HC
Hughie Campbell
Still believes the Boys must win without becoming as ruthless as their enemies.
ClearStory COMPLETE SEASON GUIDE · SEASON 5 · EPISODE 5
THE BOYS
One-Shots
The setup
The hunt for V1 reaches Hollywood. Soldier Boy and Homelander encounter former heroes Mister Marathon and Malchemical, while Sage prepares for the conflict between humans and Supes to spread.
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BB
Billy Butcher
Carries the Supe-killing virus and is prepared to sacrifice almost anything to destroy Homelander.
AS
Annie January
Leads resistance to Homelander while trying to keep hope alive.
HL
Homelander
Rules America through fear and seeks power that can make him permanently untouchable.
MM
Mother’s Milk
Keeps the scattered Boys focused while trying to protect his family.
SB
Soldier Boy
Homelander’s biological father, freed from containment and pulled into both sides’ plans.
SS
Sister Sage
Calculates how to survive the conflict while continuing to influence Homelander’s regime.
MR
Mister Marathon
A former speedster member of the Seven who claims he can reach the V1 lead.
MC
Malchemical
A shape-changing Supe working with Mister Marathon against Homelander.
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Key story points
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Content note: Extreme gore, celebrity deaths, betrayal, sexual material and strong language.
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