Does Arthur not get tuberculosis?

In the context of Red Dead Redemption 2, Arthur Morgan‘s contraction of tuberculosis (TB) is a pivotal and irreversible plot point, meaning that within the game’s storyline, Arthur does indeed get tuberculosis and there is no narrative path where he avoids this fate. The progression of TB in the game significantly affects the narrative, making it a critical element in Arthur‘s story and the overall plot of Red Dead Redemption 2.

Understanding the Context of Arthur’s TB

The Significance of TB in RDR2

The inclusion of tuberculosis in Red Dead Redemption 2 serves to underscore the harsh realities of life in the late 19th century, where diseases like TB were prevalent and often fatal. Arthur Morgan‘s illness is a dramatic device that adds depth to his character and impacts the decisions he makes throughout the game.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there a way Arthur doesn’t get tuberculosis?

• No, within the narrative of Red Dead Redemption 2, there is no way for Arthur Morgan to avoid contracting tuberculosis. The only way to technically keep Arthur alive and not progressing with TB is by not continuing with the story missions.

1. Why didn’t Arthur cough on Micah?

• Arthur was aware of his illness and likely made an effort to avoid coughing on others, including Micah, to prevent the spread of tuberculosis.

1. What would happen if Arthur didn’t have TB?

• If Arthur didn’t contract TB, the storyline of Red Dead Redemption 2 would likely have been significantly different, with potential changes in how the gang dynamics played out and the ultimate fate of certain characters.

1. How long does Arthur have TB for?

• Arthur Morgan has tuberculosis for approximately 3-6 months within the game’s timeline, as the game predominantly takes place in 1899.

1. What happens if you don’t go visit Thomas Downes?

• Visiting Thomas Downes is a critical event that leads to Arthur contracting TB. Not visiting him would mean Arthur does not contract tuberculosis from this specific encounter, but this is not an option within the game’s narrative.

1. Who did Arthur catch TB from?

• Arthur Morgan contracts tuberculosis from Thomas Downes, a character he interacts with early in the game.

1. Did Dutch know Arthur was sick?

• While Dutch Van der Linde is portrayed as being aware that Arthur is not well, his obsession with his own goals and survival means he does not address Arthur‘s health directly.

1. Could Arthur have killed Micah without TB?

• Yes, it’s suggested that if Arthur hadn’t been weakened by tuberculosis, he might have been able to overpower and kill Micah Bell in their final confrontation.

1. Where does Dutch go after killing Micah?

• After helping John Marston and Sadie Adler deal with Micah, Dutch walks away, his ultimate fate at this point being to disappear, only to be tracked down and killed by John in the first Red Dead Redemption game.

1. Would Hosea side with Arthur?

   • It’s likely that Hosea Matthews would have sided with Arthur if given the choice, considering their close relationship and shared history within the gang.

2. Could Arthur have beaten Micah if he wasn’t sick?

   • Given Arthur‘s physical strength and abilities, it’s plausible that he could have overpowered Micah if he hadn’t been weakened by tuberculosis.

3. Why did Dutch shoot Micah?

   • Dutch shoots Micah as a form of redemption, acknowledging Micah‘s betrayal and role in the downfall of the gang, and indirectly, as a nod to Arthur‘s wishes.

4. Why did Dutch side with Micah?

   • Dutch initially sides with Micah due to a combination of Micah‘s loyalty, his own narcissistic tendencies, and possibly because Micah had saved his life in the past.

5. Will there be a Red Dead Redemption 3?

   • While there has been no official announcement from Rockstar Games, there are hints and teasers suggesting that a sequel could be in development, though no release date has been confirmed.

6. Is it possible to stop Arthur from dying?

   • No, within the game’s narrative, Arthur Morgan‘s death from tuberculosis is unavoidable, serving as a dramatic conclusion to his story arc in Red Dead Redemption 2.