The Last of Us Season Two Sends Fans Spiraling

The anticipated second episode of The Last of Us season two has aired, and it has fans buzzing—though perhaps "buzzing" isn't the right word. Spoiler alert: this episode contains a shocking twist that left viewers reeling.

A Heart-Wrenching Goodbye

In a moment that fans knew was coming, but perhaps not so soon, Joel is brutally killed by Abby, leading to an emotional upheaval among the audience. While actors Pedro Pascal (Joel) and Kaitlyn Dever (Abby) seemed to share a strong bond off-screen, the scene itself was heart-wrenching, especially for those unfamiliar with the game's storyline.

Fan Reactions Are Pouring In

Reactions have flooded social media. One viewer expressed their despair, saying, "Ellie lying next to Joel’s dead body was devastating, far worse than in the game." Another lamented the tragic moment when Joel, ready to accept death, fought for survival upon hearing Ellie calling out for him.

Denial and Humor Amidst Grief

Some fans are in denial, claiming, "Joel's death was just a hallucination. He’s fine!" Others joked that they might need to take time off work due to the emotional toll. One particularly comical post depicted Pascal against a backdrop of ocean waves, captioned, "New photo of Pedro Pascal swimming in our tears."

A Grim Future for Tommy and More to Come

Compounding the tragedy, Tommy remains unaware of his brother's grim fate, leaving viewers to ponder how this revelation will unfold. Yet, there is optimism as Naughty Dog and HBO have confirmed a third season is on the way, with showrunner Craig Mazin declaring the new season has exceeded expectations.

As fans collectively mourn, they can take solace in the fact that although Joel’s story has taken a dark turn, he at least knew he was handsome before his tragic demise—something Abby reminds viewers of throughout the episodes.