Ep 7. Volume 3, Part 2
- August 5, 2008
- 51 min
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9.5 (13,218)
Mark Grayson is still trying to navigate his dual identities: invincible superhero and high school student. In the aftermath of the previous episode's revelations, Mark struggles to communicate with his mother, Debbie, who is understandably shaken by the truth about her husband, Omni-Man.
Meanwhile, the story shifts focus to Robot, one of the members of the Guardians of the Globe. We learn that Robot is not, in fact, a robot, but a sentient alien creature who has taken on a robotic form in order to better fit in on Earth. As Robot grapples with his identity and purpose, he becomes embroiled in a dangerous mission to retrieve a sample of the deadly virus plaguing the world.
Along the way, we see more of the complex relationships between the members of the Guardians of the Globe, including a budding romance between Black Samson and Monster Girl. We also witness the return of the villainous Machine Head, who threatens the fragile truce between the warring factions of the criminal underworld.
As the episode reaches its climax, Mark confronts Omni-Man about his shocking actions in the previous episode. The ensuing conversation is intense and emotional, with both father and son grappling with the implications of what has happened and what it means for their family.
Overall, Volume 3, Part 2 is another excellent installment of Invincible, with compelling character drama and high-stakes action sequences. The episode perfectly balances the personal and the epic, demonstrating once again why this show is a must-watch for fans of superhero storytelling.