In response to a fan question onX, Ottley shared insights into two notable changes from the show: the heart-shaped blood bubble and the “sad monologue.” The fan wanted to knowif these were ideas considered during the comic’s creation or if they were entirely new.
While this isn’t the first time thattheInvinciblecreator has responded to fans, this response sheds light on these additions and emphasizeshow much creative freedom has enhanced the series' narrative. Ottley’s comments reveal more about how Robert Kirkman and the show’s team are expandingInvincible’scanon and reveling in exciting possibilities for the franchise’s future.
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The fan asked if the iconic momentfrom the season 3 finale, where Conquest molds a blood bubble into a heart, floating through space, was part of the comic’s original vision. Ottley confirmed that it wasn’t,calling it a completely new idea for the adaptation.He revealed that Kirkman,Invincible’swriter and co-creator, had been rewriting the entire series for the show, creating what Ottley called an “amazing second draft.” The heart bubble was one of these additions, a small but powerful touch that was never in the original comics.
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Another fan-favorite change from the show is the “sad monologue”, a powerful scene near the end of the episode that departs from the comic’s original script.Ottley confirmed that this was a completely new idea for the animated series. He explained how Kirkman had added extra dialogue to the scene, and Ottley was impressed by how it deepened the emotional resonance of the moment. According to Ottley, this added layer of dialogue was one of the best additions to the entire scene, and it gave so much more depth to the character involved.
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What makes this change (and endorsement of it) particularly interesting is how it reflects the creative spirit ofInvincible. The show takes certain liberties, butit still respects the core elements of the original comic book story and its characters. Ottley’s enthusiasm suggests that these changes were made with the story’s future in mind, as they enrich the characters and add further layers to the narrative. This approach aligns perfectly with the spirit ofInvincible: blending raw action with profound emotional moments.
Ottley’s comments reveal just how in sync the creators are with the animated adaptation of Invincible.
Ottley’s comments reveal just how in sync the creators are with the animated adaptation ofInvincible.While some critics have been unhappy with the TV show’s changes, the core team is thrilled with these new additions and remains dedicated to enhancing the overall experience for fans both old and new. The changes only serve to further solidifyInvincibleas a series that thrives in both its original and adapted forms.
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Invincible
Invincible is a multimedia franchise that began with the graphic novel series by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley. The series follows Mark Grayson, the son of Earth’s strongest hero, Omni-Man, as he enters into his powers at the cusp of adulthood. A television adaptation began in 2021 and retells the core story of the comics while fleshing it out and expanding on characters and concepts introduced in the medium.
