Revolutionary Twists Unveiled: Unraveling the Mind-Bending Plot of Alice in Borderland Season 3

Summary

Alice in Borderland season 3 might reveal that the Joker card is the creator of the Borderlands, adding a new layer to the story.

At the conclusion of season 2, it remains uncertain whether the characters have truly reentered the real world, thus paving the way for season 3 to unveil their continued involvement in the game.

Season 3 is expected to center primarily on Arisu and Usagi, who played prominent roles in the manga sequel. Additionally, there is a possibility for the return of other characters, participating in the potential Joker Card game.

There are several theories surrounding Alice in Borderland season 3 that could drastically impact the show. These theories explore the significance of the Joker Card and the true meaning behind the conclusion of season 2. Given how season 2 concluded, it initially seemed unlikely that a third season would be produced. The Netflix adaptation had already covered all of the source material from the Alice in Borderland manga, resulting in season 3 essentially being an original story.

Aside from the self-contained story of Alice in Borderland:Retry, Arisu's journey comes to an end as soon as he wakes up from the Borderlands. This makes it challenging to predict what will unfold in season 3 based on the manga. Nevertheless, there are certain elements within the show that provide hints as to the direction of the story. Here are ten theories outlining what may occur in Alice in Borderland season 3.

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10 Alice In Borderland Season 3’s Joker Is The Creator Of The Borderlands

The Joker card tease from Alice in Borderland season 2 will finally have a payoff in the upcoming season. While the Joker at the end of season 2 could have had a metaphorical meaning or served as a device for an ambiguous conclusion, the fact that Alice in Borderland is returning for season 3 indicates that the remaining card holds significance for the story. In the Alice in Borderland manga, there is a Joker card, but it represents a minor character who briefly appears towards the end. The Joker card marketing for Alice in Borderland season 3 suggests that this particular "Joker" may be the one responsible for creating the Borderlands.

9 Arisu & The Others Never Left The Borderlands In Season 2’s Finale

Alice in Borderland season 2’s finale can be likened to the conclusion of Inception – the final scene leaves one questioning whether the characters truly returned to reality. At first, it appeared evident that Arisu and his companions had made it back to the real world following their intense brush with death in the Borderlands. Yet, the moment the Joker card made its appearance, Alice in Borderland served as a reminder that there was still another game to be played. It is possible that Arisu never truly escaped the confines of the Borderlands, and season 3 will expose this so-called "real world" as yet another intricate game.

8 Alice In Borderland Season 3 Will See Arisu Realise He’s Still Playing A Game

If the ending of Alice in Borderland season 2 turned out to be a deception, season 3 might depict Arisu slowly coming to the realization that he never actually escaped the Borderlands. Arisu is not the sole character who appears to have returned to reality, as nearly all of the friends he made throughout the series also wake up in the same hospital. In the initial portion of Alice in Borderland season 3, Arisu, Usagi, and the others start to notice that something feels amiss in the world, setting the stage for the announcement of a new game.

7 Alice In Borderland’s Joker Card Game Will Happen In The Real World

Instead of a “they never left the Borderlands twist,” season 3 could go for something incredibly unique. For instance, instead of the Joker Card game or any other Alice in Borderland season 3 games happening in a different plane of existence, they could take place in the real world. The true nature of the Borderlands, how it operates, and its origins still remain a mystery. Therefore, it cannot be dismissed that the same forces that govern the Borderlands could also possess some form of influence in the real world. After two seasons where everything unfolded within the Borderlands, it's time for a shift in perspective.

6 Only Arisu & Usagi Will Have To Return To The Borderlands

In Alice in Borderland season 2, Arisu eventually returned to the real world, but there is a possibility that he and others will have to go back to the Borderlands. Specifically, Arisu and Usagi, who reunited in the season 2 finale, will need to participate in the games once again. As of now, it is confirmed that Alice in Borderland season 3 will mainly focus on Arisu and Usagi, while the other characters remain uncertain. It is worth noting that the manga sequel, Alice in Borderland: Retry, also revolves around Arisu and Usagi, excluding the other characters from the original story.

5 Alice In Borderland’s Characters Will Regain Their Memories From The Borderlands

None of the characters from Alice in Borderland can recall their experiences in the Borderlands. The show's events transpired within a minute in the real world, during which Arisu and the rest temporarily perished before their hearts resumed beating. Even though Arisu and Usagi sense a familiarity between them, they remain oblivious to the shared encounters they endured. This lack of memory applies to all the surviving characters from Alice in Borderland. Nevertheless, it is plausible that in Alice in Borderland season 3, Arisu and the others may gradually recollect their experiences in the Borderlands, ultimately reuniting the main characters.

4 All Surviving Alice In Borderland Characters Will Have To Play The Joker Card Game

In Alice in Borderland: Retry, the focus is primarily on Arisu and his relationship with Usagi. However, season 3 has the potential to take a different direction. Given the fact that many of the characters from Alice in Borderland have captivated audiences and gained popularity, it wouldn't be logical to completely disregard them. Hence, season 3 could explore how all the individuals who survived the Borderlands—such as Arisu, Usagi, Kuina, and Chishiya—must reunite and participate in the Joker Card game once again.

3 Banda & Yaba Will Be Face Card Citizens In Alice In Borderland Season 3

Banda and Yaba, the participants of the Jack of Hearts game in Alice in Borderland, made the choice to remain in the Borderlands after season 2. Their survival through the brutality of Solitary Confinement made it evident that they were capable of great cruelty, hence their decision to stay came as no surprise. It is speculated that those who perished in the real world and opted to stay in the Borderlands became Face Gard players. To confirm this theory, Alice in Borderland season 3 could depict Banda and Yaba as the game masters of their own new games.

2 Alice In Borderland Season 3 Will Adapt Alice In Borderland: Retry

Although it is unlikely for Alice in Borderland season 3 to adapt the Retry manga, it cannot be completely dismissed as a possibility. Alice in Borderland: Retry serves as the closest thing to a sequel to Alice in Borderland. This standalone manga takes place several years after the events of the original series where neither Arisu nor Usagi have regained their memories from the Borderlands, but have since gotten married. Usagi is now expecting a baby, and on the very day she is due to give birth, Arisu experiences an unfortunate accident and finds himself back in the Borderland. While Retry offers an intriguing storyline, it is rather brief and does not feature any of the original characters.

1 Alice In Borderland’s Chota & Karube Will Return

Chota and Karube, characters from Alice in Borderland, met their tragic ends during the first Hearts game of the show. In the conclusion of season 2, their deaths in the game mirrored their demise in the real world. Nonetheless, since the authenticity of this "real world" remains uncertain, there is a possibility that these two individuals could make a comeback in Alice in Borderland season 3. Although Chota and Karube occasionally appeared to Arisu, it appeared to be only a figment of his imagination.