Dina's Age in The Last of Us Part II: A Mildly Obsessive Investigation
Okay, let's talk about Dina. She's awesome, right? Strong, funny, and she rocks that beanie. But her age? It's a bit of a fuzzy area.
Everyone seems to have an opinion, and honestly, I have one too. Prepare yourselves, it might be slightly…unconventional.
The Official (ish) Line
The generally accepted age range for Dina in The Last of Us Part II is around 19-20. This comes from deductions based on the game's timeline and character relationships.
Sounds legit, right? But hear me out.
My (Potentially Unhinged) Theory
I think Dina could be a *tad* older. Maybe 22, 23? Don't @ me! Let's think about it.
She has this certain…world-weariness. A confidence that seems to come from a little more life experience than just surviving for 19 years in a post-apocalyptic world.
She's been through stuff. Plus, there's her relationship with Jesse. They've been together for a while and have a history. I always thought their history seemed a bit more established. Like, "We've weathered a few storms" established.
Evidence? Well…
Okay, okay, I admit, I don't have a birth certificate to prove my point. No official documents were left conveniently lying around in the apocalypse. Dang it.
It's more of a feeling, a vibe. A gut feeling, if you will. Maybe it's just the way Dina carries herself.
The Maturity Factor
Let's face it: everyone matures at different rates. Especially when your teenage years involve running from infected and raiding for supplies.
But there's a difference between being tough and being wise. Dina has both. That wisdom, in my opinion, comes with a few extra years under her belt.
The Unpopular Opinion Express
I know, I know. Saying Dina is older than the generally accepted age is like saying you prefer the giraffe over the zebra at the zoo. Or that you unironically enjoy pineapple on pizza. It's just...different.
But hear me out. It doesn't change anything about the character. It just adds a layer of depth, maybe.
And honestly, does it *really* matter? Dina is awesome regardless of whether she's 19, 22, or 30. (Okay, maybe not 30. That's pushing it.)
So, What's the Takeaway?
Ultimately, Dina's exact age is a mystery, shrouded in the mists of post-apocalyptic ambiguity.
But hey, that's part of what makes her so intriguing! Maybe the vagueness is intentional. Maybe the developers wanted us to project our own interpretations onto her.
So, next time you're replaying The Last of Us Part II, take a moment to ponder Dina's age. And maybe, just maybe, you'll agree with my slightly-out-there theory.
Final Thoughts (and a Plea)
Please don't judge me too harshly for my Dina age truth. I just think she's neat! Also, if Naughty Dog ever clarifies, please pretend I was right all along. Thanks!
Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go argue about video game lore on the internet.
Wish me luck.
