Invincible Season 3: Robert Kirkman Talks About What Mark Grayson’s New Suit Means; DEETS

Invincible Season 3 has finally begun airing, and as the superhero continues to fight crime, his new dark suit has caught fans’ attention. Find out what the creator Kirkman says about it here.

By Sneha Sam

Published on Feb 12, 2025 | 03:51 PM IST | 6.9K

Invincible [Robert Kirkman, Studio Skybound, Amazon Prime Video]

With the Mark Grayson’s new suit revealed in Invincible Season 3, fans have been wanting to find out why the character was given this costume change. In a recent interview with The Direct, creator Robert Kirkman explained the significance behind Mark Grayson’s new dark blue and black outfit.

He has stated that this change represents a clear departure from the hero’s previous gear and signals a darker chapter in his life. The updated design is not merely a cosmetic alteration but serves as a symbol of the internal struggles and increasing burdens he must bear.

Invincible [Robert Kirkman, Studio Skybound, Amazon Prime Video]

When compared to the Symbiot suit, Kirkman drew parallels to Spider-Man’s transformation. He pointed out that the introduction of a new costume in Invincible Season 3 is a familiar trope in superhero stories, where a change in attire reflects the character’s evolving circumstances.

Kirkman stated, “There’s a lot of stories that come from that change and Spider-Man is a good example of that. The kind of darkness that comes from that change and the emergence of Venom as a clear villain that comes from is a really cool addition to the mythos of [Spider-Man].”

In the same manner, in which it marked a troubled period for the friendly neighbourhood superhero, Mark’s new blue and black suit conveys a shift in his personal journey and a readiness to face more severe challenges.

Invincible [Robert Kirkman, Studio Skybound, Amazon Prime Video]

Kirkman explained that this transformation is intended to mirror the hero’s internal conflict and the growing weight of his responsibilities. Having been introduced within the first three episodes of Invincible Season 3, which premiered on February 6, 2025, fans can expect to continue seeing the sleek new outfit for the rest of the season.

Kirkman noted that adopting a new suit also allows for “worthy additions” to be made to Mark’s story and beliefs, stating that it would, “that kind of mirror what happened with Spider-Man.” As Invincible continues to evolve, the dark blue and black outfit clearly depicts the darkness that awaits him in his journey as a hero.

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