Invincible TV Creator Robert Kirkman Confirms Future Seasons Will Deviate From Comics With Original Storylines & Side Quests: 'It's a Fun Thing To Do' The creator of the Invincible TV series, Robert Kirkman, has confirmed that upcoming seasons will diverge from the original comic book storyline, incorporating original plotlines and side quests. Kirkman emphasized that the writers have a wealth of ideas, and these new elements will be integrated into the show’s narrative as it progresses. He described the addition of side quests as an exciting and enjoyable process, stating, “It’s a fun thing to do.” Co-showrunner Simon Racioppa added that any new material must feel organic to the series, ensuring that every episode contributes to the overarching story. He explained that the show’s structure, which includes only eight episodes per season, requires each episode to advance Mark Grayson’s character arc. “Every episode has to move Mark’s story forward, has to be important,” Racioppa said. “You shouldn’t be able to remove anything.” He noted that while writers may have great ideas for standalone episodes, they must align with the season’s themes and character development to be included. Kirkman also discussed the development of the Damien Darkblood subplot for Season 4, which had been a recurring idea in the comics but had not yet been fully realized. He described the concept of superheroes going to hell as an inspiration for Mark’s storyline, though he admitted the specific narrative had not been fully worked out. Kirkman compared this process to how the comic books were originally created, where writers would often outline vague ideas for issues and refine them closer to publication.#invincible #mark_grayson #robert_kirkman #simon_racioppa #damien_darkblood
