How to Save Kate, Gabe, and David in The Walking Dead: A New Frontier
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The burning question for many players of The Walking Dead: A New Frontier is, “Can I save everyone?” Unfortunately, the game is designed to force difficult choices, and saving Kate, Gabe, and David simultaneously is impossible. You can, however, make choices to save two of them. Here’s a breakdown of the possibilities and the necessary steps.
The Core Dilemma: Impossible Choices
The game presents a crucial branching point near the end: You must choose between going with Kate to help save Richmond or following David and Gabe. This single choice fundamentally dictates who lives and who dies.
- To Save Kate: You (as Javier) need to accompany her to Richmond. This choice means you abandon David and Gabe, leaving their fates uncertain.
- To Save David and Gabe: You and/or Clementine must follow David. This path ensures their survival but leaves Kate vulnerable.
The key takeaway is this: There is no path that leads to the survival of all three characters. The game’s narrative is designed around this difficult choice, forcing players to prioritize.
Saving David and Gabe: A Focused Approach
The only way to ensure both David and Gabe’s survival is to follow David with Clementine. This decision means abandoning Kate’s efforts to save Richmond, and ultimately, leading to her demise. Here are the specific steps you will need to take:
- Choose to go after David: During the crucial choice in Episode 5, prioritize your pursuit of David over going to Richmond with Kate.
- Clementine must be there: You and Clementine need to go after David. This is critical for his and Gabe’s survival.
- Prepare for loss: By focusing on saving David and Gabe, you must accept that Kate’s survival is impossible.
- Accept the outcome: Remember that the game is designed to present difficult moral choices. The consequences of your actions are permanent.
Saving Kate: At the Expense of David
If you prioritize saving Kate, you must make the difficult decision to abandon David and Gabe. Here’s how to maximize Kate’s chances of survival:
- Choose to go with Kate to Richmond: When faced with the choice, ensure that Javi (you) goes with her. This commitment significantly impacts her survival.
- Show her that you care: In earlier episodes, small choices like answering the phone call in the diner, or standing up for her will increase her chances of surviving. These actions demonstrate your support and affection.
- Make the “Afraid” Choice with Jamie: In the sequence where Jamie is crushed, Kate needs to make sure that Jamie has the screwdriver and that you select the “Afraid” option, which makes her beg Jamie not to die.
- Accept the sacrifice: To save Kate, you are sacrificing David. This is the difficult trade off.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can you save David without cutting his leg?
No. In the beartrap incident, the only way to free David is to chop off his leg. There is no other method to save him. It’s a brutal but necessary choice to advance the plot.
2. Why is saving both Kate and David impossible?
The game’s narrative is built around the conflict between protecting family versus doing what is right. The plot forces players into a no-win situation, where choices have major repercussions.
3. Is David a bad guy in The Walking Dead?
David starts out as a protective, albeit controlling, leader, but he gradually becomes more violent and hostile. This makes him a complex character who is considered a tertiary antagonist in the game.
4. Does Clementine lose her leg?
Yes, in The Walking Dead: The Final Season, Clementine is bitten and has her leg amputated by AJ. This is how she survives the bite.
5. Who is Kate to Javier?
Kate is Javier’s stepmother, David’s ex-wife, and potentially Javier’s girlfriend. Her relationship with Javier is complicated and influenced by his choices throughout the game.
6. Did Clementine have feelings for Gabe?
Yes. Clementine is shown to have a crush on Gabe. The degree of this crush depends on player choices. If Gabe dies, the game indicates a deeper emotional connection during a potential kiss.
7. What happens if Kate survives?
If Kate survives, she, along with her family, are thankful. Those who treated her badly, such as students at Blackwell Academy, show remorse and regret.
8. Can Javier see Clementine again after Richmond?
No. After the events in Richmond and Javier gives Clementine a haircut, she leaves the city to find A.J. The game confirms that Javier remains alive but does not show him and Clementine reuniting.
9. How does Kate survive the explosion?
After the chaos caused by Javier, Kate appears in a vehicle to help. A bomb is thrown at her, causing an explosion. She is injured but ultimately survives the crash.
10. Should I intervene between Kate and David?
In the context of Life is Strange, intervening to help Kate is highly recommended for the best outcome for her character and for others in the game.
11. What is the significance of answering Kate’s call?
In Life is Strange, answering Kate’s call is crucial to ensure her well-being and happiness. Ignoring the call allows the developers to explore Max and Chloe’s relationship instead.
12. What are the consequences of blaming David in Life is Strange?
If you blame David for harassing Kate, Max will be reported to the police and could face suspension. This impacts how adults treat Max throughout the game.
13. Should Kate hide or run in Devil in Me?
In Devil in Me, when given the choice, Kate should save Jamie. Jamie, in turn, will save Kate and help her escape into a maze.
14. Was Jolene Clementine’s mom?
No. Jolene is not Clementine’s mother. Clementine’s mother is named Diana and is African American.
15. Does Clementine always end up losing a leg?
Yes. Clementine loses her leg in the final season of The Walking Dead. This is a fixed event that occurs, no matter which choices you made beforehand.
Conclusion: Navigating the Unavoidable
The Walking Dead: A New Frontier forces players into difficult scenarios where saving everyone is impossible. The game’s design highlights the sacrifices and heartaches inherent in a post-apocalyptic world. Choosing to save Kate, Gabe, or David is a personal decision that changes the outcome of the game, demonstrating how your choices are the narrative’s core. Each decision has lasting repercussions, forcing players to grapple with the heavy weight of their choices.