The Boys showrunner reveals Soldier Boy's motive in season 5, and it's diabolical 

Soldier Boy (image via Amazon Prime Video)
Soldier Boy (image via Instagram/@jensenackles)

Eric Kripke, the showrunner of The Boys revealed a big plot detail about Soldier Boy's motive for season 5. While speaking to GamesRadar, he explained that the return of the character is quite sinister. That news hit social media and sent a flurry of excitement and speculation among fans.

The news means Jensen Ackles's Soldier Boy, brought onto the scene in the third season as a former superhero and apparently killed at the season's end, does indeed hold the thick air of heroism and villainy—the comeback being highly expected.

Eric revealed that Soldier Boy will be focusing his revenge on killing Butcher in season 5 . This revelation only gives his character further depth, making the next season a must-watch.


What is Soldier Boy's diabolical motive?

Eric revealed that Soldier Boy's motivation in season 5 is, in fact, driven by a sense of revenge. The motivation comes from what happened to him in the past seasons, where he was betrayed and went through a lot of traumatic experiences.

From the very first appearance in season 3, Soldier Boy has transformed from a long-lost hero into a deeply flawed, revenge-bound character. His several dimensions and the trauma he had to face, make him one of the most interesting characters in this whole series.

This development continues well into season 5 because his soul's desire to gain revenge adds newer dimensions to his character. Thus, he will be coming back with vengeance on his mind, taking on the people he feels have wronged him.

This development most probably will lead to some really aggressive confrontations and dramatic plot twists involving his vendetta, which may also involve the heroes and villains in the series.


What impact will it have on the storyline of The Boys Season 5?

Soldier Boy's vengeful return is likely to have an impact on the storyline of the upcoming The Boys Season 5. The motives presented, bring forth what could be a complicated narrative of alliance shifting and increased blurring of the lines between the ideas of hero and villain.

Fans can expect high-stakes drama when he seeks retribution, which further puts him in conflict with other main characters, such as Homelander and Butcher. The new direction of the plot allows an exploration into his background and his relations with other characters, adding depth to the complex web of interactions in the series.


How did the fans react to this reveal regarding The Boys Season 5?

The reveal of Soldier Boy's diabolical motive drew some intense fan reactions. Many of the fans rushed to social media, stating how eager and interested they were to find out exactly how his character would play out.

Comments were filled with appreciation for the bold storytelling of the show and questions on how his actions would change the dynamics of the main characters. Having raised expectations for season 5, fans have been demanding more updates and teasers.

Fans supporting Soldier Boy's motive
Fans supporting Soldier Boy's motive

Some fans supported his motive for returning while some implied that he is no match for Butcher.

Fans supporting Butcher
Fans supporting Butcher

Thus, by revealing the sinister motive of Jensen Ackles' character, the fifth season of The Boys paves the way for a very enthralling and dramatic continuation of the series. His return will be a question of revenge, and it is expected that further actions will create ripples in the storyline, affecting heroes and villains alike.

Now, as the fans wait for this new season, anticipation increases manifold for yet another power-packed journey through the world of The Boys.

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