David Von Erich Funeral

David is the primary antagonist during the Winter chapter. He is a charismatic and manipulative leader who initially offers assistance to Ellie but later reveals his true intentions. He commands a group of cannibals and is ruthless in his pursuit of survival. His interactions with Ellie are tense and highlight his dangerous nature. He is arrogant, self-centered, and boorish. He grew up in a remote Appalachian village with strong survivalist beliefs, is a former military strategist, and was betrayed by his closest ally, leading to his distrust of others. He enjoys tactical planning and has a distaste for modern technology.