Trusting The Colonel in Dying Light 2: What Happens and What It Means

The decision to trust the Colonel in Dying Light 2 is a pivotal one, significantly impacting the narrative and your path to the game’s conclusion. If you choose to believe him, several key events unfold that both hinder and help Aiden in his quest to reach X13. Here’s what you can expect:

The Fallout of Trusting The Colonel

First, trusting the Colonel means you’re not siding with Lawan at this critical juncture. This choice sets you on a specific course, with repercussions that ripple through the rest of the game.

• Matt’s Wrath: One of the immediate consequences is Jack Matt, enraged by your allegiance with the Colonel, will swear vengeance upon you. He’ll command his Peacekeepers to ambush you en route to X13. This means you’ll face increased hostility from the Peacekeepers and several challenging combat encounters.
• Waltz’s Quarters: However, siding with the Colonel isn’t entirely negative. The Colonel keeps his end of the bargain by providing Aiden access to Waltz’s quarters. This allows you to further investigate Waltz and understand his motivations.
• Transportation to X13: Most importantly, the Colonel arranges transport for Aiden, enabling him to reach X13 and get closer to his goals.

However, it’s crucial to understand the negative implications of this route:

• Lawan’s Betrayal: When you choose the Colonel, you are going against Lawan’s plan. This results in Lawan shooting the Colonel’s wife by mistake, which leads to a chaotic conflict with the Colonel’s guards and the need to face the Colonel’s formidable champion. This act greatly strains your relationship with Lawan and impacts the possibility of achieving the “best” ending.
• Potential for Missed Help: You will lose potential assistance from the Nightrunners. If you had saved Frank, they would have assisted you and prevented the fight at this critical point. By trusting the Colonel you are foregoing that possibility.

The Path Not Taken: Lawan’s Route

Choosing Lawan’s path presents a stark contrast. If you side with Lawan, she will fight the Colonel and his guards. You will have to defend her, and the resulting chaos will leave her injured. However, siding with Lawan provides a route to the “best ending,” which is the ability to leave Villedor with her.

Ultimately, choosing the Colonel provides a route to X13, but at the cost of potential alliances and the “best” ending.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding choices in Dying Light 2, specifically concerning the Colonel, Lawan, and other important story elements:

1. What is the best ending in Dying Light 2?

The ending where you leave Villedor with Lawan is generally considered the “best” ending. This outcome is only attainable if you make specific choices throughout the game, particularly if you spare Hakon and give the Radio Tower to Frank.

2. Should I tell Jack Matt the truth in Dying Light 2?

Telling Jack Matt the truth about what is going on does not alter the game. The first dialogue option will not have any effect, but the second dialogue option can have consequences. Lying to him can lead to greater distrust from his side.

3. Which faction should I side with in Dying Light 2?

Choosing between the Peacekeepers and the Survivors depends on your playstyle. The Peacekeepers are better if you prefer combat, providing map enhancements like cannons and traps. The Survivors are ideal if you enjoy exploration and parkour, offering enhancements like ziplines and air bags.

4. Should I press Frank for the GRE key in Dying Light 2?

Pressing Frank for the GRE key is not crucial to the story and does not have significant impacts. You can do so if you want to experience the dialogue. It will not affect major story outcomes.

5. How do I keep Frank alive in Dying Light 2?

You need to retrieve healing herbs from underwater for Frank. Deliver them to Lawan, and she will save him. Frank’s survival can change outcomes in the game.

6. Is it better to side with PK or Survivors in Dying Light 2?

The Peacekeepers (PK) are better for those who enjoy combat, while the Survivors enhance parkour and traversal. The “better” choice depends on your preferred playstyle.

7. Who killed Commander Lucas in Dying Light 2?

Hakon killed Commander Lucas, and this revelation significantly impacts the story. Choosing to let Hakon live will change his role in the narrative.

8. Can you save Birdie in Dying Light 2?

No, Birdie cannot be saved in Dying Light 2. He will ask for your radio and then succumb to his injuries.

9. Should I trust the Colonel or Lawan in Dying Light 2?

Trusting the Colonel leads to him helping you get to Waltz’s quarters and providing transport to X13. However, this choice also results in conflict with Matt’s Peacekeepers and strain with Lawan, risking the “best ending”. Siding with Lawan offers a path to the best ending.

10. Should I save Aitor if I sided with the Survivors in Dying Light 2?

Saving Aitor provides the best rewards, regardless of which faction you are siding with. It does not impact faction choice.

11. What is Jack Matt’s secret in Dying Light 2?

Jack Matt is harboring secrets, including a mysterious illness and a plan involving UV lamps. Many characters are wary of him, and his motivations are not entirely clear.

12. What is the most powerful infected in Dying Light 2?

Volatiles are the most dangerous infected in the game, possessing incredible speed and strength. They are best avoided rather than engaged in direct combat.

13. What happened to Kyle Crane in Dying Light?

Kyle Crane sacrificed himself to end the threat from the Mother, detonating a warhead in Harran. This killed him and everyone in the area.

14. Is Hakon a good guy in Dying Light 2?

Hakon’s character is complex. He is initially presented as a villain but can become an ally if spared. His survival is critical to achieving the best ending. He is not a “good guy” but more of a compelling anti-hero.

15. Can you romance Lawan in Dying Light 2?

No, there is no romance system in Dying Light 2. However, your choices influence the ending and can result in you leaving Villedor with her.