Eugene is a key character in the hugely popular & award-winning video game series “The Last of Us”. He is a loyal friend to Tommy, who just so happens to be Joel’s brother. Provided courtesy Christian Sloan Their adventure unfolds across the post-apocalyptic wilderness of Jackson, Wyoming. Eugene has an incredible ability to grow amazing cannabis indoors and outdoors year-round. His character provides a deeper and more vibrant story, as well as relationships that reverberate throughout the plot. He’s a leading voice outside of gaming, too. Joe Pantoliano played the role in the TV series.
Eugene’s Background and Relationships
In the multiplayer game, Eugene makes his entrance as an ex-Firefly. Despite its small size, this organization is deeply committed to finding a cure for the fungal infection killing more than half of humanity. Once he leaves his past life behind, he’s a patrolman in Jackson. There, he finds a new mission in defending his adoptive city’s downtown. His friendship with Dina, another major character, showcases his mentoring spirit.
Dina really likes it when Eugene teaches her things about electronics. His leadership is key to the success and continued success of everyone under him. This bond serves to reinforce Eugene’s importance as a staging and mobilization point for emergency response and relief aid. As a teacher and as a friend, he is much more than a survivor.
The Turning Point: Eugene’s Death
Eugene’s death becomes an important pivot point in the story, drawing heartfelt reactions from characters like King Ezekiel, Michonne and Gabriel. Faced by this corner, in a tragic turn of events, Joel is fingered for Eugene’s murder by Gail, Eugene’s widow. Gail confronts Joel with raw emotion, stating:
“You shot and killed my husband. You killed Eugene. And I resent you for it. No. Maybe a little more than that. I hate you for it. I hate you for it. And yes, I know you had no choice. I know that. I know I should forgive you. Well I’ve tried, and I can’t. Because of how you did it. And looking at your face, sitting in our home, makes me so f