I recently finished watching the Adult Superhero Spinoff of The Boys, created by Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg, and Eric Kripke, and directed by Shana Stein. In an interview, Stein was asked about her approach to the spinoff compared to the original show. She confidently responded, “I’m a huge fan of The Boys. In my prior experience, I did a show that had multiple spinoffs, so I was familiar with focusing on the DNA and then adding a new twist. It’s a combination of giving more of what they want and then something new and unexpected.”

In my honest opinion, I came into the show with the expectation that it wouldn’t be a bad spinoff, just like The Boys. It has a lot of blood, intercourse, and unclothed superheroes. Additionally, every main character in the show was interesting to me, not just because of their powers, but because of their human qualities. Those who enjoy gory superhero shows like me, have been spoiled by the variety of genres in this show, including action, comedy, drama, and mystery, which made the show great.

In the world of The Boys, Gen V is set at Godolkin University, established by Vought International. The university trains young supes to become real-life superheroes, with the possibility of joining the Seven. Suspicious activities prompt the six main characters to uncover secrets while facing dangers such as death or expulsion. Each character must navigate their path, resisting societal pressures and parental expectations to become the heroes they aspire to be.

My thoughts on each of the Main 6 characters 

Marie Moreau: Portrayed by Jaz Sinclair, is the first main protagonist introduced at the start of the show. Her abilities allow her to control her blood, extending it through her palms in the form of tendrils or basic structures such as whips and floating masses to manipulate objects and people. She can also manipulate the blood in other people’s bodies, even those with superpowers. Marie is a compassionate and morally upright character who has faced adversity and occasionally made poor decisions. While I enjoyed her character, she did not steal the show for me, although Jaz’s performance was commendable.

Emma Meyer: Played by Lizze Broadway, is the tritagonist introduced in the first episode. She possesses incredible powers including Self-Size Alteration, Superhuman Strength, Superhuman Durability, and Superhuman Hearing. However, these powers are a nightmare for her. To become small, Emma has to constantly induce vomiting, and to return to her original size, she has to eat. Despite these challenges, Emma maintains a positive and humorous personality. She also runs her own YouTube channel called “Fun Sized with Little Cricket” where she uploads videos of herself fighting with her gerbil. Emma is a complex and intriguing character, often focused on gaining internet fame. She is my favorite character in the show, as she consistently captures my attention in every scene she’s in and carries many parts of the show for me.

Andre Anderson: I was saddened to hear about Chance Perdomo’s passing before I had the chance to watch Gen V. I truly enjoyed his performances on screen. Andre possesses the power of Technopathy, allowing him to manipulate magnetic metals within hardware, software, and motherboards. He is a complex character, often displaying both good and questionable actions. Despite his misdeeds, he is often able to avoid consequences due to his status as the top student at God U and his father’s reputation as the former super, Polarity. Andre’s internal struggle to live up to his father’s legacy while also pursuing his path as a crime-fighting Supe makes for a compelling narrative, although I found his character to be somewhat indecisive at times.

Jordan Li: I was pleasantly surprised to see the character Jordan in the show, played by Derek Luh/London Thor, who is portrayed by both a male and female actor. It was a groundbreaking experience for me to witness an Asian-American Bigender superhero. Jordan is a multifaceted character with a complex personality, displaying intelligence, competitiveness, drive, shyness, and occasional bravery. Their powers are diverse, including Superhuman Durability and Regenerative Healing Factor for the female counterpart, Superhuman Hearing, Energy Blasts, Superhuman Agility for the female counterpart, Superhuman Strength, Indestructibility for the male counterpart, and Gender Transformation for both. While I had mixed feelings about Jordan initially, they grew on me as the episodes progressed.

Maddie Phillips: Portrayed by Cate Dunlap, the girlfriend of the former top-ranked God U Supe Goldenboy, Luke, who tragically takes his own life in the series premiere. Cate is depicted as a kind, empathetic, and flawed individual with telepathic abilities that grant her a wide range of mental powers. She won me over as she had more time on screen.

Asa Germann: Embodies the character of Sam, the brother of Golden Boy, a superhero who tragically ended his own life. Sam received Compound V as a baby, a potent substance that granted him superhuman strength but also led to mental instability, making him a potential threat. Despite his unpredictable nature, Sam radiates a lovable charm and self-deprecating humor. Troubled yet inherently good, he is a captivating and complex character in the show.

The show’s message is clear: define your heroism and focus on personal growth.

The show is rated TV-MA and is not suitable for kids under 18 due to its raunchy humor, gory scenes, and graphic material.

I give this show a PERFECT 10/10