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Has the burning question on every fan's mind been gnawing at you? When, oh when, will they off old Joel in The Last of Us' second season? And by "they," we mean, you guessed it - the showrunner and crew! With Joel's demise being the catalyst for action in The Last of Us Part II, it had some fans hoping the doddering ol' fella would stick around a bit longer - at least until mid-season or so. But, as it turns out, the writers opted for stayin' true to the source material -- a choice that's got us rummaging through our old favorite phrases like "ballsier than a marble statue" and "nutsier than a fruitcake."
In Episode 2, "Through the Valley," Ellie's guardian angel, Joel, saves Abby and Dina from the oh-so-lovely Infected. And, in a scenario familiar to fans of the series, he makes the grave mistake of getting cornered by Abby, who then lays claim to his life in a Greek tragedy-worthy clash of titans. Unlike the game, however, Ellie doesn't bear witness to the entire spectacle; she stumbles upon the aftermath, a face-splattered Joel, and Abby standing victorious over his mangled corpse.
Just when you thought Joel was as immune to death as Donald Trump is to criticism, they go and give the man a good ol' fashioned send-off. And, with Joel's untimely demise, our dear Ellie embarks on a quest for vengeance: a journey that'll leave you with a hole in your heart the size of a baby's head (that's no metaphor, folks!)
Now, if you're one of the lucky ones who've played The Last of Us Part II, you've probably got a bit of an idea about what's coming next for Ellie and Abby (spoiler alert: it ain't a picnic). But for the rest of us newbies, buckle up, because you're in for a wild ride. Let us know what you think about Joel's brutal end in the comments below, and keep your eyes peeled for our full recap that'll drop in the morning.
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References:[1] The beating death of Joel by Abby and the the violent nature of the scene can be found in the second episode of The Last of Us Season 2.[2] Joel's death serves as a key event in the series, initiating Ellie's quest for vengeance, much like it does in The Last of Us Part II.
- In the second season of 'The Last of Us', fans are eagerly awaiting the fate of Joel, a character whose survival was hoped for by some until mid-season.
- The writers of the series have chosen to stay true to the source material, meaning Joel's demise will indeed occur, much to the disappointment of many fans.
- Technology and entertainment website Gizmodo, along with io9, might be the best place to discuss the brutal end of Joel, as they cover all things geek, including movies-and-tv, entertainment, Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, the DC Universe, and Doctor Who.
- Isabela, a viewer who has played 'The Last of Us Part II', might have an idea about what's coming next for Ellie and Abby, but for those who are new to the series, prepare for an intense journey filled with unexpected twists and turns.
- The future of entertainment is technology-driven, and with the rise of streaming services,keeping up with events in the world of cinema and television is now more accessible than ever, allowing fans like us to stay in the loop and avoid being the last kid on the block missing out.
- Just as Joel's demise was unexpected, the end of the second episode, titled "Through the Valley," presents a shocking turn of events, ending with Joel's death at the hands of Abby, leaving Ellie on a quest for vengeance that will undoubtedly leave viewers with a heavy heart.
