The planet Viltrum is introduced as a utopian society advanced in technology and benevolence.
Nolan Grayson, known as Omni-Man, is a superhero defending Earth, originally from Viltrum.
Viltrumites are depicted as nearly human but possess superpowers like flight, super strength, and durability.
The False History of Viltrum
Viltrum was initially presented as a peaceful and perfect society.
The council decided to share their advanced society with less developed worlds through a World Betterment Committee.
The committee's three-stage plan involved identifying potential planets, dispatching warships for protection, and sending scientists to advance these societies.
Earth was considered too far for Viltrumite influence, leading Nolan to choose to protect it himself.
The True History of Viltrum
Viltrum's supposed perfection was achieved through a violent purge where weaker members were eliminated.
The real Viltrumite agenda was intergalactic conquest, not benevolence.
They established a militaristic empire expanding their rule over planets deemed technologically inferior.
Viltrumite society is military-focused with strict hierarchies, loyalty, and a culture of war.
Nolan's Mission and Revelation
Nolan was sent to Earth as a sleeper agent to prepare it for Viltrumite conquest.
He fell in love with Earth and started a family, causing him to question his mission.
Nolan revealed the truth about the Viltrumite Empire to his son Mark, which led to a confrontation.
The Viltrumite Empire's Golden Age and Downfall
Argal the Great established Viltrum's golden age, expanding the empire while maintaining internal peace.
The assassination of Argal by Thadeus initiated the Great Purge.
Thrag covered up the betrayal and continued the expansion, which eventually overextended the empire.
The Rise of the Coalition of Planets
Thadeus established the Coalition of Planets to resist Viltrumite expansion.
Created a virus using Viltrumite blood that decimated their population.
Only a few Viltrumites survived, leading to propaganda about the empire's strength.
The Planet Viltrum's Destruction
The Coalition, led by Omni-Man and others, attacked Viltrum leading to its destruction.
The Viltrumites relocated to Earth under a truce with Mark Grayson.
The Legacy of the Viltrumite Empire
Nolan becomes the second emperor, reforming Viltrumite society towards benevolence.
Mark Grayson eventually ascends as the third emperor, leading a peaceful Viltrumite race.
The story of the Viltrumites is one of tragedy, transformation, and ultimately finding common ground with humanity.
Conclusion
The Viltrumites' history is complex, filled with false narratives and eventual redemption.
The transformation of the Viltrumites reflects themes of power, change, and humanity.