‘Invincible’: Here’s Why Atom Eve Gained Weight

When we dive into the world of ‘Invincible’, one character who stands out is Samantha Eve Wilkins, better known as Atom Eve. She’s a superhero with the power to manipulate matter at a subatomic level, making her one of the most fascinating figures in Robert Kirkman’s comic series and the Amazon Prime animated show. Her journey isn’t just about fighting villains—it’s also about her personal battles and growth. A topic that’s caught a lot of attention is Atom Eve’s weight gain in the comics (show didn’t catch up to it yet). It’s a detail that adds depth to her story, showing how even superheroes face real human challenges.

I’ve always found ‘Invincible’ refreshing because it doesn’t shy away from showing its characters as flawed and relatable. Atom Eve, voiced by Gillian Jacobs in the animated series, isn’t just a powerhouse—she’s a person with emotions, struggles, and a life that doesn’t always go as planned. Her weight gain isn’t some random plot twist thrown in for shock value. It ties directly into her experiences and the toll they take on her. As we explore her story, it’s clear this change reflects the weight of her challenges, both emotional and physical, making her one of the most human characters in the ‘Invincible’ universe.

Eve has her own fair share of struggles

Atom Eve’s life has never been easy. From the start, she was created as part of a government experiment to build a superhuman weapon. Her biological mother, Polly, died during childbirth, and Eve was raised by adoptive parents, Adam and Betsy Wilkins. Growing up, she clashed with her strict father, who didn’t fully support her superhero path. Add to that the trauma of losing her unborn siblings to a mad scientist before the main ‘Invincible’ story even begins, and you’ve got a young woman carrying a lot of baggage.

Then there’s her rocky love life. Early on, she dated Rex Splode, a fellow Teen Team member, but that ended when he cheated on her with Dupli-Kate. It left her hurt and questioning her worth, even as she tried to focus on being a hero. Later, her relationship with Mark Grayson—aka Invincible—brought new challenges. Being with someone whose life is constantly in danger isn’t simple, and Eve often found herself caught between her feelings and the chaos of their world. These struggles piled up, showing us she’s not invincible in the emotional sense.

What makes Eve special is how she handles all this. She’s got powers that let her reshape reality, but she can’t escape her human side. In the comics, we see her step away from fighting to use her abilities for good—like creating resources for people in need. But even that doesn’t shield her from pain. Her weight gain later on feels like a natural outcome of everything she’s been through, a reminder that even heroes have breaking points.

Mark’s absence affected Eve

Mark Grayson’s departure for the Viltrumite War was a turning point for Eve. In the comics, he leaves Earth for ten months to fight alongside his father, Nolan, and Allen the Alien against the Viltrumite threat. For Eve, this wasn’t just a long-distance relationship—it was a period of fear and uncertainty. She didn’t know if Mark would come back alive, and that fear hit her hard. On top of that, she was pregnant with his child, a secret she kept to herself at first, which only added to her stress.

During those ten months, Eve’s life changed. She lost the baby through an abortion, a decision that left her devastated. With Mark gone and no one to lean on, she stopped using her powers as much. Normally, her abilities burn a ton of calories—think of it like constant exercise. Without that, and with depression creeping in, her body started to reflect her emotional state. She gained weight, going from the fit superhero we knew to someone visibly heavier when Mark finally returned.

When he did come back, Mark found Eve in a different place—both mentally and physically. He was just happy to see her alive, and their reunion showed how much he loved her, no matter what. For Eve, though, this time apart had been a rough patch. Her weight gain wasn’t about laziness—it was about grief, loss, and the toll of waiting for someone she wasn’t sure would return. It’s a raw, honest moment in ‘Invincible’ that makes her story hit home.