A-Train - The Boys

A-Train, real name Reginald Franklin, is a speedster and one of the founding members of The Seven in *The Boys* comics. Known for his incredible speed and youthful arrogance, he serves as the world’s fastest man and a key face for Vought International’s superhero branding. Obsessed with staying on top, A-Train’s life is fueled by competition, corporate manipulation, and the need to remain relevant. His dependence on Compound V to maintain his edge ultimately reveals the darker side of being a supe, where ambition often collides with morality. Though outwardly charismatic, A-Train’s reckless actions and lack of accountability make him both a tragic and controversial figure in the world of The Boys.

A-Train is cocky, competitive, and status-driven, defining himself through speed and fame. He thrives on adoration and validation, often masking his insecurities with bravado and arrogance. His addiction to Compound V reflects both his desperation to stay relevant and his fear of being replaced. Despite his loyalty to The Seven, his priorities are self-centered, often choosing personal success over morality or loyalty. He is impulsive, prone to recklessness, and easily influenced by corporate pressures. Yet beneath his vanity and flaws, there are glimpses of vulnerability—an insecure young man who fears irrelevance more than death itself.

Fans of *The Boys* comics often view A-Train as a complex yet flawed character who embodies the worst aspects of celebrity culture. While some admire his raw speed and flashy persona, many criticize him for his arrogance, selfishness, and lack of accountability. His drug dependency and reckless behavior serve as commentary on the destructive nature of fame and power. Readers often see A-Train as a tragic figure—a man trapped by his own ego and corporate manipulation. While not the most likable supe, he remains a key character who highlights the moral decay behind Vought’s superhero empire.

"I’m the fastest man alive!"

"No one can outrun A-Train!"

"Speed is everything. Without it, I’m nothing."

"I gotta stay on top, no matter what it takes."

Running, Music

• Homelander

  Trust

  40%
  Type

  Rival

  • Homelander mocks A-Train’s reliance on drugs (Trust -20%)

• Hughie Campbell

  Trust

  10%
  Type

  Rival

  • Accidentally kills Hughie’s girlfriend during a high-speed run (Trust -50%)

• The Seven

  Trust

  60%
  Type

  Family

  • Accepted into The Seven by Vought (Trust +30%)

Images represent character appearances.