In the 22nd episode of “Attack on Titan” Season 4, the giant Titans hidden within the walls finally break free from their age-old slumber and begin marching towards the rest of the world to exterminate every living human being. Meanwhile, things spiral out of control on Paradise Island as the Pure Titans begin attacking and eating the Eldians. The Yaegerists arrest Yelena and her volunteers, and in the final moments of the episode, Annie is finally freed as Eren undoes all the hardening after starting the rumble. Here’s everything you need to know about the ‘Attack on Titan’ season 4 ending, episode 22. SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
Attack on Titan Season 4 Episode 22 Recap
Eren, who acquired the Founding Titan and started the rumble, uses his newfound powers to gather all of the Eldians into the Coordinate. He addresses people as subjects of Ymir and talks about his plan to protect Paradise Island. While rejecting the Allied forces’ genocidal agenda, Eren swears to exterminate all life outside the island. As people come to terms with the haunting reality and gravity of Erens’ words, a sense of helplessness overcomes anyone willing to stop the anti-hero’s manic plan.
While looking for Falco, Reiner suddenly realizes that he is probably kidnapped by Connie and Jean because he inherited the Jaw Titan. The Armored Titan holder looks defeated and utterly discouraged, knowing he couldn’t stop Eren. Gabi, who is with him, is shocked to see that Reiner has given up hope and no longer has the strength to fight. So, leaving him behind, she begins a solo search for Falco. Meanwhile, Connie, Jean, Armin and Mikasa finally accept Eren’s big plans.
As Reiner had guessed, an unconscious Falco is with them. When they start discussing the possibility of saving someone’s life by feeding them the new Jaw Titan holder, an altercation breaks out between Connie and Jean. Suddenly, the Pure Titans, which were created by Zeke, start attacking everyone randomly, and using this as an opportunity, Connie kidnaps Falco. Mikasa, Armin, and Jean have no choice but to fight back and fight the Pure Titans.
At the same time, Kaya’s family is being chased by a Titan, and she is about to be devoured when Gabi comes to her rescue and saves her life. The two finally have a reasonable conversation and finally seem to realize that they’re not so different after all. Meanwhile, the brave Eldians begin an all-out battle against the Pure Titans created by Zeke and manage to kill each of them. Artur Blouse takes Armin and Mikasa to meet Gabi. The warrior candidate begs the two to return Falco, but when she learns that Connie has kidnapped him, Gabi is left stunned. Elsewhere, Annie finally wakes up from the melting of the hardened shell that has protected her for years.
Attack on Titan Season 4 Episode 22 Ending: Is Dot Pixis Dead or Alive?
Dot Pixis dies in “Attack on Titan” Season 4 Episode 22 titled “Thaw”. The rotational fluid used by Zeke to create Titans from Eldian soldiers is also drunk by the former official garrison leader. So when Zeke uses his scream to transform soldiers into his army of Pure Titans, Dot is also one of those people. Zeke’s sleeping soldiers go wild moments after Eren drives the Titans away from the wall of Paradise Island.
The out-of-control Titans attack and devour anything in their path, and it seems Eren has no authority over them for some reason. With their backs against the wall, Mikasa, Armin, Jean and the rest of the Eldian soldiers led by Head Instructor Keith Shadis begin to fight back. The Pure Titans surround Shiganshina’s military headquarters, and Dot Pixis is also with them.
Armin, fighting alongside Jean and Mikasa, immediately recognizes the Commander but knows he can’t help him anymore. Before taking Dot’s life, he thanks him for his service and leadership which has helped the Eldians immensely over the years. Moments later, he fires a Thunder Spear at the back of his neck and takes down Dot Pixis.
Why does Connie kidnap Falco?
After the rumble starts, Connie, Jean, Mikasa, and Armin stand on the roof, watch the drama unfold, and discuss their views on Eren’s plan. With Falco unconscious in captivity, they begin to discuss the possibility of rescuing some of their comrades. Jean offers that they can feed him to Commander Pixis, but Connie immediately protests.
He argues that only his mother should be allowed to devour Falco so that she can finally lead a normal life after suffering for years as the Abnormal Titan. Armin offers a different perspective on the matter by interjecting that they can’t afford to kill Falco and start an unnecessary conflict with Reiner and the Cart Titan. His argument is reasonable since the whole world is collapsing before their eyes.
But Connie ignores all reservations and concerns. As soon as any of the Pure Titans walk towards them, they use this as a chance to escape. After kidnapping Flaco, he most likely immediately heads to his village to rescue his mother.
Read more: How did Ymir become a Titan? Who are Ymir’s subjects?
