Will Invincible Season 4 Finally Give Tech Jacket the Spotlight He Deserves?

The much-anticipated return of Invincible is underway for Season 4, offering a chance to bring Tech Jacket to life fully in animation. Though we just finished watching Season 3, it’s already been confirmed that Season 4 of the animated series will be released sometime next year. Not only has the voice cast completed recording, but some intriguing new characters have been cast for the upcoming season as well. However, there is one character whose fate for the next season remains uncertain.

Originally published by Robert Kirkman and E.J. Su for Image Comics back in 2002, the series known as Tech Jacket initially ran for just six issues before concluding. However, the popularity of Invincible around the same period allowed Tech Jacket to make a substantial impact on some of Invincible’s major storylines, and even spawned its own brief sequel. Now, with Season 4 of Invincible adapting those particular arcs, there’s a chance that Tech Jacket might finally receive the recognition he deserves after all these years.

Invincible Has Already Appeared Anyway

In the highly anticipated third season of ‘Invincible’, fans eagerly looked forward to seeing the Invincible War arc unfold, as it saw numerous characters from Image Comics joining forces to combat the variant Marks across the globe. However, due to the rapid pace of production and licensing challenges, many cameos could not materialize. Nevertheless, some of Robert Kirkman’s other original heroes made an appearance, triumphantly battling against the variant Marks. One such hero was Tech Jacket, who swiftly defeated a Mark in a brief but impactful scene, much to the delight of fans.

In the initial Invincible comic book issue, I too was merely a fleeting presence among the pages as Tech Jacket. Much like other Image Comics’ heroes, my role was limited to a swift takedown of a Mark variant in a single panel. However, unlike those who had the privilege of occasional crossovers with Mark, my character had an opportunity to reappear and play a pivotal part in the impending battle against the Viltrumites. In truth, I emerged as one of the central figures in the upcoming Viltrumite War saga that is anticipated to unfold in the following season.

Why Tech Jacket Needs to Be in Invincible Season 4

A significant unresolved plot point from Season 3 of Invincible revolves around Allen and Nolan gearing up for their next move against the Viltrumite Empire. In the forthcoming Season 4, we’ll delve deeper into this narrative as they embark on a major quest to amass all the vulnerabilities of the Viltrumites that were hinted at in the first two seasons. One such weakness, as revealed in the comics, is Tech Jacket (originally known as Zack), whose powerful suit, derived from an alien after it rescued Zack from a mutual demise, has proven capable of defeating a Viltrumite, as demonstrated during the Invincible War.

Initially, Allen, Nolan, and Tech Jacket find themselves frequently collaborating, venturing through space together in preparation for an assault against the Viltrum Empire. During this time, the young hero experiences significant moments that significantly impact the impending Viltrumite War. These events are expected to unfold either in Season 4 or Season 5, providing a suitable platform for the character to assume a key role as depicted in the comics.

It’s uncertain if Tech Jacket can have a significant role outside of his brief appearances due to potential rights issues, but given his importance in future events, it’s challenging to envision the series without him. Writing Tech Jacket into the upcoming battle isn’t out of the question, but since the TV adaptation of ‘Invincible’ has been so well-received, it seems fitting to give this overlooked character some attention in the interim.

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2025-03-23 06:12