Who did Arthur beat to get TB?

Who did Arthur beat to get TB?

Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) is an epic open-world western adventure that has captivated millions of players worldwide. Set in 1899, the game follows the story of Arthur Morgan, an outlaw and a member of the Van der Linde gang. One of the intriguing aspects of the game is the storyline of Arthur contracting tuberculosis (TB) while on the run. Many players have been wondering – who did Arthur beat to get TB? Let’s dive into the answer to this question.

Leopold Strauss vs Arthur Morgan

In RDR2, Arthur contracts tuberculosis after being robbed and having his belongings stolen by the Downes family, in particular, Leopold Strauss. On the night of April 12, 1899, Arthur meets up with a man named Leopold Strauss at The Emerald Ranch, as part of the game’s Money Lending and Other Sins III mission. Strauss tasks Arthur with collecting a debt from the Downes family.

The Fateful Incident

As Arthur enters the Downes residence, he realizes that they are hostile towards him and his companions, the Van der Linde gang. The scene unfolding is intense, and amidst the chaos, Tommy Downes spots Arthur and tries to hit him with a wooden hammer. In self-defense, Arthur beats Tommy Downes using Leopold Strauss’ guidance. Although unharmed, Strauss hints that Arthur’s action won’t go unnoticed, but it will not trigger significant consequences in the immediate scenario.

Consequences

After the incident, it becomes apparent that Thomas Downes will ultimately die due to tuberculosis, a lingering infection acquired by the virus caused during the beating. However, this does not alter Arthur’s story, which, in turn, emphasizes how the Van der Linde gang’s struggles come before individual relationships and petty crime.

Game Mechanics Explanation

For players to avoid obtaining TB, the developers strategically designed the game’s dialogue and narrative structure to provide a choice for players:

Hug > 16 TB is guaranteed

If the player Hugs Thomas Downes upon meeting him, a script triggers that results in their character, Arthur Morgan, contracting tuberculosis. It illustrates the gravity of violence committed by the protagonist during Red Dead Redemption 2

Not Hug 1 TB NOT a guarantee

On the flip side, if you approach Thomas Downes cautiously yet still choose not to assault him, there are 2 scenarios: You

1. Talk-down (Success Rate High) TB guaranteed with 16 Hugs below
   You resolve non-violently with an argument, resulting in Downes’ injury and possibly subsequent TB contraction

   There is a possibility

1 (Fail). TB not Guaranteed when Hugs are Not Over 16
In Red Dead Redemption 2 it is a critical health condition with little remedy

In RDR2, Leopold Strauss will assist an injured Arthur Morgan’s character to cure 1

Heavily injured in The Night of the Red Wolf scene

TB

However you cannot prevent this story scenario

In RDR2, it’s significant game mechanics for storytelling you cannot shoot or kills Thomas Downes as it plays a major crucial role in Arthur’s eventual death and TB In Red Dead Redemption 2 the Van der Line gang is

You Have to Complete Money Lending and Other Sins

TB

Leopold Strauss ‘ advice Arthur’s game story line will still Unfold

It Is Your Choice What to How to Deal with Tompkins You should Keep in Mind The TB Effect

Red Dead Redemption has a fascinating story; numerous players are curious

Concludes the **Arthur beat on Leopold Strauss downes family member

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