Pluribus Episode 6 Theory: Carol Poses Greater Threat Than Fellow Survivors
In the gripping sixth episode of *Pluribus*, mysteries deepen around the character Carol (played by Rhea Seehorn). Her journey reveals unsettling truths about a mercurial entity known as the hivemind and highlights the precarious position of the survivors.
Carol’s Revelation and the Hivemind’s Consumption
Carol becomes increasingly disturbed by the knowledge that the hivemind consumes human remains. In a pivotal moment, she decides to confront Koumba Diabaté (Samba Schutte) in Las Vegas, intending to warn him about this horrifying reality. To her astonishment, Koumba is already aware of the situation.
A video message from John Cena, in his role, advocates the hivemind’s need for “human derived protein” (HDP) to address the overwhelming number of 886 million corpses resulting from a previous event. The situation underscores the desperate measures taken by the hivemind to avoid waste.
Environmental Concerns and Survival
Zosia (Karolina Wydra) previously noted that while the hivemind prefers plant-based sustenance, their ethical restrictions prevent them from harming living organisms, including plants. This raises a critical concern: without alternative food sources, a significant portion of humanity faces starvation in the coming decade.
- 886 million corpses from initial joining.
- Most of the world’s population may starve within a decade.
- The hivemind has restrictions against harming living creatures.
Understanding the Threat
Carol presses Koumba about the implications of the situation. He reveals that the joining, which infected many, stemmed from a virus to which the twelve surviving characters have immunity. To infect them, the hivemind would have to create a tailored virus requiring stem cells, an invasive process they cannot undertake without consent.
Upon learning this, Carol immediately contacts the hivemind to assert her non-consent regarding any stem cell procedures. The hivemind acknowledges her wishes and assures her that no stem cells will be extracted from her body.
A Hidden Danger
However, a troubling thought lingers. In an earlier flashback, Carol made a comment suggesting frozen eggs would have sufficed for her partner, highlighting that those very eggs contain her stem cells. The hivemind might find a loophole to obtain the genetic material they seek without her consent.
Their capacity to retain memories of her partner, Helen (Miriam Shor), poses further risk, as they are aware of the location of her eggs. Although they respect Carol’s expressed wishes, the urgency to incorporate her into the hivemind looms large.
Conclusion
As the plot thickens, Carol appears to face a greater danger than her fellow survivors. The hivemind, while seemingly understanding her needs, operates under a biological imperative that could place Carol in unanticipated peril. Her unique position may be more compromised than she realizes, raising questions about consent, survival, and the true nature of their intentions.
