Behind the Virus: Eric Kripke and Michele Fazekas Spill the Beans
If you thought Vought International had hit its peak of diabolical scheming, think again. The newest plot twist in Prime Video’s ‘Gen V’ points toward a seismic shift for the universe of ‘The Boys.’ The masterminds behind both shows, Eric Kripke and Michele Fazekas, opened up about how this ground-breaking revelation sets the stage for the forthcoming season of ‘The Boys.’
Eric Kripke: “I don’t think it’s a spoiler to say that, by the end of season 1 of Gen V, there’s a handoff to season 4 of The Boys. Then whenever we break season 4 of The Boys, there will be a handoff to the hopeful season 2 of Gen V.”
Michele Fazekas: “Also, it can’t get too complicated. You should be able to watch Gen V and not watch The Boys. You can watch The Boys and not watch Gen V. But [the shows] talking to each other and being consistent is always important.”
The tightrope that Kripke and Fazekas walk is delicate but paramount; the shared elements of both universes shouldn’t bewilder viewers who tune into one show and not the other.
“The Woods”: The Crucible of Vought’s New Game-Changer
Episode 6 of ‘Gen V,’ fittingly named “Jumanji,” finally lifts the veil on a mysterious research facility known as “The Woods.” Dr. Edison Cardosa, a shadowy scientist, is revealed to be working on a Supe virus that only affects those who have undergone Vought’s Compound V treatments. A request from Shelley Conn’s Dean Shetty adds another twist; she wants the virus to be contagious.
Power Dynamics: The Boys’ Vought International Faces a New Dilemma
Vought International has always been more of a puppet master than a mere corporate giant. The Supes, including Antony Starr’s Homelander, have started pulling their own strings lately, often causing Vought International to dance to their tune. Especially after the exit of Giancarlo Esposito’s Stan Edgar, Ashley Barrett, his successor, appears to be struggling to maintain control.
However, this contagious Supe virus could be Vought’s ace in the hole. Not only would it hold Supes like Homelander at bay, but it would also give the corporation leverage to force Supes back under their influence, possibly with a cure or vaccine as bait.
“With The Boys never shy about using real life political and cultural events and figures as potential fodder for their own razor-sharp social commentary, it is also possible that the outbreak of this new Supe virus could draw parallels from the recent COVID-19 pandemic and its own global response.”
The Implications for Supes Going Rogue
Characters like Erin Moriarty‘s Starlight, who have deviated from Vought’s master plan, are also at serious risk. The emergence of a fatal virus presents a deadly ultimatum: align with Vought or face the consequences.
Connecting the Dots: How Gen V and The Boys Will Collide
According to Kripke, the finale of ‘Gen V‘ season 1 will smoothly transition into the fourth season of ‘The Boys,’ with subsequent handoffs planned for future seasons. How the Supe virus plays into this interconnected story landscape will be the compelling cliffhanger driving viewer interest. One thing’s for sure, though; the stakes have never been higher for both universes.
So brace yourselves, fans. ‘Gen V’ and ‘The Boys’ are about to venture into uncharted territory. It’s a new world, and in this world, everyone’s expendable.
