In this month’s edition of the Vought News Network: Seven on 7 with Cameron Coleman, Homelander of The Boys shares a message with America. The Amazon-backed series, an adaptation of the DC comics of the same name, was developed for the streaming platform by writer and producer Eric Kripke. The Boys follows a group of vigilantes as they battle against a highfalutin and degenerate group of superheroes known as the "Seven," who are marketed and empowered by Vought International. Highlander leads the tainted group of superheroes, who conceals savage and egotistical qualities underneath his upstanding public image. The Boys premiered in July 2019, receiving critical acclaim for its stellar writing and humor.
As the leader of the Seven, John Vogelaum takes on the persona of Homelander. And although the superhero is pledged with the task to protect, he is openly scornful of those he believes to be beneath him. With powers of heat vision and super strength, Homelander displays typical characteristics of a psychopath and frequently uses his powers in vindictive and insensitive ways. The conceited superhero also refuses to take ownership of any flaws that may plague his personality or admit his poor decision-making ability. Due to his high view of himself, Homelander believes he can do anything he wants, which in some instances ultimately leads to various atrocities, including mass murder.
In this month’s edition of the Vought News Network: Seven on 7 with Cameron Coleman on YouTube, shared a message with America. In his statement, Homelander empathizes with the years' challenges due to Stormfront and admits to having a general understanding of the broken trust that people have come to experience. As a revered leader, the seemingly compassionate superhero promises to pave the path towards rebuilding that lost trust and accentuates his understanding that superheroes are prominent symbols of the communities they serve. See Homelander's exact message for the people below:
"Hello everyone. This year has presented challenges for all of us. As these challenges have unfolded, your trust has been betrayed, and for that, I am truly sorry. Superheroes are pillars of society, symbols, whose ideals and principles people look up to. Role models, who can be trusted in every circumstance. I solemnly vow to you, here and now, to lead the charge to rebuild that trust. As we move forward together, I want you to know that I'm listening, much more that I'm talking, because I hear you, and I am here for you. I am here for you. I always will be. Thank you all, and God Bless America."
As per his The Boys character's design as a diabolical combination of Superman and Captain America, Homelander takes his duty as a leader quite seriously. The self-seeking superhero sees an opportunity feed his importance by addressing America in a time riddled with challenges. The people are looking to their heroes for guidance. Homelander's grandiose sense of importance ultimately leads him to share the message. However, in all likelihood, the superhero is merely in front of the nation to feed his never-satisfied ego and extreme need for approval.
As sticking with his true nature, The Boys' sociopathic leader once again attempts to put on a show of compassion and care for the people that he has sworn to protect. However, the statement is evidently rooted in a selfish attempt to re-establish his prominent role as a noble symbol of the community. A couple of very distinctive traits of narcissists are their overwhelming need for praise and admiration. This statement from Homelander to America is nothing more than a fishing expedition to get his fix of glory. When it all boils down, however, The Boys' Homelander will always be in it for one thing: himself.
Source: VNN: Seven On 7 With Cameron Coleman
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