The first episode of Invincible came with a shocking twist: Omni-Man brutally murdered the Guardians of the Globe. It was a gruesome and unexpected scene that raised many questions about his motives.
Omni-Man, who was made to look like a loving father and protector of Earth, suddenly showed a darker side. This article goes deep into why he did what he did, the implications of those actions, and how they define the story of Invincible.
Understanding Omni-Man: A Complex Character
At the start, Omni-Man is Nolan Grayson, a strong superhuman and father to Mark Grayson, Invincible. As a Viltrumite, he is granted immense strength, speed, and endurance. However, below that superficial hero lies an ulterior motive deeply rooted in his alien ethnicity.
To understand why Omni-Man killed the Guardians, we will be looking into his background first, including his goals for the Viltrumite Empire.
Why Did Omni Man Kill the Guardians?
Omni-Man, a Viltrumite masquerading as a superhero, killed the Guardians of the Globe to pave the way for the Viltrumite invasion of Earth. He did this because of his loyalty to his species, who consider themselves superior to all life in the universe.
By killing the Guardians, Omni-Man removed a big obstacle to the Viltrumite invasion and paved the way for their domination of Earth. Besides, he wanted his son, Mark Grayson, to be well-trained in the way of the Viltrumites.
This is the main reason he has killed the Guardians-to save his son and also the future of the Viltrumites. He is eventually confronted with his son Mark, who decides he will have nothing to do with his father’s philosophy but instead vows to protect human beings.
Why Did Omni-Man See the Guardians as a Threat?
The Guardians of the Globe were Earth’s most powerful defenders, rivaling DC’s Justice League in their strength and abilities. As long as they existed, Omni-Man’s mission to subdue Earth would face significant resistance.
1. Eliminating Obstacles
For Omni-Man, the Guardians represented a direct threat to Viltrumite plans. By killing them, he ensured there would be no united force strong enough to stop him or the Viltrumites.
2. Proving Loyalty to Viltrum
The actions of Omni-Man showed his loyalty to the Viltrumite cause. As a Viltrumite warrior, loyalty to the empire supersedes personal relationships or moral considerations.
3. Seizing Control of Earth
With the Guardians gone, Omni-Man could assume the role of Earth’s only protector and, as such, easily manipulate humanity into submission.
Fan Reactions and Story Impact
That moment of the Guardians being murdered really defined Invincible for what it was, showing the real tone of the series and the morally ambiguous character known as Omni-Man.
That scene was so brutal it had fans debating if the justification behind it was right.
1. Establishing Stakes
The scene highlighted the stakes of the story, showing that no character was safe and that the series would not shy away from difficult themes.
2. Foreshadowing Mark’s Journey
Omni-Man’s actions foreshadow the challenges Mark will face as he grapples with his own Viltrumite heritage and the conflict between his father’s ideology and his human values.
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