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The Boys is a satirical and dark take on the superhero genre. It introduces a variety of characters that parody well-known heroes and sidekicks. Among these is Laddio, the sidekick of Tek Knight. The duo mirrors the dynamic between Batman and Robin.
Laddio’s role in the series aims to serve as a humorous yet dark commentary on the traditional superhero sidekick trope and is played by actor Reid Millar.
In the comics, Laddio is depicted as Tek Knight’s loyal assistant, though different individuals take up the mantle at different times. The character is a parody of Robin.
Laddio’s storyline in the series revolves around the bizarre and often uncomfortable situations he finds himself in because of Tek Knight’s uncontrollable compulsions.
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Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for The Boys season 4. Viewers discretion is advised.
Who is Laddio in The Boys?
Laddio is Tek Knight’s sidekick in The Boys comics as well. Rather than being a single individual, the Laddio title is passed down through various characters. The original Laddio fought alongside Steel Knight in World War II but was killed during their first mission. The identity of subsequent Laddios remains undisclosed.
In the show, Tek Knight and Laddio share a complex and strained relationship. Both characters fall for the same villain, the Talon, which creates tension between them. Additionally, Tek Knight’s bizarre s*xual compulsions lead to dangerous situations, forcing Laddio to prove himself independently.
Laddio transitions into the character SwingWing, parodying DC’s Nightwing, but his superhero career ends when he is killed by the Staten Island Ferry in the comics.
What are Laddio's superpowers and weaknesses?
In the TV series, Laddio is portrayed with superhuman abilities granted by Compound V, a serum created by Vought Corporation. His powers include:
Superhuman Strength: Laddio can perform feats of strength beyond human capability, such as breaking free from heavy restraints.
Superhuman Hearing: Laddio’s enhanced auditory senses allow him to detect sounds at higher frequencies than normal humans.
However, Laddio also has significant weaknesses:
Susceptibility to High Frequencies: Exposure to high-frequency sounds can incapacitate Laddio, causing immense pain and temporarily neutralizing his abilities.
Laddio first appeared in The Boys season 4 TV series in the episode titled Dirty Business.
What is The Boys series about?
The show is a satirical superhero television series developed by Eric Kripke for Amazon Prime Video based on the comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson. It revolves around The Boys, a group of vigilantes who fight corrupt superheroes or Supes backed and controlled by the powerful corporation, Vought International.
Though they act as the public’s heroes, these Supes lead secret lives marked with violence and debauchery motivated by greed.
Starring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Karen Fukuhara, Chace Crawford of The Gossip Girl fame among others, this show tackles subjects of power play in relationships between humans and superheroes throughout its various episodes.
Season 4 of the show is currently streaming on the Prime Video app and can only be accessed through an active subscription.
