This feels rather strange given that Season 3 looked like it was pushing Kimiko and Frenchie’s relationship forward.

But it completely veers from their established relationship, while also burying another interesting storyline surrounding Kimiko.

Kimiko eventually decides to re-power herself via Compound V, with Frenchie supporting her through the process.

The Boys Season 4 Poster Showing Homelander with Victoria Neuman Surrounded by Confetti

The Boys is a drama series that explores the darker aspects of superhero culture, portraying a world where superheroes abuse their powers rather than use them for good. Centered around a vigilante group aiming to control these corrupt heroes, the series delves into themes of power, corruption, and accountability. The show features a complex narrative with multifaceted characters, offering an unfiltered look at the consequences of unchecked power.

And who could forgetthat amazing musical number?

But she also seems potentially jealous of them.

Every cape in this series is stained with blood.

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For Kimiko,it’s the reemergence of the Shining Light Liberation Army.

The reappearance of Shining Light also causes Kimiko to shut down, even refusing to attend speech therapy.

Season 1 was where she started to open up to others after being used as a weapon.

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Season 2 saw her dealing with grief after losing her brother.

In tying her character development to Frenchie’s,Season 4 robs Kimiko of potential character growth.

She can only grow if Frenchie grows,and this season they’re both stuck at a crossroads.

Billy Butcher stands center frame, fists raised and ready for action, in the teaser poster for The Boys Season 4

This could be the chance for Kimiko to learn who she is without Frenchie.

New episodes of Season 4 ofThe Boysare streaming every Thursday on Prime Video in the U.S.

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Kimiko outside smiling menacingly while doing sign language in a scene from The Boys.

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