‘The Last of Us’ Co-Creator Craig Mazin Dissects That Feared Final Moment of Season Two
Craig Mazin frequently emphasizes making the narrative as realistic as possible by keeping characters grounded with human flaws and vulnerabilities. In The Last of Us, characters aren’t invulnerable; not every scenario has a favorable outcome. As Mazin explains, “It’s crucial to instill that sense of vulnerability in characters like Ellie because plot armor exists. They endure harrowing ordeals, and if we or anyone else were in those situations, it would seem impossible to escape. But they manage to survive time and again. That’s why it’s essential to acknowledge the feeling of helplessness, such as when a character like Ellie is left with nothing but pleading for help, when her hero and father are on the verge of death.
