Episode 7 of The Last of Us , titled is a poignant departure from the main timeline. It adapts the acclaimed expansion pack of the same name from the original game.

: We finally see why Ellie is so terrified of being alone.

: Riley promises Ellie five wonders, including a working carousel and a photo booth.

: Riley reveals she has joined the Fireflies, creating a rift between her and Ellie.

In the "now," Ellie is desperately trying to save a wounded Joel in a basement.

: The girls find joy in things we take for granted, like escalators and arcade games.

The episode shifts focus to Ellie's backstory, specifically her life in a FEDRA military boarding school and her relationship with her best friend, Riley. 🏬 The Setting: A Mall Frozen in Time