Though The Boyshas become the most iconic and definitive parody of modern superhero stories, there was a time when Watchmenheld that title. Watchmen redefined the superhero genre, taking it from traditional capes and tights to gritty realism. Now, Garth Ennis, co-creator of The Boys, has spoken out, claiming that Watchmen’s true message was lost on its fans, and that The Boys carries its torch forward.