The Jackson chapter is the epilogue and final chapter of The Last of Us. Joel and Ellie walk through the forest near Jackson. Joel lies about what happened at the Firefly hospital. Ellie shares her past and questions Joel’s story.

This walkthrough covers the final collectible and the ending conversation.

What Lie Does Joel Tell Ellie?

The chapter begins with Ellie as the playable character. Joel deceives Ellie about the Firefly hospital events.

Joel’s lie:

  • Joel claims the Fireflies did not need Ellie
  • Joel says the Fireflies already had other test subjects for the vaccine
  • Joel omits that he killed the surgeon and rescued Ellie by force

Follow Joel from the road into the forest to begin the chapter.

Where to Find Comic Book #13 (Final Comic)?

Walk to the right after entering the forest. An abandoned jeep is visible off the path.

Comic Book #13 location:

  • Inside the abandoned jeep
  • This is the final comic book (13/13 total comics)

How Does Ellie React to Joel’s Story?

Cross the stream after collecting the comic. Ellie opens up about her past during the walk.

Ellie’s confession:

TopicWhat Ellie Reveals
RileyEllie’s friend who died from infection
Willingness to dieEllie was ready to die with Riley
Current feelingsEllie would have sacrificed herself to create the cure
SuspicionEllie questions whether Joel told the truth about the Fireflies

How Does the Game End?

After crossing the stream, Ellie directly asks Joel if he told the truth about the Fireflies.

Final exchange:

  1. Ellie asks Joel one more time if his story about the Fireflies is true
  2. Joel swears his story is true
  3. Game ends after this final conversation
Jackson Chapter SummaryDetails
Playable CharacterEllie
LocationForest path near Jackson
Key CollectibleComic Book #13 (final comic)
Major Story EventJoel’s lie and Ellie’s suspicion
Final LineJoel swears his story is true
Chapter LengthShort epilogue (walking sequence)
All Final CollectiblesLocationSignificance
Comic Book #13Abandoned jeep (right side of path)Final comic (13/13 total)