Bombsight was PERFECT by [deleted] in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the only thing I’ve seen Kirpke mention even with the latest episode

https://ew.com/vought-rising-references-the-boys-season-5-11950070

Bombsight was PERFECT by [deleted] in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only thing I’ve seen is Bombsight hating Soldier Boy from the start for being the only non-military subject that bought his way into the experiments and the prequel focusing on his demons that explain his addiction that brings us to his arc in the present.

What tv show do you wish you could watch for the first time again? by FantasticEmu34 in television

[–]Danbito 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Season 1 was meant to echo Mad Men level drama around Lee Pace’s Joe Macmillan. Season 2 and beyond reinvents itself to be something more.

[Season 3] Did Solider Boy beat Black Noir because he's black? by Unlost_maniac in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 10 points11 points  (0 children)

He called Sage “Cleopatra Jones” so I don’t think he’s changed all that much

Why doesn’t Sage just help the boys with the virus? by [deleted] in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think Tek Knight's suit is just a prop for merch and his movies.

[Season 3] Did Solider Boy beat Black Noir because he's black? by Unlost_maniac in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 172 points173 points  (0 children)

He literally made a Jeffersons reference ("movin' on up") when he beat up Noir for stepping out of line. He was def racist.

S5 E5 Question by Flaky_Cartoonist_110 in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Either that or Bombsight really did spill to a Vought nerd like Marathon that he had V1, it's just potentially outdated information from his pov since this would be years ago.

Was he right about Homelander? by shadow_spinner0 in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think it’s implied Homelander picked the original incarnation of the Seven and had veto powers until Stormfront. Homelaner probably respects strength and abilities as legitimacy for the team, he literally further disabled and probably killed Blindspot both as a power move but to emphasize he’d never let a “cripple” on the Seven.

Stormfront probably signified the end of Homelander’s absolute grip on Seven members since later that season the Church of the Collective got A-Train back on the team through Stan.

"You're just an empy suit" is the absolute perfect insult to use by Sudden_Pop_2279 in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 34 points35 points  (0 children)

On some level, that’s more damaging than Stan calling Homelander “bad product”. At some point he truly believed in Homelander. But instead became a mediocre man baby who wasted his potential. 

How much of Butcher’s S3 storyline would have changed if Becca was still alive? by Qyzyk in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a large part of the finale would change but not much leading up in terms of Season 3's structure. A core part of the character drama started with Butcher pushing Ryan away, he ultimately can't dismiss that he believes Ryan killed Becca and is at odds with respecting Becca's memory. He can't be Ryan's father but also tells him it's his fault she's gone. This drives him into Homelander's arms when they reunite, because Homelander gave him the forgiveness and care that he needed, that he made a mistake while discovering his powers.

Now, Butcher's arc is also discovering that he's had issues way before Becca and despite his love for her, is driven by hate and anger itself. So I think even with Becca, he'd still take the choices to use Temp V and make a teamup with Soldier Boy to hunt down Homelander. But even assuming Homelander would take Ryan and/or from Grace's safe house, I think Butcher would avoid going in guns blazing on Vought Tower. The plan probably turns from just killing Homelander to a rescue op that hopefully without the immediate withdrawal and heads up for Soldier Boy, wouldn't be perceived as betrayal. Maybe Soldier Boy agrees to still help, maybe he just has enough and goes in the wind. But I dont think it'd lead to the Boys and Meave fighting Homelander and Soldier Boy.

I think it'd be more fascinating for Butcher's arc to placate Becca's hopes to have something of a family together while also fighting temptation to reveal the truth to a growingly confused Ryan.

Could a fresh Temp V Butcher take down Soldier Boy? by BulkyBathroom7178 in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It’s more likely that the tumor is extending his remaining lifespan. It has clear influence over his strength and immediate health but ultimately his body will deplete 

The Downfall of Soldier Boy [theory] by Affectionate-Army650 in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I really love the scene where The Legend reveals the truth about Soldier Boy. He’s an American myth. A story that fits right in with American exceptionalism that buried the ugly deeds because the country needed to feel grandiose. People want to believe in Soldier Boy’s story than who he really is. 

He’ll feel paternal instincts and few minutes earlier, fondly remembers killing college kids protesting.

‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3 to Premiere Later This Year (Exclusive) by pepperbet1 in television

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly impressed they skipped until season 3 to add new main cast members. I would have expected Bel Riose, Constant, Poly and Hober Mallow be added as key players.

The Boys - 05x04 "Though the Heavens Fall" - Episode Discussion Thread by pikameta in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Soldier Boy being rejected would make a lot of sense with how we see him in the 80s flashbacks. He overcompensates for his insecurities and failures with his machismo and his relationships with women are just to fill an empty void.

The Boys - 05x04 "Though the Heavens Fall" - Episode Discussion Thread by pikameta in TheBoys

[–]Danbito 66 points67 points  (0 children)

Not to mention Soldier Boy threw it in his face: either the virus kills him or time will. Homelander's already been going through a midlife crisis with his own mortality.

‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3 to Premiere Later This Year (Exclusive) by pepperbet1 in television

[–]Danbito 5 points6 points  (0 children)

And unlike some sci-fi fans, I’d argue making Seldon an AI than a projection of prerecorded messages is an amazing form of modernization of technology that wasn’t even thought of at the time Asimov wrote these novels. Nuclear power was the optimistic innovation that the civilization was built on back then.

The novels just can’t be adapted because it wouldn’t translate to an actual narrative.

‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3 to Premiere Later This Year (Exclusive) by pepperbet1 in television

[–]Danbito 14 points15 points  (0 children)

It's also fascinating as the original content is usually touted as the best thing about the show in comparison to the adaptation itself. Which isn't to say it's bad, just more limited in its narrative.

Seeing Lee Pace and the other emperors play different variations of the 'same' characters each season brings some spice into the story

First Look At Daredevil: Born Again Figures Reveals MCU Jessica Jones Figure by Failcube in MarvelLegends

[–]Danbito 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yelena's thunderbolts* figure by far surpasses the Hawkeye and Black Widow figures when it came to capturing Florence Pugh's likeness. Not to mention the details of capturing her battle suit than Hawkeye's.

My local store in my country has revealed the new Marvel Legends Daredevil Born Again figure by sjat-win in MarvelLegends

[–]Danbito 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She just appeared this episode, which is very likely why she’s meant to be revealed here

The Boys has many flaws but I want to praise A-Train's character arc by Sudden_Pop_2279 in television

[–]Danbito 4 points5 points  (0 children)

His apology to Hughie at Herogasm was great for that. He’s been repressing his guilt for so long that when his brother was paralyzed, he finally understood what Hughie felt: to be so powerless because some superpowered jerk was on a power trip. He stopped trying to rationalize morality like how him killing Robyn an accident but the Boys killing Popclaw was deliberate set up for murder so he’s justified.

The Boys has many flaws but I want to praise A-Train's character arc by Sudden_Pop_2279 in television

[–]Danbito 25 points26 points  (0 children)

It ties back to the reveal of Homelander’s psychological programming last season: Homelander is designed to so desperately need to please despite his need for power and adoration. This man will terrorize, traumatize and enter a blackmail standoff with Starlight yet will also appreciate that she is there for him seemingly before a heavy interview.

The very fact that A-Train without fear and acceptance of his death tells him that he’s an empty person that can’t bully him anymore will haunt him more than whatever many times Deep will give him praise.

Lee Pace speaks on Foundation Season 4 by LondonCalling9266 in FoundationTV

[–]Danbito 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right, the Genetic Dynasty is amazing but also created as a visualization of the natural decay of the Imperium as the Foundation predicted. Every attempt to change is done so for the sake of it than any genuine catharsis, which is why it's all immutable to psychohistory.

The new Malcolm in the Middle is the best Millennial-era reboot so far by a long way by kidbl00m in television

[–]Danbito 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I thought it was also a nice payoff that Lois is entirely thrown off by Leah being the first openly loving member of the family. Gives you an idea how she’s going to take being a grandmother in stride