if he had indeed committed the act, it could have spared much pain. However, he is certain he killed Conquest instead. This demonstrates his growth as a character. I find one of the intriguing aspects of this series is that Mark, who is young, was initially seen as wrong by some viewers at the start of Season 3. Yes, he can be wrong, and that’s acceptable. I appreciate the concept of a lead character who makes mistakes, which many try to avoid in storytelling. By showcasing Mark’s innocence, we see his development and growth from season to season.

As a film enthusiast, when I was deciding on who to cast as Conquest, I deliberately considered Jeffrey Dean Morgan, knowing the potential of a “Walking Dead” reunion between him and Steven Yeun. It’s a thrill to see how Glenn ultimately gets his long-awaited revenge against Negan!

In my creative endeavors, I constantly strive to cast familiar faces I admire and enjoy collaborating with. When Jeffrey Dean Morgan began appearing on “The Boys,” I couldn’t let Eric Kripke have all the fun. Eventually, I thought, “When we bring Conquest to life, Jeffrey would be ideal for the role.” I didn’t hesitate due to the meta aspect, like, “Here’s the rematch between Glenn and Negan, and now Glenn gets his victory.” It felt fun and intriguing. However, you might worry about such elements detracting from the show, but once you’re engrossed in it, such thoughts often don’t cross your mind. I don’t believe it spoils the episode, but I think it adds an extra layer of tension and brings a sense of justice for longtime “Walking Dead” fans.

During the previous episode, there was an intentional “Breaking Bad” reunion featuring Aaron Paul as Powerplex and Jonathan Banks as Brit. Was this a planned occurrence?

It’s amusing because we never considered that Aaron Paul and Jonathan Banks, who we thought were ideal for Powerplex and Brit respectively, would share scenes together. It didn’t cross our minds that we were setting up a ‘Breaking Bad’ reunion! We always aim to cast the most suitable actor for each role, and sometimes serendipitous moments like this take place. As a fan, I can only hope for a ‘The Wire’ reunion in future seasons of ‘Invincible.’

Is Conquest more unsettling than his comic book counterpart, particularly the scene where he blows a heart-shaped bubble at Mark in space? Did you intend to further develop his character beyond the comics, and will we delve deeper into his background on the show?

Whenever I craft an episode, I consistently revisit the comic and brainstorm ways to enhance its intrigue. As the author, I sense an added burden of responsibility. If I’m reiterating something already written, I aim to make it captivating for myself and potentially enriching for the viewers. My intention was to make Conquest as peculiar and engaging as possible, given my affection for this character. He’s a delight to pen, and his appearances in the comic were rather limited. When characters gain popularity at Marvel or DC, they often reintroduce them numerous times until their appeal wanes. By striving to create “Invincible” as a series that honors traditional superhero storytelling while simultaneously defying stereotypes, we’ve completed Conquest’s narrative arc. There remains much unexplored territory that I eagerly look forward to developing further. As a result, you can expect more Conquest-centric content in the show.

Wondering what the hint in the Damien Darkblood post-credit scene is all about? Given that we last saw him during Season 1 and his appearances were limited in the comics, could you enlighten us on how the decision was made to reintroduce this character?

In the comics, Damian Darkblood never made a trip to hell. He was an unforgettable character who captured our hearts from the start. Clancy Brown’s portrayal of him was nothing short of brilliant. We’ve always been eager to find a way to bring Darkblood back into the series, and now – I almost hate to say it because I don’t want to spoil anything – there’s a potential plotline that could make this happen. Every superhero tale includes a chapter where they journey to hell and confront the devil. This is common in DC and Marvel comics, and it carries great significance. In “Invincible,” however, this particular story arc never materialized due to constant distractions and timing issues. So, there’s a strong possibility that we might explore something similar in the show, and that final scene of that episode could be hinting at just that. On top of all this excitement, we were fortunate enough to collaborate with Bruce Campbell on the project, which was simply amazing!

In the scene, Bruce Campbell is referred to as “Demon,” implying a dark, almost diabolical figure associated with Darkblood. However, it’s unclear if he’s portraying Satan himself.

Could be the devil. Could be. We’ll just have to see. Maybe I shouldn’t have spoiled that.

In our conversation following the Season 2 finale, I inquired if you’d secured a voice actor for either Conquest or Thragg by then, to which you replied affirmatively about one of them. Since we now have Conquest cast, does this suggest that Thragg will appear in Season 4?

As a movie enthusiast, it’d undeniably feel odd if he wasn’t featured in the series. To be honest, I can’t help but feel a tad anxious about it. However, let me clarify my thoughts: He’s been selected for the role and he’s absolutely fantastic!

Did Season 3 come out only about a year since the end of Season 2’s final episode? Will we see another season within that similar time frame?

I’m going to give a general idea about the timeline, not specifying the exact month or quarter. It’s up to Amazon’s team to decide the best release strategy for our show, and they’ve been very supportive, allowing us to work ahead. This support is why we’re able to bring you the show as quickly as we are. I appreciate everything they’ve done, and they seem to have a knack for choosing effective release windows. We aim to maintain the rhythm we established with Seasons 2 and 3, so expect Season 4 in 2026.

This interview has been edited and condensed.

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2025-03-14 03:18