The Boys' Shocking Homelander Twist Doesn't Actually Make Any Sense

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Warning! Spoilers for The Boys comic book and TV series below

The biggest Homelander twist in The Boys comic book series doesn't make much sense, as the powerful Supe not being aware Black Noir is his clone goes against the character's previous actions and personality. While Black Noir was created to be a failsafe against Homelander in case he lost control, the fact that the patriotic hero never realized who was behind the mask until he revealed himself doesn't hold up.

In The Boys comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, Homelander and Black Noir are two of the mightiest heroes on Earth and key members of The Seven. For most of the series, Black Noir serves as the most mysterious member of the superteam, never speaking or removing his mask. However, he is still as depraved as his fellow Supes. Towards the end of the series, it's revealed that Black Noir is the clone of Homelander created specifically to stop him in case he lost control. Ultimately, Black Noir was responsible for some of Homelander's worst acts, as he pretended to be him to murder, sexually assault, and terrorize the public — including actions that led to the death of Becky Butcher, which led to the formation of The Boys. While Homelander was a horrible person and hero, Black Noir ended up being the cause of some of his most depraved acts.

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While Black Noir is Homelander's clone and responsible for some of his darkest actions, it doesn't make sense how Homelander wouldn't try to uncover his fellow teammate's identity. Homelander often uses his intellect and power to manipulate his fellow heroes and constantly gains information to get the leg up on his fellow Supes. He