Consequences of Picking Pete or Nick?
I've played episode 1 twice, I picked Pete the first time because in my opinion it was the right thing to do, and Nick still managed to escape anyway- so I'm hoping he's still alive, as despite him coming off as an ass he seems to have some potential. The second time, I ran over to Nick- Pete was overwhelmed, Nick shot all the walkers and seemed very pissed at Clementine. So, I'm debating with myself what the consequences will be, and I'd like to know what you think. I'll give you my two theories.
1) Saving Pete: You managed to escape, you get to the safe house- you cut his leg off, as it seems quite early in comparison to Lee- I think he might survive, however he'll end up like Hershel which means he'll need crutches to support him, also if it's just him and Clementine- there's no way Clementine could support his weight back to the Cabin, maybe she can? But if he's taken back to the cabin, there's no way he'll make it to the mountains- as it's quite a tough journey. I think he'll either die from the amputation or bite, or he'll have a last stand of sorts at the house- armed with a rifle and sat on a stool, against Carvers group.
As for Nick's fate, I don't think walkers killed him (though they may have)- I actually think as he ran off he's been captured by Carvers gang, and will then be used as a bargaining chip to suffice his own needs as he wants the group for some reason, so then a choice will have to be made- and he'll live or die depending on that.
2) Saving Nick: So, with this option there's nothing that can be done to save Pete and Pete dies, Nick seems pretty pissed off and in the preview and he's drinking alcohol due to his anger, much like Kenny was seen doing from episodes 3-5, Pete was the last family he had left. So, I'm hoping he makes it back to the house, but we see a change in his character- as they've mentioned, I think we'll see a more aggro like Nick, who'll need time to forgive Clementine and he'll go through a rough patch. But, I think he's one of the more capable members of the group so I hope he doesn't die in episode 2, but I can see him wanting to fight Carver than run, and we'll see an interesting development in his character.
Though, I'll be annoyed if in either option- both of them end up dying in episode 2, as it will make the critical decision seem pointless, either way Nick at least should survive past episode 2. But, I'd like to know your theories on this and the consequences of your choice.
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1) Saving Pete: You managed to escape, you get to the safe house- you cut his leg off, as it seems quite early in comparison to Lee- I think he might survive, however he'll end up like Hershel which means he'll need crutches to support him, also if it's just him and Clementine- there's no way Clementine could support his weight back to the Cabin, maybe she can? But if he's taken back to the cabin, there's no way he'll make it to the mountains- as it's quite a tough journey. I think he'll either die from the amputation or bite, or he'll have a last stand of sorts at the house- armed with a rifle and sat on a stool, against Carvers group.
I personally think its too late for Pete even if he cuts off his leg. It would have to be done within minutes like with Hershel's leg. By the time Clem and Pete escape to safety, i'd say it's too late. I think Pete dies either way, he's not seen with the group later in the ep 2 preview, so its possible something else happens or he could stay behind as you said because of amputating his leg.
"As for Nick's fate, I don't think walkers killed him (though they may have)- I actually think as he ran off he's been captured by Carvers gang, and will then be used as a bargaining chip to suffice his own needs as he wants the group for some reason, so then a choice will have to be made- and he'll live or die depending on that."
I like this theory yeah, he could be captured and used to blackmail the group or something. I'm pretty sure they wouldn't kill Nick off seeing as he's seen running into the woods, he'll probably show up later. I think he's going to be important later. Why else would there be a choice to accept his apology for nearly shooting clem? We will see!
"2) Saving Nick: So, with this option there's nothing that can be done to save Pete and Pete dies, Nick seems pretty pissed off and in the preview and he's drinking alcohol due to his anger, much like Kenny was seen doing from episodes 3-5, Pete was the last family he had left. So, I'm hoping he makes it back to the house, but we see a change in his character- as they've mentioned, I think we'll see a more aggro like Nick, who'll need time to forgive Clementine and he'll go through a rough patch. But, I think he's one of the more capable members of the group so I hope he doesn't die in episode 2, but I can see him wanting to fight Carver than run, and we'll see an interesting development in his character."
Yes i agree, the excuse for him in not appearing with the rest of the group could be because he's pissed at Clem for not helping Pete and is too upset/angry to join the others. And as mentioned with Pete before, if saving him, he prob cuts his leg off and stays behind due to being incapacitated. Could be interesting if the group returned later and he'd become a walker!
"Though, I'll be annoyed if in either option- both of them end up dying in episode 2, as it will make the critical decision seem pointless, either way Nick at least should survive past episode 2."
I completely agree with you! Lets hope!
Yeah, I agree- they both seem like capable survives. People keep comparing Nick to Ben, I think he's more like Kenny. As he's capable of killing walkers, as seen at the end of the episode- he's not scared, just a little rash in his thinking and decisions.
You can't really know if the amputation worked. The only exemples we have are either almost instantaneous (Hershel, Morgan) or hours later (Lee).
I picked Pete and I really hope the amputation will work, simply for the fact that I don't want one of those "Doesn't matter what you pick X thing will happen", forcing me to rewind and change my mind not be hated by someone.
But Season 1 shown one thing, every single person you could save will die anyway. I just hope it's a bit different this time... For some reason I really like Pete. I don't really hate Nick by the way, he apologized and I accepted, even going as far as say that it wasn't really his fault and that I understood.
Episode 2 can't come soon enough.
Well in the comics when Dale was bit he waited a while before cutting it off and survived. Lee most likely only died because of blood loss. Remember, the game is more like the comics not TV show
I hope it isn't like Doug and Carley. They could be killed whomever we choose but I hope it isn't in Ep2. Neither Nick or Pete appear in the cabin or the walk to the mountains in the Ep2 preview. Basically what I mean is I hope they aren't mostly inconsequential like how Doug and Carley didn't really involve themselves in group discussions much
I'm hoping that at first its worse if you pick Nick though if you pick Nick he eventually becomes more of a strong characater with out being overshadowed by Pete
Pete dies Nick lives no matter what is what I'm predicting
Well in past choices it didn't seem to matter at all. Doesn't matter if you save Doug or Carley (both die in Episode 3), doesn't matter if you leave Lilly or take her with you (she steals the RV anyway), doesn't matter whether or not you save Ben (he still dies), doesn't matter if you chop off your arm (still die and you have the same amount of time), and it doesn't even matter what you tell Clementine to do because she still finds Omid and Christa. The only things that seem to matter from Season One so far are whether or not you shoot Molly from Season One and what you tell Clementine before you die (Stay away from cities, find a group, etc.). Everything else remains exactly the same throughout.
Hopefully they might make 2 different endings or story paths throughout the series this time
Agreed. Nick could be a great character if used properly. His Uncle Pete is great too though
Nick and Pete aren't in the trailer at all except for the intro. Hopefully it doesn't mean Doug and Carley again in Ep2. Could be Telltale just wanted it to be mysterious and left them out
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You ... completely missed the point. I was refering to the time needed before it is "too late". I'm saying the only exemples we have are either almost instantaneous or hours later, thus in Pete's situation (maybe 20 minutes later ? The time to get back to the house) we won't know until we get Episode 2.
i think regardless of what you choose Pete will die and Nick will live i dont think we saw the last of Nick even if you choose to save Pete
Petes a goner. Obviously if you saved him he might hang around for the majority of the episode or heck he might make it to episode 3 but he will be dead before the story concludes.
I'm pretty sure if you do manage to save him he will hang around for a while. But as you said,not until the end of the season that's for sure. Although i think he is the one Rebecca cheats Alvin with. Nick and Luke doesn't seem likely to me, unless of course it's Carlos... Now that would be a twist.
Pete really doesn't seem like the person who'd do it. I think it was Carver or one of his people which may not have been consented. This group left
As far as I remember Nick is still on the side of the River facing the cabin. Meaning when he runs away he is in fact running back home.
He could be captured by whomever massacred the river people or be found killed though
I am worried that Pete will die regardless, here's why:
1. Remember when Lee had to cut off the teacher's leg in a bear-trap, he died due to huge loss of blood and presumably shock. In the preview it looks like Pete and Clem are stuck in an almost empty shed with no material to cover up any wounds, never mind bandages to stop the bleeding.
2. Correct me if I'm wrong, I've heard that the amputation can only get rid of the danger if it is done almost immediately, so Pete and Clem better find that shed or whatever it is fast
3. My biggest concern about all of this is that the cabin group will remember what happened last time they had a bite victim and either abandon him or kill him. They could do what they did with Clem and lock him in the shed, but if the group is forced into a hasty escape (which it looks like in the preview for Episode 2) they won't have time to do this, meaning they might try to mercy kill him or just forcefully ensure he doesn't come back to get them e.g. tie them up.
Either way, I'm guessing Nick will be very traumatised and I don't think he'll be around much either, since he isn't seen for the most part of the preview
If Clementine takes the watch in the house in episode one, do you think we will be able to tighten it around his leg when its cut off to stop the bleeding?
whatever happens, the watch will have pretty big significance in my opinion. With it being left like that in a drawer instead of being worn makes me think it originally belonged to someone other than the current cabin group e.g. Nick's mum or even Carver, so it might have emotional significance to some characters. I chose not to take it because I at first assumed it belonged to a current cabin member and it would have a huge effect on the group's trust
Just today the season two episode two trailer was launched and Nick is in it and Pete no .Telltale wouldnt have putted Nick in it except if he is gonna definitly be on season two so i think anyway Pete will die and Nick will live an it only will affect on your relation with Nick and the other cabin survivors