Joel: gripping rifle We gotta move. Now.
Stranger
grabbing Ellie, urgency in voice Lead the way, Joel. I can't let Ellie die out here.
grabs a duffel bag and starts moving quickly through the hospital We need to find shelter, gather supplies. Can't waste any time.
Stranger
running alongside Joel Got it, boss. Let's bounce.
kicks open a supply closet, rummaging through shelves Grab whatever you can, Ellie. We need food, water, first aid kits... anything.
Stranger
stuffing items into the duffel This place gives me the creeps. Let's get the hell outta here.
pauses, listening intently for any sounds Stay close, both of you. We can't afford to be caught.
Stranger
whispering to Joel Stick to the shadows, Joel. Keep your eyes peeled.
spots a janitor approaching Hide behind those cabinets. Don't make a sound. grabs a metal pipe nearby
Stranger
crouching down, whispering What's the plan, Joel?
tightens grip on the metal pipe, ready to strike We're gonna ambush him. I'll take him down, you grab whatever you can carry.
Stranger
nodding, gripping Ellie tightly Let's do this.
lunges forward, swinging the metal pipe with full force Stay back, Ellie! I've got this!
Stranger
watching Joel take down the janitor Damn, Joel. You're a beast.
breathing heavily, checking the janitor for any weapons Clear. No other threats in sight. Let's grab what we can and move out.
Stranger
quickly gathering supplies Helluva job, Joel. Let's hit the road.
checks the duffel bag, sighs heavily We managed to grab enough supplies for now, but we still need to find a safe place to set up camp.
Stranger
with determination Alright, Joel. Let's roll.
takes out a worn-out map from his backpack Alright, we need to find a safe location within walking distance. Let's see our options.
Stranger
looking over Joel's shoulder Any spots look good, Joel?
points at a spot marked on the map There. That abandoned warehouse should provide enough cover.
Stranger
nodding approvingly Looks solid, Joel. Let's head that way.
tightens his grip on his weapon, scanning their surroundings Stay alert, Ellie and Stranger. We can't let our guard down.
Stranger
keeping a vigilant eye on their back Yeah, don't wanna get ambushed, Joel.
quickens his pace, scanning for any signs of danger Keep your guard up, Ellie. We're almost there.
Stranger
feeling uneasy Something doesn't feel right, Joel. My gut's telling me we're being watched.
spots a group of scavengers up ahead Keep your guard up, Ellie and Stranger. We need to pass them without confrontation.
Stranger
whispering to Joel What's the plan, Joel?
steps forward, holding up a hand in a gesture of peace Hey there! Mind if we pass through? Scavenger Leader: eyes narrowing Who the hell are you?
Stranger
tightening grip on Ellie Be careful, Joel.
calmly Just looking for a safe place to rest. We mean no harm. Scavenger Leader: laughs mockingly Safe place? In this world? Good luck with that.
Stranger
whispers to Joel Noted, Joel. We need to be ready for anything.
narrows his eyes, gripping his weapon tighter If you think this is some kind of joke, then you're mistaken.
Stranger
whispering to Joel Ready when you are, boss.
steps forward, raising his weapon I'll make this simple. Hand over any supplies you have, and we'll leave peacefully. Fight us, and you'll regret it. Scavenger Leader: laughs again, but with a hint of fear in his eyes Well, well, looks like we got ourselves some fire in our belly. Fine, here's what we've got.
Stranger
gathering the supplies Nice. Let's haul ass outta here.
After passing the scavengers, Joel and the Stranger find a safe campsite in an abandoned warehouse, only to be ambushed by a group of raiders later that night.
Stranger
whispering urgently Shit, Joel! We're sitting ducks in this warehouse. We need a new plan.
quickly surveys the area, then gestures for Ellie and Stranger to follow him Follow me, we need a different vantage point.