10 Things About ‘Arcane’ Season 2 That Made Absolutely No Sense

I couldn’t wait to jump back into ‘Arcane’ for its second season, eager for more of the rich storytelling and jaw-dropping animation that made the first season unforgettable. However, while Season 2 had its share of emotional highs and visual brilliance, several choices left me baffled, with plot points that didn’t quite connect or felt out of place.

This final season aimed to tie up the sprawling conflict between Piltover and Zaun, but some narrative decisions were head-scratchers, from inconsistent character motivations to rushed resolutions. Below, I break down ten things in ‘Arcane’ Season 2 that didn’t make sense, focusing solely on this season’s missteps.

10. Jinx’s Stagnant Emotional Journey

Jinx’s struggle in Season 2 circled back to her Powder identity without much forward movement, repeating her Season 1 turmoil. Her constant flip-flopping between chaos and guilt felt like a rehash, lacking new depth or resolution.

This made her arc feel stuck. I wanted to see Jinx evolve, but the show kept her trapped in the same emotional loop, which dulled her impact.

9. Heimerdinger’s Reckless Shift

Heimerdinger, once the voice of caution, dove into dangerous time-travel experiments in Season 2 with little hesitation. This contradicted his Season 1 insistence on slow, careful progress, and no explanation justified his newfound recklessness.

His sudden change felt jarring. I expected the wise yordle to stay true to his principles, not pivot into risky behavior without a clear reason.

8. The Hurried Plot Pacing

Season 2 squeezed major developments, like Viktor’s transformation and Vi’s leadership struggles, into just nine episodes, leaving little room for depth. Key moments felt rushed, making it hard to connect with the stakes.

The fast pace left me disoriented. Spreading these arcs across more episodes could have made them more impactful and easier to follow.

7. The Unclear Resolution of Vi and Caitlyn’s Arc

Vi and Caitlyn’s evolving relationship hit emotional peaks, but their Season 2 arc ended ambiguously, with no clear stance on their future together. The show hinted at reconciliation but didn’t commit, leaving their bond unresolved.

This vagueness frustrated me. After such a central focus, I wanted a stronger sense of where their relationship stood by the end.

6. Jinx’s Unexplained Survival Hints

Jinx’s apparent death in the finale, after disabling Vi’s gauntlet, was left ambiguous with subtle clues like blueprints suggesting she survived. This lack of clarity felt like a dodge for such a crucial character.

I needed a firm answer on Jinx’s fate. The open-endedness undermined the weight of her story and left me unsatisfied.

5. Viktor’s Abrupt Power Surge

Viktor’s shift into a herald with control over soldiers came out of nowhere, with little buildup to explain his new abilities. This leap from struggling scientist to powerful figure felt disconnected from his Season 1 goals.

His transformation seemed more like a plot tool than a natural arc. I missed the grounded inventor whose motivations made sense.

4. Warwick’s Wasted Potential

Warwick was hyped as a major threat but ended up as a minor player, briefly chasing characters in the finale without much impact. His role felt reduced to a plot trigger rather than a fleshed-out force.

I hoped for a bigger payoff for Warwick. His limited presence didn’t match the buildup and left his story feeling flat.

3. Caitlyn’s Sudden Authority

Caitlyn’s leap from grieving to commanding Piltover’s forces happened too quickly, with little to show how she earned such authority. Her bold moves, like challenging Ambessa, felt unconvincing without more buildup.

I wanted her leadership to feel earned. The rushed arc made her new role seem like a convenient plot push.

2. The Disjointed Alternate Timeline

Episode 7’s alternate timeline, showing Ekko and a happier Powder, was emotional but felt detached from the main plot. The differences, like Vi’s death, weren’t explained, and it took focus away from critical storylines.

While moving, the episode felt like a distraction. I wished it tied more directly to the season’s core narrative.

1. The Faded Political Themes

Season 2 downplayed the rich political tensions of Piltover and Zaun, reducing complex issues like inequality to brief scenes. Characters like Mel faced no real pushback for their ties to Noxus, weakening the show’s social depth.

This shift let me down, as the political edge was a Season 1 strength. Losing it made the world feel less real and compelling.

Which ‘Arcane’ Season 2 moment left you most confused, or did I miss a strange plot twist? Share your thoughts in the comments!