In Episode 2, “Through the Valley,” of The Last of Us Season 2, the series delivers its most gut-wrenching hour yet. As a haunting new chapter unfolds, Joel’s brutal fate sends shockwaves through the group, forcing Ellie to confront unimaginable grief. Meanwhile, Abby’s violent arrival marks a dramatic turning point, setting the stage for a dark spiral of vengeance. From Jackson’s fall to rising tensions, this episode changes everything—and no one walks away the same.