Invincible Compendium Volume 1
#1 in Invincible, Invincible (French Collected Editions), Invincible (Single Issues) Series
What’s inside...
Invincible Compendium Volume 1 collects the early issues of the critically acclaimed superhero comic 'Invincible', which follows the coming-of-age story of Mark Grayson, a typical teenager, except for the fact that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet. As Mark develops powers of his own, he discovers his father's legacy may not be as heroic as it seems, and the world of superheroes is far more complex and dangerous than he ever imagined. Introducing the first nine volumes of the greatest superhero comic in the universe, collected into one massive paperback edition. Collects #1–47, #0, Invincible story from the Image Comics Summer Special, The Pact #4
Character compass
Mark Grayson
Dupli-Kate
Amber Bennett
Atom Eve (Samantha Eve Wilkins)
Debbie Grayson
William Clockwell
The Immortal
Allen The Alien
Rudy Conners (Robot)
Rex Sloan (Rex Splode)
Cecil Stedman
Omni-Man (Nolan Grayson)
Discussion points
How did you feel about Mark's journey of discovering his powers? What challenges do you think he faced?
In what ways do the characters in the story show courage and resilience? Can you give examples?
What role do you think teamwork plays in the story? How do the characters work together to overcome obstacles?
If you had powers like Mark, how would you use them to help people around you?
Who was your favorite character and why? How do you relate to this character?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the discussion, listen to your child's thoughts about the story without interruption to understand their perspective.
Encourage empathy by asking your child to put themselves in the place of different characters and explore how they might feel in various situations.
Discuss the moral dilemmas presented in the book and ask your child how they would act in similar scenarios, emphasizing the importance of ethical decision-making.
Highlight real-life examples of courage and resilience that mirror the situations in the book to make the themes more relevant and understandable.
Praise your child’s insights and encourage them to share more by showing genuine interest in their ideas and feelings about the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist, Mark Grayson, inherits superpowers from his father and learns about the responsibilities that come with these powers.
Real-World Application: Children can learn that every action has consequences and they are responsible for the choices they make, much like Mark learns to handle his powers responsibly.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Throughout the story, Mark faces various challenges and setbacks but continually pushes forward, showcasing his resilience.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of difficulties, encouraging them to not give up even when things get tough.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Mark often tries to understand and help people in distress, demonstrating empathy and compassion.
Real-World Application: This lesson highlights the significance of understanding others' feelings and situations, which can help children develop stronger social skills and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The narrative shows Mark collaborating with other superheroes to tackle larger threats and achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of working together and contributing their unique skills to accomplish tasks more effectively.
Example Lesson: Ethical Decision Making
Explanation: Mark is faced with complex moral dilemmas where he has to make choices that reflect his values.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of making decisions based on ethics and morals, and the impact these decisions can have on themselves and others.