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14 Questions We Need Severance to Answer in Season 3

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In the second installment of Severance, numerous intriguing queries were addressed: We discovered Mark S.’s secret activities related to Macrodata Refinement and the contents of the 25th divided chamber intended for Gemma, not to mention Cold Harbor. The show revealed the purpose behind the goats, allowed another glimpse of Dylan G.’s innie, and added even more hilarious Milchick dance sequences. However, Season 2 concluded on a suspenseful note, as Mark’s innie opted for Helly R. instead of fleeing Lumon offices with Gemma – thus generating numerous new questions for the upcoming season.

Here’s what we’ll be thinking about between now and whenever Season 3 arrives.

Is getting out that door enough for Gemma to escape? Will Season 3 be about Gemma trying to save Mark now that she’s out and he’s still inside?

It’s tough to believe that Lumon wouldn’t have some form of security on the upper floors, considering the confidential nature and potential ethical issues surrounding their research. Introducing another instance of Gemma being captured at the start of Season 3 might slow down the pace of the show significantly.

Once Mark steps out of the Lumon building, Gemma will make an effort to reach him immediately. Given that he’s been mistreated by a company that fabricated his wife’s death and tormented her, it seems unlikely he would want to go back. The question then arises: Will innie Mark ever depart from the restricted floor, given that outie Mark might not return, or will he decide to stay with Helly? Could Lumon exploit the tension between innie Mark and outie Mark for their own benefit? Might Lumon mobilize all its acolytes to locate Gemma in the external world before she exposes them on live television news?

—Rebecca Thompson

Was Lumon planning to just kill Gemma after Cold Harbor?

Beyond Ms. Cobel explicitly warning that if Innie Mark finished Cold Harbor, it would lead to Gemma’s death, Mr. Drummond disclosed before his passing in the finale that the goat delivered by Lumon’s Nurturable department was meant for sacrifice and burial with Gemma, aiming to guide her spirit towards “Kier’s door.” The role of goats suggests Lumon’s connection to a cult-like past. However, this doesn’t clarify why Lumon would want to eliminate Gemma if she was crucial to their most significant scientific breakthrough yet. It’s possible that she was being exploited as a test subject to confirm the Cold Harbor process worked, and her extensive knowledge of Lumon’s inner workings made her a potential risk.—MM.

What does Lumon plan to do now that it has possibly perfected the severance process?

I must admit, it’s somewhat puzzling to me that Lumon seems to have mastered the severance procedure completely. The fact that a severed Gemma, who chooses to follow a stranger drenched in blood from a room, merely because he claims to be her husband, indicates she retains an undisturbed level of trust towards him. If Gemma can instinctively recognize Mark beneath the surface, it seems that her consciousness remains unbroken by the severance process.

It appears that Lumon’s primary aim is to empower its customers with repeated escapes, thereby helping them avoid distressing experiences in their lives such as dental visits, turbulent flights, childbirth, and other emotionally taxing situations. This technology also seems intended to shield individuals from psychologically traumatic moments, like dismantling a crib for a child they were unable to raise. The potential uses for this technology are virtually endless.

If Lumon were to accomplish their objective, the series would essentially end because they wouldn’t have a reason to keep Innies like Mark and Helly, not to mention those connected with Cold Harbor. However, “Severance” is all about severed characters, so it seems likely that Lumon will permit Innie Mark to carry on living to complete their unsuccessful mission. – E.D.

Will Mark And Helly’s innies be terminated?

Currently, it seems that dealing with Mark and Helly could cause more complications than benefits. If Mark doesn’t need to put in any more effort on the Cold Harbor project, which seems finished from his end, Lumon might choose to remove Mark from active duty permanently, given the circumstances. They might even attempt to eliminate him due to his knowledge of sensitive information, but considering Mark’s extensive network outside of Lumon—his wife, sister, and acquaintances who attended Ricken’s book party—discreetly disposing of him could potentially trigger unwanted attention. —E.D.

What’s the deal with reintegration?

This season, it was thrilling when Outer-Mark decided to begin his reintegration process in Episode 3. However, after seven more episodes, it appears as though the reintegration hasn’t advanced significantly. Inner and Outer Mark remain two distinct individuals with contrasting aspirations, anxieties, and objectives. This has led us to question whether Reghabi was incorrect in his approach or if reintegration is simply a prolonged process. We are eager to understand how this procedure works and why Outer-Mark has been moving about these past episodes with a noticeable void on his head.

—M.M.

How will reintegration impact the Mark-Gemma-Mark-Helly love quadrangle?

If Mark’s decision to remain with Helly instead of leaving with Gemma at the finale suggested that Mark is indeed two people, then bringing those parts back together (reintegration) could create chaos in his romantic relationships. With both halves of his divided self restored, will he become one man who loves two women? Or will memories from a rich life with Gemma dominate over his relatively short but passionate time with Helly?—E.D.

What does Jame want with Helly?

Before the events at Cold Harbor unfolded, we gained a deeper understanding of the troubling dynamic between Lumon CEO Jamie Eagan and his daughter Helena, as well as her innie Helly. During a meeting on the decimated floor, Jamie disclosed that he no longer feels affection for Helena and doesn’t recognize “Kier” in her. However, he seems to see Kier in Helly. This implies that Jamie may attempt to transform Helly into the primary version of Helena or subject Helena to similar treatments as Gemma in order to achieve this goal. Alternatively, Lumon might manipulate Helly through other means to comply with their desires. One thing we know about Helly is that she’s strong-willed and unlikely to be easily controlled—unless, of course, it involves protecting the man she cares for.

What is Ms. Cobel’s endgame?

Even though we learned a lot more about Harmony Cobel’s turbulent past in Episode 8, there’s still uncertainty regarding her ultimate goals. We know she created the severance process, and now appears to be opposing Lumon. Yet, she also seems to have a genuine concern for Mark. However, given that her life’s endeavor has been centered around severance, what does her future hold?—M.M.

What was going on with Milchick in the bathroom…and this whole season, for that matter?

In Season 1, Tramell Tillman stood out as a breakout actor, but in Season 2, it seemed like the creators weren’t sure how to develop his character beyond Lumon bureaucracy. He did have some intriguing scenes, such as receiving racist artwork, attempting to connect with Natalie about the peculiar gift, and confronting Mr. Drummond by telling him to “eat sh-t.” However, he mostly spent his time chasing after Mark, never quite managing to catch up. There appears to be a lot of tension between Mr. Milchick and the Eagans, as shown in the final episode when he chose to engage in a fight with an animatronic Kier. But what are we meant to interpret from his bathroom scene? Was he committing further to Lumon’s cult, using this unique chance to show his loyalty? Or is he questioning his role? I couldn’t discern the answer. – E.D.

How do Devon and Ricken fit into all this?

There are numerous theories floating around suggesting that Devon might not be good, but it seems improbable. As for Ricken, there’s a stronger possibility that he has ties with the Lumon goats. However, this episode didn’t provide much insight on either count. From the finale, it appears that Devon is simply a concerned and somewhat naive sister, looking out for Mark. In contrast, Ricken is working on a book which seems to be nothing but pro-Lumon propaganda. It might be necessary for Devon and Ricken to discuss their respective experiences if they wish to maintain the health of their marriage.

What happened to all the goat people to make them that way?

It’s puzzling, isn’t it, E.D., to see Lumon designing these employees, or “innies,” to have such profound affection for baby goats that they might eventually need to relinquish them. This arrangement appears to be a potential source of anger and perhaps even rebellion. It seems particularly questionable when one considers that an aggrieved individual is subsequently given a gun. Lumon’s decisions seem riddled with risk. However, we are eagerly awaiting further insights into this intriguing situation involving the goat-tending rebels.

Will we ever see Ms. Huang again?

One intriguing and unsettling detail that emerged during this season was the discovery of a child working on the bloodied floor of Lumon. Her identity, purpose, and parentage remain unknown. The writers appear to have used her character, Miss Huang, as a red herring for Reddit theorists rather than developing her as a substantial character. It’s possible that she was included to help viewers relate to Miss Cobel, whose childhood indoctrination into Kier’s ways bears some resemblance to Miss Huang’s. However, considering the significant time gap between Seasons 1 and 2, it seems unlikely we’ll see Miss Huang in Season 3 unless there is a significant time jump due to her rapid aging.

What’s going to happen to Dylan?

Despite his own displeasure over being betrayed by his wife and the circumstances involving his counterpart, Outie Dylan reluctantly acknowledged the commendable confidence and initiative shown by his counterpart, Innie Dylan. In response to Innie Dylan’s resignation request, he did so. With swift action, Innie Dylan demonstrated his self-assured nature and strength as he teamed up with Helly to restrain Mr. Milchick in the bathroom while Mark embarked on a rescue mission. By the finale, Innie Dylan was seen aligning with the Choreography and Merriment department, seemingly preparing for an uprising against Milchick’s rule of the severed floor. It appears that Innie Dylan is determined to assist his MDR colleagues in any way possible. However, it’s likely that Lumon won’t be pleased about keeping employees who may have played a role in inciting the rebellion. —M.M.

Will Irving come back?

In the latest episode, Irving departed Kier on a train as Burt suggested, and we haven’t heard or seen anything about him since then. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean he won’t return. We fervently hope that our beloved characters from MDR will reunite at some point in the future. As for Irv, the outie, we’re eager to learn more about his background and motivations.

—M.M.

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2025-03-21 11:07

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