Summary
Homelander, the most loved and most hated character in the hit Amazon seriesThe Boys, is a titan of arrogance and destruction cloaked in thedisguise of a superhero.Homelander’s god complex, fueled by power and a lifetime of fame, has transformed him from a symbol of hope into an embodiment of unhinged authority.
With his laser eyes, supersonic speed, heightened sense, and invulnerability, he reigns supreme as a multi-faceted force. Homelander’s true strength lies in the minds of the public,too afraid to question his reign, leaving viewers frustrated.What happens when a villain emerges who not only possesses the power to challenge Homelander but the intellect to shatter his delusional, fragile self-image? Can Homelander be defeated? Let’s examine the villains who might just pull it off.
Honorable Mention: Black Adam – Homelander Meets His Match In This Antihero
Though more of an antihero these days, with centuries of rage and experience behind him, Black Adam would lay it on thick in a brutal battle with Homelander. Hisraw power and determinationwould make him a contestor for even the strongest battle. While Homelander may have speed and laser eyes on his side,Adam’s strength and durabilitywould match him blow for blow.
Harnessing the powers of Shazam, Black Adam has an arsenal of abilities in his pocket. Superhuman strength, speed, agility, heightened sense, durability, and his notable ability to control lightning are no match for Homelander.Adam is a physical powerhouseand, with just a single bolt, he can turn the toughest of enemies into dust.
4Brainiac
The Ultimate Problem Solver
When pitted against the cold, calculated intellect of Brainiac,Homelander’s ability to laser people is no match. Brainiac’s ability to shrink cities and collect knowledge at speeds incomprehensible to humans would easily shred Homelander’s ego, his biggest weapon.
Able tocontrol technology and his advanced weaponry, Brainiac could level the playing field against Homelander’s physical dominance. Homelander’s reliance on raw power alonewould make Brainiac a strong adversary.While Homelander’s power is undeniable, Brainiac’s intellect and shrinking abilities alone could analyze Homelander’s powers and vulnerabilities, crafting a countermeasure with precision. Brainiac has thesuperhuman strength, speed, and brainto overcome Homelander in an epic battle.
3Carnage
The Scary Murderous Symbiote
Carnage, the spawn of Venom, is the epitome of pure chaos. Carnage possesses incredible strength, speed, agility, and durability, making him atop contender against Homelander. Carnage is a villain driven by a primal urge to kill and consume.His desire for destructionmakes him a truly terrifying opponent for Homelander.
Carnage’s abilities also play to his advantage. While Homelander could potentially provide some protection with his lasers, Carnage being able to adapt and regenerate would make him a persistent threat, thus creating anever-ending battle leading to Homelander’s downfall.
2Thanos
The Angry Titan
Cosmic-level threat is no match for Homelander. Thanos takes a lot of power and even more intelligence, posing a significant challenge for Homelander. Thanos' genius-level intellect allows him toout-think his opponents and anticipate their moves. Homelander hates to be outsmarted, and this will quickly lead to his inevitable downfall. Thanos is a strategist, and his superhuman strength and durability are just a bonus.
While Homelander might land a few lucky blows, Thanos’superior intellectwould allow him to exploit Homelander’s weaknesses fast.Armed with the Infinity Gauntlet,Thanos becomes a basically omnipotent villain, capable of manipulating reality, time, space, and Homelander’s mind.With just a snap of his fingers, this hefty titancould erase Homelander or manipulate him to destroy himself.
1Omniman
Alien Overlord Vs. Arrogant Superhero
Omniman was a fan favorite as soon as Amazon took viewers by storm with their new series,Invincible. The secretly disguised loving husband and father, Omniman,possesses strength, speed, and durability far beyond human comprehension.The secret space alienfrom the Viltrumite race shows no fear as he has been tasked with conquering planets for centuries. A force to be reckoned with, he has honed his combat skills to perfect, making him a deadly adversary.
Like Homelander, Omniman’s single-minded vision and determination make him hungry to get what he wants, stopping anyone who gets in his way. While Homelander’s abilities are fueled by arrogance and a desire to be loved, Omniman’s abilities are crafted from years of brutal warfare and killing. Homelander’s laser may be strong, and his senses heightened, but this would ultimately beineffective against Omnimans durability and agility.Omniman would easily evade Homelander’s attacks and counter with his strong force to bring an end to Homelander’s career. A confrontation between Homelander and Omniman would be a battle of raw power, strategy, and a ton of sarcasm.
