The Boys universe is incomplete without the formidable Homelander, whom very few can challenge. He is a powerful and skilled adversary, whose powers include laser vision, flight, and superhuman strength, making him nearly invincible.
Add to that, a deranged mind that does not step back from atrocities like mass murder, and Homelander is an embodiment of unchecked power and narcissism.
The Boys is based on the acclaimed DC comic book series and revolves around the atypical superhero world, where most of the heroes sweat over their celebrity status. They can be perfectly described as morally ambiguous figures, in a world where Supes, anti-heroes, and common humans exist simultaneously.
The Boys garnered immense commendation from fans and viewers for its alternative take on the genre.
Despite being an antagonist, Homelander is impressively famous among fans and Antony Starr's portrayal adds to the complexity of this character. Fans might have thought about superheroes who can prevail against him at least once.
So, here are five globally renowned superpowered individuals who might be able to outmatch Homelander, in a fair fight.
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1) Hulk: The unstoppable force
Homelander better not upset The Incredible Hulk, because the angrier he gets, the powerful he becomes. This Marvel superhero can easily win over Homelander, as Hulk has infinite strength and has been known to destroy planets with just a punch.
His huge size and unmatched powers can dominate Homelander's speed, strength, and vision at the same time. That's why Hulk is one of the strongest Avengers in the MCU.
Fans on Reddit have also mentioned Hulk several times in a post discussing which superheroes can defeat Homelander:
Homelander might be the most influential force in The Boys universe, but clashing with some Marvel heroes can severely harm him.
2) Captain Marvel: The Cosmic Avenger
In recent years, Marvel enthusiasts have seen Captain Marvel in the MCU, and even in the comics, this Avenger is extremely powerful. Her excellence in projecting energy blasts and exceptional combat skills make Captain Marvel a tough rival for Homelander.
Captain Marvel's base level punch is up to 92 tons, making her incredibly strong as she can potentially increase it by absorbing more energy, in a fight with Homelander.
The Avenger can easily manipulate attacks targeted at her, and use them as counterattacks. This ability would significantly affect Homelander's powers, and he might not stand against Captain Marvel.
3) Omni-Man: The Viltrumite Menace
Omni-Man is the third on the list of who can erase Homelander's reign of terror. Unlike the typical Marvel superheroes who only work for the good, Omni-Man has operated as an antagonist in the Invincible comic books.
His strength, endurance, speed, and durability can easily stand against Homelander's power. Another power that can help Omni-Man take down Homelander is his ability to recover from injuries.
So, even if the adversary manages to injure Omni-Man, it won't affect him for long, thus making him stronger than Homelander.
4) Superman: The Man of Steel
While Homelander is one of the most formidable DC villains, Superman, iconically known as The Man of Steel is an equally famous and globally adored superhero. Fans even call Homelander the twisted, weaker version of Superman, as he does not possess the unparalleled strength and speed of the last son of Krypton.
If the two indulge in an intense battle, Homelander would lose, and might even die, considering Superman's strength, his ability to react and move faster than any other mighty figure in DC.
Also, while possessing similar powers (including heat vision), Superman can absorb solar energy to enhance himself while Homelander has not been shown to exhibit any such ability. This sets Superman apart from Homelander by significantly altering their power dynamics.
While Homelander's unhinged unpredictability might help him snake in attacks, Superman's resilience and self-sustenance can give the former, a run for his money. If fans ever get to witness a fight between Homelander and Superman, it would be no less than a visual extravaganza.
5) Doctor Manhattan: The Godlike Being
The Boys' adversary Homelader will lose in a confrontation with Doctor Manhattan, as the former doesn't have abilities like seeing through different timelines, manipulating matter, and teleportation to name a few. Doctor Manhattan is basically a god with omnipotent energy and presence.
Doctor Manhattan is stronger than Homelander and his impressive superpowers will easily dominate Homelander's speed, sight, and flight with just a thought. So, any direct confrontation between the two would be highly skewed in Manhattan's favor, since the sheer scope of his abilities means that he can alter reality itself.
To use Homelander's strength against physical power and psychological manipulation against a god-like being with no emotional or physical limitations would be folly, and there lies the difference between superhuman abilities and godlike powers.
You can watch Homelander's evil acts in The Boys season 4 streaming on Prime Video.
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