"You and me, we're in this together now," Oz tells Victor. "Which means I own you." This moment marks the beginning of a twisted bond between them, showcasing Oz's ruthless nature. Victor's complicity in a murder thrusts him deeper into Oswald's violent world, highlighting the theme of loyalty amidst chaos that permeates the season.
By the end of the opener, Victor saves Oz from being killed by Sofia. His actions demonstrate an evolving loyalty that drives him to protect Oz, culminating in Victor's own moral decay as he kills someone close to him to safeguard Oz and his mother, showing the depth of his commitment.
The season finale, "A Great or Little Thing," depicts Oswald Cobb as a true villain, through and through. It contrasts with typical narratives where villains find redemption. Here, Oz's victories come at the cost of those around him, showcasing a grim reality where loyalty results in betrayal.
Oz's rise to power results in devastating losses for his allies: Francis Cobb suffers her worst nightmare, and Sofia Gigante ends up in Arkham, demonstrating the destructive consequences of Oz's ambition and the emptiness of his victories.
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