The Last of Us Made a Surprising Change to One Major Character With Just One Line

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Across various types of entertainment, the apocalypse serves as a backdrop for characters to let their basic instincts take over. For instance, in the Mad Max series, people engage in fierce battles over valuable resources using customized vehicles, while Snowpiercer shows the underprivileged class on a train consuming insects to stay alive. HBO’s The Last of Us might not be as outlandish as these examples, but it certainly delves into the complexities of humanity and how it adapts following societal breakdown. In this show, David’s group resorts to cannibalism to endure harsh Colorado winters, and Season 2 introduces a fanatical cult with no qualms about brutally killing their foes.

Initially, the Seraphites may appear benign as they journey peacefully towards their new home, but as The Last of Us Season 2 unfolds, it becomes evident that they are just as threatening as the Washington Liberation Front, and they seem to be controlled by an enigmatic figure who is depicted in artwork throughout Seattle.

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for The Last of Us Part II video game!

The Seraphites Have Their Own Way of Doing Things in The Last of Us

Upon reaching Seattle, Ellie and Dina encounter a grisly sight – the remains of a group of Seraphites. Since they are unarmed and there are children among them, Ellie sees this as further proof that Abby’s group needs to be confronted. However, their visit to the WLF outpost alters their understanding. They find slain WLF soldiers with their intestines exposed and the phrase “Feel Her Love” scrawled in blood on the wall, suggesting that the Seraphites are not merely retaliating but are engaged in a battle driven by someone’s cause.

Isaac’s actions as leader of the WLF only intensify the ongoing conflict between his group and the Seraphites, as he is a troubled person who has experience in controlling others yet seems unfazed by the act of tormenting the Seraphites, whom he calls “Scars.” The history of their clash reaches back several years, though the specifics are unclear at best. A treaty between them was once established, as hinted in Season 2 of ‘The Last of Us,’ but it no longer exists. It’s reasonable to assume that at some point, both sides reached an agreement, but given the current state of hostilities, it appears that something or someone – possibly this “her” the Seraphites keep referring to – disrupted that truce.

The Seraphites Feel More Than One Person’s Love in The Last of Us Season 2

Delving deeper into Seattle uncovers more Seraphite promotional material for Dina and Ellie. They spot symbols and depictions of a woman in white who appears to be their religious leader. However, the season finale confuses this notion by introducing another artwork featuring a Black woman as the prophet, with Ellie questioning if there are multiple prophets. The series doesn’t delve into this mystery further due to Ellie’s other pressing matters, but it seems that Season 3 will delve into the Seraphite history, particularly during the attack on their island.

In contrast to the game, where only one prophet exists among the Seraphites who dies before Ellie reaches Seattle, causing war between the Seraphites and the WLF, the show might present a different scenario. Instead of the elders taking control following the prophet’s death, another individual may assume the role of prophet or create separate factions. This change could significantly impact Abby’s narrative, as it’s plausible that the new prophet harbors ill intentions towards the WLF and might not hesitate to eliminate them when they approach. The exact way this affects Abby’s storyline is yet to be revealed.

The Last of Us Season 2 is streaming on HBO Max.

In the second season of “The Last of Us,” did you notice Ellie mentioning that there are multiple Seraphite prophets? I’m curious about how this revelation might influence the plot in Season 3.

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2025-05-30 01:15