musket_guy

This season finale was definitely less grandiose than what we got in the first season. No planet-crushing threats, the stakes are much more grounded but still just as personal. Just like season 2 itself, the final episode is dedicated to developing Mark's character, setting up future events and enriching the story. And it does so in a really well-written and memorable way. The protagonist of this show has substantially grown during this season and I love how they developed all other characters as well, especially Rex, Omni-Man and Amber.

However, after such a long wait, most people expected something that would surely overcome the first season in terms of scope. But instead they received a very well-made buildup storyline, with most payoffs being delayed until the next season (which, as a comic reader, I guarantee will be HUGE).

I'm pretty sure that if this season came out much sooner (and without the annoying mid-season break), it would've been received much better by the overwhelming majority of people who disliked it. Many great shows have slower second seasons, mostly dedicated to character building and the setup of future events (like in Game of Thrones, Better Call Saul, Mr. Robot and many more). Invincible is one of those shows. It does so really well, but it's a shame that most long-awaited payoffs are still not here... However, I'm sure that this season will be seen in a much more favorable light in the long run. But right now all I can say is that I have genuinely enjoyed this season, although due to a very underwhelming release schedule, I can see why many people were upset with it.