Unpacking the Twist in 'Gen V' Episode 7
'Gen V' co-creator Eric Kripke discusses the major plot reveal in Episode 7, where Dr. Thomas Godolkin is exposed as the true identity behind Cipher.
Dr. Godolkin has been masking himself as Godolkin University dean Cipher this entire time.
This twist reveals that Cipher, whose real name is Doug Brightbill, has been hosting Dr. Godolkin, and that the latter's plan involved training Marie to gain the power of healing or resurrection.
- Dr. Godolkin's goal was to use Marie to restore his original form.
- After achieving this, he removes himself from his host, Cipher.
- Marie is left drained and unconscious after restoring Dr. Godolkin.
Franchise Future and Timeline
Kripke also sheds light on the timeline between the end of 'Gen V' Season 2 and the beginning of 'The Boys' Season 5.
Author's summary: Eric Kripke discusses 'Gen V' and its future.