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Upgrading the Bloater: How 'The Last of Us' Made a New 600-Pound Monster for the Flamethrower Battle


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SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 2, Episode 2 of HBO's "The Last of Us," now streaming on Max. The bloater is back and better than ever! The biggest and baddest infected monster from "The Last of Us" made his triumphant return from Season 1 in the fiery Jackson battle Sunday night and …

The article from Yahoo Entertainment discusses the transformation of the "Bloater" character in HBO's adaptation of "The Last of Us." Originally a formidable but less detailed creature in the video game, the Bloater was significantly upgraded for the TV series to enhance its horror and realism. The show's visual effects supervisor, Alex Wang, explained that the Bloater's design was inspired by real fungi and aimed to make the creature more terrifying and believable. The article highlights how the Bloater's appearance in Episode 5, particularly its emergence from a pool of water, was meticulously crafted to maximize its impact on viewers, showcasing the show's commitment to high-quality visual storytelling.

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