Even before "The Last of Us 2" gets officially confirmed, hundreds of speculations about the sequel's plot has made their way online.
While most fans don't agree with who or who shouldn't return, majority are still clamouring for Joel and Ellie's return. What lies ahead for the duo?
In an article published by Movie Pilot, speculations about Joel's death and Ellie's solo journey were revealed.
"Joel on the other hand, while I think making him the bad guy is a terrible idea, I do think his story is coming to a close," the article stated. "The way I always picture his story ending is, him dying to save or protect Ellie."
"I picture a scene were Joel dies by Ellie's side, that would be a call back to the scene in the first last of us where Joel's daughter, Sarah, dies in his arms."
"Joel's last words to Ellie would be that he lied about the fire flies, but he'd die before he could tell her what really happened. After that heart breaking scene, Ellie would go on a soul searching journey to find out what really happened with the fire flies. This Journey would take up most of the game," the article continued.
In terms of getting a new lead when "The Last of Us 2" is concerned, speculations thrive.
"A prequel starring Marlene, with an investigation into how she became the leader of the Fireflies would be really interesting,"Movie Pilot noted. "It would give us the opportunity to see what it was like in the years straight after the outbreak."
"Joel's brother is an absolute hero in The Last of Us. In the opening moments of the game he saves his brother's life and the way that he helps him later in the game is beautiful. But would you guys want to take control of Tommy in the sequel? We could explore the years that he was part of the fireflies, his split-up with Joel and how he moved out to set up the base we're reunited with him in."
Who between Marlene and Tommy would make a good lead in "The Last of Us 2?"
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