In "The Boys" Season 4, Butcher meets Joe Kessler, a figure from his past who serves as a mentor and confidant. However, a shocking twist is revealed in Episode 6: Joe Kessler is not real.
Butcher, suffering from a brain tumor, has been hallucinating Kessler throughout the season. The real Kessler was a soldier who died in the war, and Butcher's tumor has distorted his memories, creating this imaginary version of him. This twist adds a layer of complexity to Butcher's character, highlighting his deteriorating mental state and the inner turmoil he faces.
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