At the conclusion of The Darkness II, Jackie Estacado faces a final, pivotal confrontation with Victor, leading to a desperate attempt to end the influence of the Darkness itself using a powerful artifact known as the Siphon of the Angelus.
The Climax with Victor
The game culminates in a decisive battle where Jackie Estacado confronts Victor, the leader of the Brotherhood and a key antagonist throughout the narrative. Following a brutal and climactic struggle, Jackie ultimately triumphs over Victor.
The Siphon of the Angelus and Jackie's Final Act
Central to the game's finale is the Siphon of the Angelus, an ancient artifact possessing immense power, specifically the ability to counter and potentially destroy the Darkness. Upon defeating Victor, Jackie immediately seizes the Siphon from him.
Jackie's subsequent actions are driven by his deep-seated desire to free himself from the control of the Darkness. The sequence of events unfolds as follows:
- Jackie takes the Siphon of the Angelus from the defeated Victor.
- He then uses the Siphon to beat Victor to death, delivering a fatal blow with the powerful artifact.
- Immediately after, in a moment of extreme desperation and resolve, Jackie attempts to stab himself with the Siphon. This drastic measure stems from his understanding that the Siphon of the Angelus is the only way for the Darkness to truly die and release him from its grasp.
This climactic sequence underscores Jackie's struggle for autonomy against the ancient entity that resides within him, showcasing his ultimate sacrifice and the extreme lengths he is willing to go to achieve liberation.
