In-universe history:
Soldier Boy is a war hero who was popular during World War II and starred in a propaganda film. After the war, he continued his career as a superhero until the Seven was disbanded. He was revived in the present day by Vought International to join the Seven again, but he proved to be unstable and was eventually retired.
Powers and abilities:
As a superhero, Soldier Boy has various enhanced physical and mental abilities, including superhuman strength, speed, and durability, as well as the ability to fly and project energy blasts. He also possesses a high degree of combat training and experience.
Personality:
Soldier Boy is an arrogant and violent individual who is prone to unstable and unpredictable behavior. He has a strong sense of patriotism and believes in the importance of duty, but his methods are often ruthless and extreme.
Role in _The Boys_:
In _The Boys_, Soldier Boy is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous opponent for the main characters, the eponymous Boys, who are a group of vigilantes determined to expose the corruption and hypocrisy of the Seven and other superheroes. He serves as a reminder of the dark side of heroism and explores the consequences of unchecked power.