: Confronted with the truth of Ruth's assassination attempt, Marty must decide whether to protect her or let the cartel execute her. He ultimately chooses to vouch for her.
: The physical exertion of burning the fields proves too much for Buddy; he dies in the car with Wendy shortly after completing the task. Key Character Arcs [S2E5] Game Day
: Petty informs Marty Byrde that Ruth Langmore attempted to kill him three months prior by wiring his dock to electrocute him—the same method she used on her uncles. : Confronted with the truth of Ruth's assassination
: Solidifies his role as a loathsome antagonist, using personal traumas—like Wendy’s affair and the kids' discovery of it—to dismantle the Byrde family from the inside. Thematic Analysis [S2E5] Game Day